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Category Archives: Nutrition
I really do not like to “demonize” foods and would generally prefer to add in the good stuff in the hopes that the unhealthier choices will get crowded out. However, there are some foods that are better replaced, if you can make some swaps. Making dietary changes is not always easy, but “dis-ease” can be [...]
If you were to get in your car and it wouldn’t start, what’s the first reason that would come to mind for this failure? For me, I would wonder if the car had run out of gas. Possibly you might consider the battery, oil, radiator, or something else. But the first thing that comes [...]
February 23, 2009 – 7:30 am
Which fats should I cook with?
Cold pressed or expeller pressed oils are best. Do not cook with flax seed oil, borage or evening primrose oils—heating changes their properties (oxidizes) and makes them unhealthy. Olive, safflower, sunflower, grape and sesame oils all heat safely so are good choices. Adding a bit of the oil from a [...]
February 19, 2009 – 3:50 pm
Fat is an important part of a healthy diet in that it
• protects our internal organs
• absorbs and transports fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K
• keeps us warm
• provides the body with myelin to insulate nerve fibers
• fuels the body
• regulates hormones and is crucial for cellular reproduction
But of course it is important to [...]
February 16, 2009 – 5:28 pm
Signs you are not digesting your carbohydrates well may include:
• tender area under chin on either side of tongue connection—rub between jaw line and tongue muscle
• dry conditions in the body (i.e. dry eyes, dry mouth or nose)
• inability to relax
• frequently irritated throat
• muscle weakness
• voice becomes high-pitched under stress
• startles easily
Carbohydrate digestion requires [...]
February 12, 2009 – 8:55 am
Carbohydrates have been much maligned and yet are essential for fueling the body—but it is crucial that we eat the “right” kind of carbohydrates to maintain optimal health.
Simple carbohydrates like refined sugars and flour products, white rice, processed foods, desserts and bakery goods are simple sugars and fast fuel—but eating these items comes at [...]
February 9, 2009 – 6:38 am
What sources of protein are best? In terms of amino acid balance, the best sources are eggs, quinoa, soybeans, meat, fish, beans and lentils. In addition, many nuts, seeds, and vegetables like green beans, peas, corn, asparagus, brussells sprouts, cauliflower, spinach, okra, and broccoli have good levels of protein—these are best eaten with a whole [...]
February 6, 2009 – 10:48 am
Protein needs are a matter of debate among health practitioners. Your individual needs will be a matter of biochemical individuality—and will be largely determined by how well you digest and assimilate the protein that you ingest.
Why do I need protein? Protein is crucial for balancing hormones, antibody production in the immune system, skin health [...]
February 2, 2009 – 8:49 am
Q+A about Soy with Michael Barbee, author of Politically Incorrect Nutrition: Finding Reality in the Mire of Food Industry Propaganda
Q: We are told that the Japanese diet which includes soy is responsible for their longevity. How much soy do they actually eat?
A: Marketers of soy products would like us to believe that Asians have good [...]
January 30, 2009 – 6:18 am
With all the salmonella fears about peanut butter currently in the news, perhaps this is the perfect time to branch out and try some other nut and seed butters. If someone really loves peanut butter, I generally recommend that they try to switch to a natural version with no added sugars since regular commercial brands [...]
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