Do YOU KNOW -QUINOA?

Are you familiar with the ancient grain quinoa? If you haven't tried it, you probably should, especially if you have high triglycerides. Quinoa (Pronounced key-wah) is a nutritional powerhouse. It is packed with protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. It is loaded with omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids which are good fats that lower triglycerides! If quinoa isn't currently a part of your diet, try adding it. This is especially important if your doctor has told you your triglycerides are high.

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CITRUS FOR YOUR CHOLESTEROL

Would you believe citrus fruits are good for your cholesterol levels?  Oranges, grapefruits, lemons, limes, etc are rich in flavonoids.  The predominate flavonoid in citrus is hesperidin with is credited with boosting levels of "good" HDL cholesterol and lowering "bad" LDL cholesterol and triglycerides.  What a tasty way to improve your cholesterol levels!

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SOY PROTEIN AND TYPE 2 DIABETES

It seems soy protein has a lasting beneficial effect on the heart, blood vessels, and kidneys of persons diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes.  In a study published in the journal Diabetes Care, patients who ate soy protein showed significantly lower levels of fasting blood sugar, total cholesterol, LDL (bad) cholesterol, and triglycerides.  The study also found that C-reactive protein levels, which signal inflammation in the body, were lowered along with other indicators of kidney disease.

If you aren't currently eating soy protein, you need to add it to your diet!  Don't know what to include?  Try tofu, soy milk, soy burgers, edamame, etc.

 

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