Fiber is a nutrient most Americans do not get enough of but it is essential for good health and a stable digestive system. Most of us should increase our fiber intake by double! The average American only gets 10-15 grams per day, whereas 25 – 30 grams is more ideal. One of my husband’s favorite foods is artichokes cooked in a pressure cooker. My mother-in-law would place a small amount of water in a pressure cooker. Set raw artichokes in the pressure cooker, upright; and cook. To serve, she placed the artichoke, upright, in a bowl, which about ¼ cup of melted butter. Leaves would be plucked off, dipped in…
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Health Benefits and Health Hazards of Fish
As healthy eaters, we acknowledge fish health benefits, but buying and cooking fish can be disconcerting because of the health hazards surrounding fish. Fish is the largest single source of wild food in the human diet as well as the product of a rapidly growing branch of farming. Fish are a source of important nutrients such as protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Types of Fish All fish are broken down into two very broad categories – FISH and SHELLFISH. Basically, FISH are equipped with fins, backbones, and gills, whereas, SHELLFISH have shells of one form or another. Fish without shells are separated into two groups, freshwater and saltwater fish. Shellfish…
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Staying Motivated in a Healthy Lifestyle
Staying motivated when transiting to a healthy lifestyle is totally within your control. As previously posted, creating healthy habits and strategic goals must be established first. Did you create any “healthy goals?” Remember, it is the small steps every day that can make lasting changes to your life. Staying Motivated It is very difficult to stay motivated. I admit I took a week off from wearing my FitBit and monitoring my step count. But no excuses! I am responsible and I am back on track this week! If you slip up or get off course, NEVER beat yourself up over it! If you need a little extra nudge or support…
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Health Benefits of Chocolate
Yes, it is true – certain kinds of chocolate actually have health benefits. Cocoa beans, like all seeds, are rich in nutrients that support the plant during development. They are especially rich in saturated fats, which contribute to high cholesterol levels and heart disease. However, cocoa butter contains a particular fatty acid, that our bodies immediately convert into unsaturated fat. Therefore, chocolate is NOT thought to pose a risk for heart disease, in fact, cocoa is very rich in antioxidant compounds, which accounts for about 8% of the weight of cocoa powder. The higher the cocoa solids content of chocolate, the higher the antioxidant content. Any added sugar, milk, or…
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How To Create a Healthy Habit of Meal Planning
Strategic meal planning is a healthy habit which can also save you money. Have you integrated any of the healthy habits from last week’s blog post? If so, your 2020 is off to a great start! If not…you really should consider adopting at least two of those habits; especially the water consumption concept. This week, we are going to focus more on specific meal planning for better health. Brainstorming Your Meal Plan Sitting down and taking time to plan your meals is a crucial step towards better health. Decide which day you can do your food shopping and make a list based on the meals you plan for the week.…
