Yakult

Yakult USA Website

"Yakult is the world’s leading probiotic drink. It was developed in 1935 by a Japanese microbiologist, Dr. Shirota, who aspired to create a healthy product that everyone could afford. Now more than 25 million people throughout the world enjoy Yakult every day. One bottle of Yakult contains more than 8 billion Lactobacillus casei Shirota – the “friendly bacteria” that helps balance your digestive system and support immune functioning".

I grew up drinking Yakult in Hong Kong. The Chinese name for Yakult literally means "more healthy energy" and I do notice that I have more energy after drinking 2 bottles of Yakult a day for a week.

Ingrid Cheng
Holistic Health Club
http://holistichealthco-op.org/

My Dream

I have a dream. My dream is to spread the message of personal and environmental health through my blog and website. My mission is to educate and empower people to be more proactive about their health.

"The U.S. Healthcare system won't be able to adequately support the 78 million baby boomers who will turn 65 in 2011". (National Academy of Sciences). "The number of people will exceed the number of providers. (There is 1 doctor certified in geriatrics for every 2,500 older Americans". Time Magazine, Apr 28, 2008.

"The U.S. Healthcare system is a sickness industry". We are part of "the Wellness Revolution". Instead of treating the symptoms, we address the causes of diseases. www.thewellnessrevolution.paulzanepilzer.com

Ingrid Cheng
http://holistichealthco-op.org/

Upcoming Projects

Green Health Live TV is an interactive T.V. show with the latest information on medicine, lifestyle and diet choices that can help improve your health and the health of the planet.
I will be doing a Healthy Cooking Show with Rhonda Weidelman, MA, RD on Green Health Live TV. We are seeking Corporate Sponsors for our healthy cooking demo at different events like the 8/16 Holistic Health Retreat and 9/20-21 Yoga Health Fest. We plan to start an online recipe exchange, a series cooking classes that tie in with our cooking show and publish an e-newsletter that promotes health from inside out. Contact Ingrid for details.

http://www.greenhealthlive.com/

Ingrid Cheng

http://holistichealthco-op.org/

Good News

I have just joined LACEE (L.A. Chamber of Enlightened Enterprises), a fast growing and unique organization. You can find Ingrid Cheng under "Wellness Coaching / Community" at http://la.chamberofee.com/business_directory.html

I am also a member of Step Up Women's Network, Co-op America Green Business Network, Sierra Club, Slow Food L.A. and Ladies Who Launch.

Yakult, USA will sponsor the entire cooking demo on 8/16. Rhonda Weidelman, MA, RD and I plan to start a series of Healthy Cooking Classes soon. I will show you how to balance your chi (energy) with dishes made of mostly local, seasonal produce while Rhonda will tell you how the main ingredients benefit you nutritiously. Come to the Holistic Health Retreat 9-6 pm. Free Cooking Demo 12-1 pm. Space is limited. Pre-pay $10 and RSVP by 8/8/08 at: http://yoga.meetup.com/552/photos

Ingrid Cheng grew up drinking Yakult, the world’s leading probiotic drink.
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
http://yakultusa.com/

Cooking Demo - Chinese Chicken Salad

2 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 chicken thigh, boiled and shredded
1 bunch green onions, chop fine

1 tsp. flax and sesame seeds

1 tbsp. White vinegar
2 tsp. Soy sauce
2 tsp. Teriyaki Sauce
1 tbsp. Sesame oil

2 tsp. fresh Chinese parsley (optional)
Sprinkle of sugar, garlic salt, ground black pepper

1. In one dish, flavor thinly sliced cucumbers with a sprinkle of sugar, garlic salt, ground black pepper. Add 2 tbsp. white vinegar and 1 tbsp. sesame oil and mix.

2. In separate bowl, flavor boiled and shredded chicken thigh with 2 tsp. soy sauce, 2 tsp. Teriyaki Sauce, 1 tsp. sesame oil and a sprinkle of ground black pepper. Mix well.

3. Add 2 to 1. Garnish with flax and sesame seeds, finely chopped green onions and Chinese parsley (optional). For a spicy kick, add a dash of Chili Pepper.

Vegetarian option: substitute teriyaki baked tofu and agar for chicken.
Handful of agar, chopped evenly (about 1.5 inches)

1. Boil water, put chopped agar in hot water and quickly pour out into colander

2. Pat agar with paper towel to dry further

3. In one bowl, flavor thinly sliced cucumbers with a sprinkle of sugar, garlic salt, ground black pepper. Add 2 tbsp. white vinegar and 1 tbsp. sesame oil and mix

4. In separate bowl, flavor agar with a sprinkle of garlic salt, ground black pepper and sesame oil. Mix well.

5. Cut teriyaki baked tofu into slices. Add sliced tofu and agar to 3.

6. Garnish with flax and sesame seeds, finely chopped green onions and Chinese parsley.

Recipe by Ingrid Cheng. Thanks mom for all your help and support.
http://holistichealthco-op.org/

Analysis by Rhonda Weidelman, MA, RD.

Cucumbers contain Vitamin C and caffeic acid which help sooth skin irritations. Cucumbers' skin is rich in fiber and beneficial minerals.

Chicken is an excellent source of protein. 4 oz of chicken contains about 30 g of lean protein (over half of our daily need of protein). Even the dark meat has little fat and calories if the skin is taken off and chicken is boiled or grilled, not fried.

Onions add abundant flavor, are high in Vitamin C and a good source of fiber.

Flaxseeds contain a high amount of Omega-3 fatty acids which is proven to help reduce inflammation (such as arthritis), protect against heart disease, cancer and diabetes. They are also a good source of fiber.

Sesame seeds are a good source of calcium, magnesium, iron, manganese and copper. They may also help lower cholesterol.

Garlic is the most powerful anti-cancer foods according to the National Cancer Institute. It can also help lower cholesterol, high blood pressuer and boost immune system as well as our mood.

Tofu is a protein and nutrient rich vegetable source. It may also help lower cholesterol and improve symptoms of menopause.

Yakult Dessert: Yakult is a beneficial probiotic drink that helps digestion and enhance immune system. One bottle of Yakult contains 8 billion "good" bacteria.

Blueberries are rich in nutrients, low in calories and high in antioxidants. http://mindfulnutritionist.wordpress.com/

Rate this recipe on: http://www.tasteforlife.com/content/default.asp?artid=1531&title=Chinese_Chicken_Salad_with_a_Twist

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Join me for Sustainable L.A. on Sunday, August 17th, 12 to 10 pm
A day long line up of activities revolving around environmentalism in the urban experience. Path to Freedom Urban Homesteaders will be boothing/tabling and Farmer D will be part of a ‘Slow Food’ panel discussion.

WHERE: Grand Avenue & California Plaza – Bunker Hill, Downtown L.A. Free

Buy Local, Eat Slow: A New Way of Thinking About Food 2:30 – 3:30 pm

Moderator: Russ Parsons, food columnist for the Los Angeles Times, and the author of How to Pick a Peach: The Search for Flavor from Farm to Table.

Panelists:
Jules Dervaes – founder, Path to Freedom, owner of Dervaes Gardens, which grows and sells fresh organic produce to local restaurants and caterers. Gypsy Gifford – Executive Chef, Cafe Pinot. Lisa Lucas – Vice President, Los Angeles chapter, Slow Food Nation. Amelia Saltsman – television host/producer of “Fresh from the Farmer’s Market.” For more information: Downtown Film Festival – L.A.(213) 221-7685

Rhonda Weidelman, MA, RD and I will be doing a Healthy Cooking Show on Green Health Live T.V. using mostly local, seasonal produce.

Ingrid Cheng, Holistic Health Club (Slow Food L.A. member)

http://holistichealthco-op.org/

www.slowfoodla.com

Showing Up

I have said "yes" and shown up to many good events, some great ones and a few so-so ones. The 2 events that really inspired me were the Step Up Wellness Panel on 7/29 and the PACE's "Celebrating Women in Business" event last night. 150+ people attended each of these events. (Photo above: PACE's event)

Tips from the Wellness Panel:
Dr. Susan Smalley, Dir. Mindful Awareness Research Center: Download a free 5-min meditation from http://www.marc.ucla.edu/

From Dr. Hyla Cass: Get 8 hours of sleep, keep healthy snacks with you in the car and in your purse and always make a choice to move your body.

From Jeesin Lui: Repeatedly press and release the meaty part between your thumb and forefinger to ease pain, stress, menstrual cramps and anxiety.

The PACE's reception and awards ceremony followed by dinner also inspired me to take my business to the next level. I networked with so many women entrepreneurs, got so many business cards and 2 key contacts that I'm definitely going back next year.

http://www.suwn.org/
http://www.pacelabdc.org/

Ingrid Cheng
http://holistichealthco-op.org/