ETHOS PRIMARY CARE UPDATES
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Mike Heinrich- Life After the 30-Day Detox
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Ethos Primary Care’s 30-Day Detox is the stuff of legend. Challenging and rewarding, many patients emerge with a new sense of life and vigor. One such patient is Mike Heinrich, who achieved a whopping 50-pound weight loss on the 30-Day Detox. “Before I visited Dr. Weiss and his team, I was close to 230 pounds, on blood pressure medication with a diuretic, and had been on a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) for gastroesophageal reflux disease for nearly 20 years,” he says. “While I was able to lose some weight on my own prior to coming to Ethos Primary Care, I remained hypertensive and continued to rely on a PPI daily. After completing the 30-Day Detox, I was able to bring my weight down to around 178 pounds and was no longer reliant on any of my medications from day one on the Detox plan.”
Far from being an anomalous experience, many patients are able to achieve weight loss and cease taking medication after completing the 30-Day Detox, provided that they continue eating a whole-food, plant-based diet. Says Mike, “The powerful whole-food, plant-based diet that Dr. Weiss introduced to me became my new medicine and has been my new way of life since my initial visit. I have more energy than ever before, I bike and run regularly, and my mental wellness and clarity is beyond anything I ever would have expected. If you want to change and extend your life while also feeling younger and more energetic, I strongly recommend you schedule an appointment with Dr. Weiss and his team today.” We welcome you with open arms—it’s better on this side, and Mike proves it!
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Health Coaching
Primary care is the cornerstone of good medicine, and at Ethos Primary Care we deliver healthcare that is centered around keeping you healthy and fit for life. Robust primary care isn’t just about seeing the doctor, however. It’s also about getting the tools and strategies to implement the diet and lifestyle changes that will change your life! That’s where our incredible, nationally board-certified health coaches come in. Ethos Primary Care is a pioneer in integrating health coaching into patient care, which is increasingly being recognized as effective, cost-saving, and well-liked by patients. When you see our health coaches, you can trust that you’re working with seasoned experts who will carefully and compassionately guide you to better health.
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Exercising Safely in the Heat |
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It’s been a hot summer! Since exercise is a pillar of lifestyle medicine, it’s worth considering how to work out safely in the heat, especially for endurance activities that generate a lot of sweat. Electrolyte imbalances and dehydration might occur as a result, so how can you skip the Gatorade, stay safe, and maximize your performance? The answer might lie in fruit. Watermelon is a potassium-rich food that has also been found to diminish muscle soreness. As a hydrating food, watermelon is also a great option for replenishing the water you lose while exercising. If you’re looking to take a refreshing beverage with you on the go, considering blending whole watermelon with coconut water, which is also a good source of electrolytes, and bottling it up with ice. Sweet, cold, refreshing—and sure to help you recover faster and perform at your best.
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Labor Day is just around the corner and might have you scratching your head for a great, whole-food, plant-based barbeque recipe. We have you covered: try this delicious “pulled pork” recipe that consists of shredded king oyster mushrooms and a homemade BBQ sauce. Delicious! |
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by Wendy Yurgosky
Yields: 4-6 servings
½ cup BBQ sauce
2 lbs king oyster mushrooms, shredded with a fork
1 onion, sliced
3 cloves of garlic, minced
Method:
- Heat a saucepan over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook for 5-10 minutes or until they release their water and begin to brown.
- Add the onions and garlic and cook for about 3 minutes or until the onions become translucent.
- Add the BBQ sauce and toss to coat. Allow the mixture to caramelize.
- Remove from heat and serve with your favorite sides. Enjoy!
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Adapted from Gluten Free Goddess
by Cheryl Kenney
Yields: 1 cup
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons date sugar
1 tablespoon molasses
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
7 ounces tomato paste
2 teaspoons organic mustard
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons onion, minced
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Pepper to taste
Add water as needed
Method:
- Mix all ingredients in small saucepan.
- Bring to boil, reduce to simmer, and cook for 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and utilize in your favorite recipe. Enjoy!
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18 Questions with Primary Care Physician and Botanist Dr. Ron Weiss—
A Love Affair with Farming and Medicine
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“I want to be remembered as a physician who cared for mother earth.”
Dr. Ron Weiss is the cornerstone of Ethos Primary Care. His bold vision of farm-based primary care imagines a future where medicine and agriculture are deeply interconnected. Dr. Weiss was recently interviewed by Eco18 and asked a variety of questions about plant-based nutrition and the evolution of Ethos Farm Project. Get to know him a little better by checking it out!
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There are plenty of opportunities to engage with Ethos Primary Care—all of our events are grounded in health and nature. Here are some upcoming events to look out for:
To browse the events catalogue, check out our Ethos Primary Care Events page.
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ETHOS FARM PROJECT UPDATES
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Huge News: We Are Officially A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit! |
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We’re thrilled to announce that Ethos Farm Project has been granted 501(c)(3) non-profit status by the IRS. This means that your donation may qualify as a charitable deduction for federal income tax purposes! In conjunction with EFP’s new status as a non-profit, we’re excited to unveil our new website which covers in detail initiatives that EFP is taking on. EFP’s comprehensive vision involves educating budding physicians and farmers while finding revolutionary solutions for climate change. Check it out here.
Our mission can only succeed with your support. The community has been integral to Ethos Farm Project’s progress, but we continue to need your help. Please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to our mission here.
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Ethos Farm Project Partners with Raritan Headwaters
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Consistent with our mission, Ethos Farm Project has partnered with Raritan Headwaters Association to protect clean water and natural resources! As Ethos Farm is in the Upper Raritan River Watershed, we have adopted river-friendly practices that preserve the health of the river and ensure a clean water supply for humans and wildlife. Ethos Farm is careful to support and protect a diverse ecosystem of fish, birds, mammals, and insects, as we believe that all living beings should be given the chance to thrive. Learn more about Raritan Headwaters & Ethos Partnership here.
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Learn More About Ethos Farm Project
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Roadside Roots
Ready to pick up fresh, organic, regenerative produce roadside? You’re in luck! Our new charming, rustic roadside farm stand is now open for business, constructed by volunteers Ben Walmer and Jim Foley. Find it at the farm entrance, 177 West Mill Rd, on Sundays and some weekdays as harvests allow. As a bonus, purchase a bouquet of beautiful farm flowers. See you there!
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Get Involved
Saturday Mornings at the Farm: Outdoor activities have numerous benefits for kids. The Kids Series with Ethos Farm Project is particularly special because it nurtures a deep connection to nature’s beauty and resilience that will surely endure. Saturday Mornings at the farm have been a resounding success, and we can’t wait to meet your children at our upcoming September class. Children will get to learn about and explore the Raritan creek and make harvest art. They can also make hand-crafted artwork after the classes with artist Sam Matthews of Art Across Borders. Space is limited, so head over to our new site to sign up soon!
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Nora's Nook
We checked in with Nora, our esteemed Farm Manager, to see what she’s been up to. Says Nora, “Recently, I worked with the Califon Cooperative Project to teach children about the environment. We talked about how important it is to eat healthy food, and that to grow healthy food you must take good care of the soil and all the microscopic creatures living in it. A few weeks later, I returned to check on the progress and help the kids build trellises to support the vines.”
On the experience, Nora shared, “It's always fun to work with kids. I find their enthusiasm, curiosity, and openness inspiring. Being able to share some of my knowledge and love of growing food with this next generation is a way for me to share hope for the future.”
Nora gives us hope for the future, too!
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The Roller-Crimper and Soil Health
Soil health is paramount in an organic, regenerative system. At Ethos Farm, we use a few different techniques to avoid deep tillage, a soil-damaging practice often used in farming. A major tool used on organic farms is the roller-crimper—ours arrived earlier this month! The roller-crimper ultimately helps to add organic matter and nutrients to the soil. But does soil health improve using this method? Are the crop yields comparable to other methods? Ethos will help answer these questions by participating in a research trial conducted by North Jersey Resource, Conservation & Development, a nonprofit whose mission is to improve water quality through improved agricultural practices. As our rye cover crop grows taller by the day, soon we will roller-crimp half of it and mow half of it, then plant melons, pumpkins, and winter squash into both plots. We'll be adding to science that will help farmers choose better tools and methods to grow healthful food and regenerate our farmland!
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