Helping you know how to use foods as medicines. You can help your body to heal and stay healthy by the foods you eat!However, with any medical condition, always consult with a physician before any changes in routine, diet or medication.
Saturday, July 31, 2021
HEART ADVICE
Thursday, July 29, 2021
LET'S ALL GO A LITTLE NUTS
WARNING: For those with nut allergies this advice is not for you.
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
START YOUR DAY IN A HEALTHY WAY
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
DO YOU NEED TO CHANGE YOUR OIL?
Dr. A. Marc Gillinow, cardiac surgeon and surgical director at the Cleveland Clinic says many of us need to change our oil! He is talking about cooking oils. Dr. Gillinow suggests swapping other types of cooking oil for extra-virgin olive oil or canola oil. He went on to say, "They are low in saturated fats and a source of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids."
Monday, July 26, 2021
PROTEIN FOR WEIGHT LOSS
Sunday, July 25, 2021
EVER HEAR OF THE NUTRIENT APIGENIN?
I have to say that with all my nutritional/medical research I had never heard of the nutrient apigenin. That is until a read about a lab study done at Ohio State University in 2012 or 13, I believe. The study found that this nutrient which is found in peppermint, parsley, oranges, etc may have cancer-fighting superpowers. The study found that apigenin triggered cancer cells to kill themselves off. Interesting and might make it worth your while to add more oranges, peppermint, or parsley to your diet.
Saturday, July 24, 2021
DR. STEVEN NISSEN, CHAIR OF THE CARDIOLOGY DEPT. CLEVELAND CLINIC, ON DIET AND HEART HEALTH
He says heart health is determined by the quantity and types of foods one eats. He cited a recent study in the New England Journal of Medicine that looked at a low-fat diet versus a Mediterranean-style diet. Those who consumed a diet rich in olive oil and nuts (both have fat content but they are good fats) had a much lower risk for heart disease. That would be a Mediterranean-style diet.
Friday, July 23, 2021
7 PLUS SERVINGS OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES PER DAY!
We are often told to eat 5 servings per day of fruits and vegetables but a British study a few years ago found that by increasing our daily servings to 7+ we can live longer. By adding the extra servings the researchers found that one can reduce the risk of early death by 42%. Love life and want to hang around as long as possible? Increase the fruits and veggies in your diet.
Monday, July 19, 2021
INTERESTING INFO REGARDING BLACK TEA AND TYPE 2 DIABETES
According to a study reported in the British Medical Journal a couple years ago the more black tea a nation consumes per capita, the fewer cases of Type 2 diabetes they report. Another reason to add black tea to your diet!
Sunday, July 18, 2021
FRUITS AND VEGGIES FOR TEENS
Research has shown that teenagers who stay away from junk food are less likely to suffer from depression and anxiety. Studies have shown that teens who ate at least two fruit and four veggie servings per day and stayed away from fast foods, sweets, and soda were less likely to show symptoms of mental health problems. Do the teens in your life a favor and help them to make healthy food choices.
Saturday, July 17, 2021
HERBS FOR INFLAMMATION
Not only does inflammation in the body cause pain and misery, it is damaging to the body. Studies a few years ago (2012, if I remember correctly) show that 63% of people who added 2 teaspoons of dried herbs or 2 tablespoons of fresh herbs to their daily diet cut down the inflammation levels in their body within 1 week! The reason? Herbs and spices are powerful anti-inflammatories and anti-oxidants that quickly break down inflammation molecules in the digestive tract, muscles, pancreas and other tissues. Researchers list the following as the most powerful: Rosemary, thyme, basil, parsley, curry, turmeric, cayenne, chili powder, oregano, sage, ginger, cloves and allspice.
Thursday, July 15, 2021
MUSCLE VS FAT
Saturday, July 10, 2021
Thursday, July 8, 2021
ZINC TO COMBAT BODY ODOR
Studies have shown there may be relief for persons who battle body odor. If you feel like your deodorant isn't doing its job, try taking a 30 mg zinc supplement daily. This may help stop the growth of odor-causing bacteria under the arms and on feet!
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
STAYING ACTIVE LOWERS ALZHEIMER'S RISK
Personal note: My husband has COPD and Alzheimer's. He was a very active person most of his life. When his COPD really slowed him down his Alzheimer's because worse.
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
WHAT'S DIFFERENT IN OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS AND OMEGA-6 FATTY ACIDS
The difference in Omega-3s and Omega-6s is their chemical structures. They are the two major types of polyunsaturated fats we get from foods. Both are important for the body and especially the heart. The typical American diet is more prevalent in Omega-6s which are found in nuts, cooking and salad oils. Omega-3s are found in fatty fish, walnuts, soybeans, chia seeds, hemp seeds, tofu, ground flaxseeds, canola oil and soybean oil.
SNACK CRACKERS
Are you one of those people who love crackers and can't imagine giving them up but you are a diabetic or one who is trying to watch your weight, cut carbs, etc? Following are some crackers you can enjoy as a snack. That's right, a snack not a meal. Always remember quantity is key so follow the recommended quantity listed for each cracker.
- TRISCUIT - Nabisco Triscuit Hint of Salt 6 crackers = 120 calories, 20 g carbs, 3 g fiber, 3.5 g total fat (.5 g sat), 50 mg sodium
- GOOD THINS - Nabisco Good Thins The Wheat One Ancient Grains 12 crackers = 65 calories, 1.5 g fiber, 2.3 g total fat (.03 g sat), 85 g sodium
- WASA SOURDOUGH - Wasa Sourdough Whole Grain Crispbread 2 large crispbreads = 70 calories, 18 g carbs, 4 g fiber, 0 g fat, 90 mg sodium. These crispbreads are large enough to hold protein such a a low-fat cheese, some tuna, mashed avocado, etc
- And what about Animal Crackers? They aren't just for babies and children. You can enjoy some plain animal crackers without quilt. ORIGINAL ANIMAL CRACKERS 8 crackers = 60 calories, 12 g carbs, .05 g fat, 53 mg sodium
TRANS FATS AND INTESTINAL INFLAMMATION
Monday, July 5, 2021
CITRUS FRUITS HELP TO RESIST COLDS
Sunday, July 4, 2021
ONE MORE REASON TO EAT AN APPLE
Need to get rid of belly fat? Try choosing apples for snacks. Studies have shown that pectin, a fiber in apples, helps blast away belly fat. Not only is belly fat unattractive, it can lead to a whole series of health problems. Keep apples handy and grab one the next time you need a snack, especially if you are fighting belly fat.
Saturday, July 3, 2021
GERBERA DAISIES FOR BETTER SLEEP
Friday, July 2, 2021
PURCHASE SOME CACTI
Disclaimer: This isn't exactly kitchen medicine but I thought it interesting enough to share here.
Thursday, July 1, 2021
PROTECT KNEE CARTILAGE WITH OLIVE OIL
By substituting 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil for other cooking oils one might reduce knee pain by as much as 20%. Research has shown that olive oil contains a natural anti-inflammatory that stops immune cells from attacking knee cartilage.