Blue Corn

In September, we prepared and provided samples of 4 recipes using Blue Corn

products from the Santa Ana mill. Recipes included Blue Corn Oatmeal with

Dried Fruit, Blue Corn Scones with Lemon Curd, Blue Corn Pancakes and

Gourmet Blue Corn Cornbread. The Scones and the Gourmet Cornbread

received the most “likes” and were the favorites! The least favorite was the

Oatmeal.

Here’s what some community members had to say:

“I enjoyed the blue corn pancakes & cornbread. I will try this at home.

Thank you!”

“Does the roasting process make the mixture more salty? The pancakes

and oatmeal had a very salty taste, good in the pancakes, awful in the

oatmeal.”

“This is very good—something different. I will definitely try the

recipe.” (Cornbread)

Visit the Fitness office to pick up a recipe book filled with blue corn recipes to

try. You can use leftover blue corn meal you have on hand or stop by the mill

to purchase roasted/unroasted blue corn meal, pancake, muffin and

cornbread mix (each available in small or large quantities). Thank you to

Emery, Ray, and Melvin for providing materials and products.

The Mill is located on North Ranchitos Road across from the new church 505-771-6751

DID YOU KNOW?

* Protein content of blue corn is

about 30% higher than that of

white and yellow corn.

* Blue corn contains more zinc

and iron than commercial white/

yellow corn varieties.

* Blue corn varieties contain

more essential amino acids,

which make it a more complete

protein.

* Blue Corn Anthocyanins can

function as antioxidants, which

may help to reduce free radical

damage to cells and tissues- and

reduce your risk of many

diseases and symptoms

associated with aging.

Anthocyanins are plant

compounds that give red, purple

and blue fruits and vegetables

their color.

Tamaya Wellness Program Mission: to promote, support, and maintain healthy lifestyle choices within the Santa Ana Community

ISSUE 19 October 2017

Lunch and Learn: American Heart Association

Tamaya Wellness Program Directory

As part of Cholesterol month, the Healthy Heart Program sponsored a “Lunch and Learn” on Monday, September 25. Joshua Martinez from the American Heart Association presented information on Cholesterol and Heart Disease. The topics included heart disease, symptoms, ways to prevent heart disease, cholesterol in the blood, prevention strategies, and how to recognize signs and get help.

There were 13 tribal members & employees that attended; a heart healthy lunch was provided for all to enjoy.

What is Heart Disease?

The term “heart disease” refers to several types of heart conditions. The most common type is coronary artery disease; other kinds of heart disease may involve the valves in the heart, or the heart may not pump well and cause heart failure. Some people are born with heart disease.

What is a Heart Attack?

A heart attack occurs when the blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked often by a blood clot. This happens because arteries (that supply the heart with

blood) slowly become thicker and harder from a buildup of fat, cholesterol and other substances, called plaque. If the plaque breaks off and a blood clot forms blocking the blood flow, a heart attack occurs. The heart muscle supplied by that artery begins to die and damage increases the longer an artery stays blocked.

What is a Stroke?

Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot, bursts, or ruptures. When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood

and oxygen it needs, so it and brain cells begin to die.

Act Fast

Learn the signs, but remember even if you're not sure it's a heart attack or stroke, have it checked out. Minutes matter! Fast action can save lives, Don't wait - call 911 or your emergency response number.

For more info on signs and symptoms, go to

http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/

Judy Reuter, Program Manager Judy.Reuter@santaana-nsn.gov 771-6741

JoAnna Garcia, Adult Wellness & Fitness Manager JoAnna.Garcia@santaana-nsn.gov 771-6763

Perdita Wexler, Wellness Coordinator Perdita.Wexler@santaana-nsn.gov 771-6770

Kevin L. Montoya, Program Outreach Kevin.L.Montoya@santaana-nsn.gov 771-6383

Kathryn Herrera, Diabetes & Healthy Heart Kathryn.Herrera@santaana-nsn.gov 771-6772

Program Specialist

Tina Trejo-Winn, Administrative Assistant Tina.Winn@santaana-nsn.gov 771-6753

Angela Moreno, Nutrition & Fitness Specialist Angela.Moreno@santaana-nsn.gov 771-6744

Isaac Leon & Lance Ami, Fitness Trainers 771-6744

Joshua Martinez, Guest Speaker