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R’s Story: FOOD FOR LIFE |
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| “You are what you eat”. I remember
this expression from early childhood, but never gave much thought to what
that really meant until recently.
Two passions (other than food) that I enjoy are gardening and birds. It was through these two that I found connection to the food. As a gardener, I pumped man-made chemicals into my garden that were recommend for maximum growth and minimum pests. I could never really eliminate the pests, and I also began to notice reactions to the chemicals from my birds who inhabit the garden. I eliminated all of the synthetic chemicals and began using all-natural fertilizers and feeds. Not only did I notice an improvement in the health of the birds, and vitality of the garden, but I lost the pests altogether. Could there be a connection? As I explored organics for my garden, I became more educated about organic foods and holistic health. I come to realize the miracle that the human body is deeply connected to planet itself and the food supply that springs from it. In a relatively short span of time, modern man has changed that environment, and Mother nature is responding in kind with a food supply that is becoming less safe, and with health conditions that we are just coming to understand. Our inner body ecology is a delicate balance of living organisms that, like the outer environment, is reacting to the changes we give it. How do we correct damage done? The answer lies in making educated and enlightened choices about what we put in our bodies! “LET YOUR FOOD BE YOUR MEDICINE.” Donna Gates, author of “THE BODY ECOLOGY DIET” and nutritional consultant, generously provided her time and expertise to teach my staff in the principles of body ecology. She also provided truly delicious recipes of food that is healing. As a businessman, I realize that many folks still think of food, and eating out in particular, as a form of entertainment, not as medicine; But it can be both. Let your food be your medicine. As a restaurateur, I hope to provide a broad range of alternatives from which to choose. The decisions are up to you. Remember, “YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT.” PRAISE FOR R. THOMAS’ FOOD FOR LIFE “Customers come in every day and thank Richard Thomas, the owner, for offering this food. Mr. Thomas is giving (the people of) Atlanta the only place in town where they can experience truly healing food ... the way you wish your mother had made it. You can taste the care and wisdom that has gone into each dish.” DONNA GATES, Author “The Body Ecology Diet” “I'm thrilled to discover that R. Thomas Deluxe Grill is serving food which is not only delicious, but healing as well. I came close to dying of the “Hidden Epidemic” of Candida Albicans in 1987, and it is a great blessing to have a restaurant close by which follows the Body Ecology Diet. Thank you, R. Thomas!” CHER GILMORE, Global Relationship Center of Atlanta |
VEGAN &
VEGETARIAN FRIENDLY: Our menu is an eclectic celebration for both
vegetarians and carnivores of all kinds.
The R. THOMAS FOOD FOR LIFE program features an inventory of nearly two dozen vegan selections which are always AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY! ALKALINE RICH: Sadly, the modern American diet is heavily loaded with sugary acid-forming foods that wear down our bodies. A healthy Ph balance is critical for proper digestion, important body functions, a strong immune system, and a sense of well-being. STEVIA: An herbal no-calorie sweetener that we feature as a healthy alternative to sugar. ORGANIC UNREFINED APPLE CIDER VINEGAR: Is used as an important alkaline-forming ingredient in recipes, and as a condiment for table service. FOOD FOR LIFE: Allows the body to maintain a healthy alkaline Ph balance. ORGANIC SUPPORTIVE: We use nothing but organic grains in all of our recipes, and organic produce whenever available. We always serve chicken that is FREE-RANGE ORGANIC. HERBAMARE: A natural sea salt blend with organic herbs, is featured in our recipes, and provided on each Table. We use nothing but organic “LIVE OILS” in our cooking and salad dressings. Live Oils are processed without chemicals, excessive heal, light, oxygen or reactive metals. Live Oils maintain all of their nutritional content, especially ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS. Omega 3 and Omega 6 (which are important for brain functions), and LAURIC ACID (which is extremely anti-viral and naturally occurs in mothers' milk). LIVING FOODS: “Living”, or cultured foods, are a critical part of a healthy diet that many Americans know little or nothing about. Cultured foods are a natural source of PROBIOTICS: the friendly bacteria which colonize the Intestinal tract to aid in digestion, fight off harmful bacteria, yeasts, and viruses, and bolster the immune system. RAW CULTURED VEGGIES: Taste like sauerkraut, are naturally alkaline, and are an important source of lactobacillus. KIFIR: A macrobial rich food similar to yogurt that helps restore and maintain inner ecology. It is LACTOSE-FREE. |
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After a long career in the food business, I had begun to notice a
change. The food did not feel the same, neither did I feel quite the same.
In my search for improved physical health, I found a parallel between what
we have done to the outer environment, and what is happening to our
health.