Best of the bunch
We all know that whole foods and fresh fruits and vegetables should form the basis of any diet, but if you want to earn a gold star in nutrition, read on for Dr. Greger’s picks. The healthiest variety of your favorite food may not be what you expect.
Mushrooms
1. Porcini
2. Button
3. Morel
Nuts
1. Pecans
2. Walnuts
3. Hazelnuts
Beans
1. Black beans
2. Lentils
3. Kidney beans
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
best of the best
Best of the bunch
We all know that whole foods and fresh fruits and vegetables should form the basis of any diet, but if you want to earn a gold star in nutrition, read on for Dr. Greger’s picks. The healthiest variety of your favorite food may not be what you expect.
Mushrooms
1. Porcini
2. Button
3. Morel
Nuts
1. Pecans
2. Walnuts
3. Hazelnuts
Beans
1. Black beans
2. Lentils
3. Kidney beans
We all know that whole foods and fresh fruits and vegetables should form the basis of any diet, but if you want to earn a gold star in nutrition, read on for Dr. Greger’s picks. The healthiest variety of your favorite food may not be what you expect.
Mushrooms
1. Porcini
2. Button
3. Morel
Nuts
1. Pecans
2. Walnuts
3. Hazelnuts
Beans
1. Black beans
2. Lentils
3. Kidney beans
Monday, March 2, 2009
Colon Cleanse
I'm on Day 3- officially halfway through my colon cleanse from Blessed herbs. I feel good so far- everything moving along just well. It gets the toxins from the colon. Drink apple juice with a toxin absorbing fiber powder 5 times a day. It was reccomended by a whole body person at whole foods, so i gave it a try. Other cleanses are out there including the master cleanse- lemon, maple syrup, and cayenne. If you arent ready for the entire 9 day cleanse or others of the sort- try encoporating theses into your diet for detox.
Cauliflower: Members of the cruciferous family, cauliflower, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts are all known for their cancer-fighting properties.
Cayenne: Enhances blood circulation, stimulates the digestive system, and protects the body with its antioxidants from the effects of harmful chemicals.
Cinnamon: Helpful for reducing intestinal gas and aids in increasing blood circulation. This spice is also known to treat diarrhea, nausea, arthritis, menstrual cramps, and Candida.
Garlic: Antibacterial, anticarcinogenic, and antifungal, garlic is used to treat ear infections, influenza, blood pressure, and high cholesterol. It eliminates toxins from the body and is antiparasitic.
Ginger: Used to improve circulation, aid detoxification, and improve the cleansing of the kidneys and bowels. Also used to treat colds, motion sickness, nausea, and morning sickness.
Miso: Helps to protect the body from radiation, cancer, air pollution, and environmental toxins. A wonderful digestive aid and protein source.
Nori: This sea veggie is great paired with fried foods since it emulsifies fat and aids in its digestion. Rich in vitamin A, protein, B vitamins, calcium, and iron.
Quinoa: This simple seed is a complete protein, and also boasts high calcium and lysine contents.
Turmeric: Found in most curry powders, this mustard-colored spice is high in beta carotene, strengthens the immune system, and helps to dissolve cysts and tumors.
Winter Squash: A warming food, these sweet squashes are a good source of vitamins A, C, and potassium.
Cauliflower: Members of the cruciferous family, cauliflower, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts are all known for their cancer-fighting properties.
Cayenne: Enhances blood circulation, stimulates the digestive system, and protects the body with its antioxidants from the effects of harmful chemicals.
Cinnamon: Helpful for reducing intestinal gas and aids in increasing blood circulation. This spice is also known to treat diarrhea, nausea, arthritis, menstrual cramps, and Candida.
Garlic: Antibacterial, anticarcinogenic, and antifungal, garlic is used to treat ear infections, influenza, blood pressure, and high cholesterol. It eliminates toxins from the body and is antiparasitic.
Ginger: Used to improve circulation, aid detoxification, and improve the cleansing of the kidneys and bowels. Also used to treat colds, motion sickness, nausea, and morning sickness.
Miso: Helps to protect the body from radiation, cancer, air pollution, and environmental toxins. A wonderful digestive aid and protein source.
Nori: This sea veggie is great paired with fried foods since it emulsifies fat and aids in its digestion. Rich in vitamin A, protein, B vitamins, calcium, and iron.
Quinoa: This simple seed is a complete protein, and also boasts high calcium and lysine contents.
Turmeric: Found in most curry powders, this mustard-colored spice is high in beta carotene, strengthens the immune system, and helps to dissolve cysts and tumors.
Winter Squash: A warming food, these sweet squashes are a good source of vitamins A, C, and potassium.
orthorexia....
This term was defined to describe people with health food obsession. A new york times article talked about how this obsession can be compared to eating disorders of anorexia and OCD. He says that orthorexics are anorexics in disguise. Hmmm. While there is no clinical criteria for diagnosis it is a wide term that is being thrown arounds. I think that they do have a point to an extent. I would diagnose myself with orthorexia. I love healthy foods, eating them, reading about them and blogging about them. Do i have a disorder???
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