What a thought provoking post, thank you.

Joe Nogood owns a small but thriving gift store. He is middle-aged and he dabbles in the stock market and has survived some major crashes in his time. He is an expert on gifts, having learned the skills over the years. There is only one word to describe him, ordinary.

Walnuts and flax seeds are special because they contain omega-3 fatty acids. Our diets tend to be low in them, yet they are essential for
healthy brain and nervous system functioning.
It's easy to toss a handful of raw walnuts or flax seeds on a salad or vegetables for added crunch and nutrition. Refrigerate walnuts and flax seeds to keep the omega-3 fatty acids fresh.

Sesame seeds are particularly high in calcium and
flavor. They are used by many cultures. Sesame
paste, called tahini in Arabic countries, is the essential ingredient in hummus. In China, it's used to make a sesame sauce served over noodles. This sesame sauce recipe is adapted from Annemarie Colbin's cookbook The Natural Gourmet and is a staple in my home:

Back when we hunted and gathered for our food, nuts and seeds were part of our daily diet. They gave us energy, soft healthy skin, fertility, immunity, healthy joints, strong hearts, and sharp balanced minds. Many of us have avoided nuts and seeds to keep our diet low in fat, so it's no coincidence that we may lack these qualities in our health.