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Patricia's Complete List-Nutrition Tips
Foods listed
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October, 2006
Apples....I
would guess that most everyone has heard the expression, "An apple a day keeps
the doctor away." One unpeeled apple contains 4-5 grams of fiber, low
calorie, high in antioxidants, fat-free, cholesterol free, and low in sodium.
Magnesium and potassium in apples help regulate blood pressure. The flavonoid quercetin,
a naturally occurring antioxidant, helps protect artery walls from damage and
keeps your blood flowing smoothly. I am definitely in favor of eating
one a day!!
April, 2008
Bananas...what a
remarkable fruit!
Bananas
contain three natural sugars - sucrose, fructose and glucose combined
with fiber. A banana gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost
of energy.
Bananas
contain tryptophan, an amino acid which the body converts into
serotonin, known to make you relax, improve your mood and generally make
you feel happier.
Vitamin
B6 in bananas helps regulate blood glucose levels.
Bananas are
also high in iron, which stimulates the production of hemoglobin in the
blood and so helps in cases of anemia. This unique tropical fruit is
extremely high in potassium yet low in salt, making it perfect to combat
high blood pressure.
Bananas have
a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn,
try eating a banana for soothing relief...this neutralizes over-acidity
and reduces irritation by coating the lining of the stomach.
Potassium
is a vital mineral, which helps normalize the heartbeat, sends oxygen to
the brain and regulates your body's water balance. When we are stressed,
our metabolic rate rises, thereby reducing our potassium levels. These
can be rebalanced with the help of a high-potassium banana snack.
A banana
really is a natural remedy for many ills. When you compare it to an
apple, it has four times the protein, twice the carbohydrate, three
times the phosphorus, five times the vitamin A and iron, and twice the
other vitamins and minerals. So maybe its time to say, "A banana a
day keeps the doctor away!"
My favorite way to
eat bananas: Slice, place in bowl and cover with fresh orange juice.
Tip:
Never, put your banana in the refrigerator!!!
February, 2007
Beets...Low in calories,
help with weight loss; contain potassium,
magnesium and beta carotene to help strengthen bones; potassium may help keep
blood pressure down. Fresh beets contain even more nutrients.
To cook, cut off all but one inch of stem. Scrub gently under water,
wrap each beet in aluminum foil and bake at 375
degrees for about an hour or until tender. You may also cook in microwave.
Place 4-5 medium-sized beets in a covered dish with 1/4 cup water and cook for
about 10 minutes. Let stand covered for another 5 minutes.
March, 2007
Broccoli
is one of the healthiest foods you can eat. Ounce for ounce, broccoli
has twice as much vitamin C as oranges. Broccoli is also a good source of folate, vitamin A, potassium, calcium, potassium, and magnesium. Helps
fight osteoporosis, breast cancer, blood pressure, lung cancer, colon cancer,
and also good for your vision. Quite a lot for one food!!
My favorite way to
prepare broccoli is to steam it with onions, garlic, salt and freshly ground
pepper.
January, 2007
Cabbage...Have
you ever heard the old saying, "If you eat cabbage on New Year's Day,
you will have money all year?" Well, I don't know about the money,
but cabbage ranks high in nourishing the body. Cabbage can help
combat cancer; an antioxidant; cabbage juice may help heal ulcers; an
excellent source of Vitamin C. Being high in fiber, cabbage can
help with constipation problems; And you can't beat this one for a low
calorie food, only about 18 per half cup.
One of my favorite ways to prepare
cabbage: Cook with carrots, onions, celery, garlic, salt, freshly ground
black pepper, caraway seed. Add just enough water to cover.
Serve with hot cornbread.
August, 2007
Cantaloupe...I
love cantaloupe and eat it as long as available at the grocers.
Beta Carotene, an antioxidant found in watermelon, help protect your
eyes from cataracts and macular degeneration, two main causes for
blindness in the elderly. One small cantaloupe contains over
180milligrams vitamin C. One a day could cut your risk of
developing macular degeneration.
Other nutrients in
Cantaloupe
Potassium
helps to keep your blood pressure in check.
Vitamin C may
improve blood flow, also works to control blood pressure.
Folate, a B
vitamin, helps ward off strokes and heart attacks.
A good source of
fiber, helping keep cholesterol down.
Vitamin C, an
antioxidant, helps boost the immune system and is a strong defense
against cancer.

February, 2008
Carrots...February
is
"Heart Month,"
so be good to your heart.
Carrots contain beta carotene which our
bodies convert to Vitamin A, and we all know vitamin A is good for the
health of the heart and eyes. Carrots are a
good source of fiber. One medium sized carrot provides you with 2
grams of fiber. Fiber, 25-40 grams in a 2,000 to 3,000 calorie a
day diet, could lower your risk of heart disease by 30 percent. I
would say most of us do not get this much fiber per day. It can be
done, however. Some of the newer cereals out have good
sources of fiber--read labels!! Try to eat 3 servings of
vegetables and 2 servings of fruit a day, along with some grains/legumes.
Carrots have
few calories and no fat; may
also help fight breast cancer. Alpha carotene, found in carrots
can help protect you from second hand cigarette smoke. One carrot
contains about 3.5 milligrams of alpha carotene.
Carrots can
be eaten raw, whole, chopped, grated, or added to
salads.
They are also often chopped
and boiled, fried or steamed, and cooked in
soups and
stews.
Good shredded in meat loaf.
When purchasing
carrots, look for the deepest orange color as they contain the highest
amount of antioxidants...good for the heart.
Let us not forget
Valentine's Day!! And what is one of the most popular gifts for
your sweetheart? Chocolate, of course!
Dark Chocolate is Healthy Chocolate...interesting read on health
benefits of dark chocolate. Eat in moderation!!
October. 2008
Cauliflower...is
loaded with vitamin C, folate, vitamin K, and fiber--nutrients that can
protect you against osteoporosis, bruises, and heart disease.
Getting more than 100 micrograms of vitamin K a day can begin lowering
your risk of hip fracture. About a third of that amount is in just
two cups of cooked cauliflower. Vitamin C in cauliflower may slow
down the progression of osteoporosis by helping your body make collagen,
a bone building block. Just one-half cup of cauliflower has about
50 percent of the RDA for vitamin C.
As we age, the
stomach becomes less able to absorb the vitamin K you need to thicken
your blood; and cauliflower contains an abundant amount of vitamin K.
The nutrients
in cauliflower may protect against lung, stomach, colon, and prostate
cancers. In fact, eating a cruciferous vegetable such as
cauliflower just three or more times a week could reduce your risk of
getting prostate cancer by 41 percent.
I love cooked
cauliflower with cheese sauce; also raw with other veggies and
dip--great at get-togethers!!
Tips for Purchasing
Cauliflower
Look for a
clean, creamy white, compact curd in which the bud clusters are not
separated. Avoid Spotted or dull-colored cauliflower as well as those in
which small flowers appear. Heads that are surrounded by many
thick green leaves are better protected and will be fresher.
Store uncooked
cauliflower in a paper or plastic bag in the refrigerator where it will
keep for up to a week. To prevent moisture from developing in the floret
clusters, store it with the stem side down.
September, 2007
Corn...Did
you know Corn is America's number one field crop? Corn leads all
other crops in value and volume of production. Most of us think of
corn as a vegetable, and we eat it as a vegetable. However, it is
really a grain and a good source of protein. One cup of corn has
131 calories, 5 grams of protein and 4 grams of dietary fiber.
Corn is also rich in thiamin, niacin, vitamin C, folate, panothenic acid,
magnesium, and phosphorus. Corn may help fight cancer and viral
infections.
Unfortunately, this
delicious food is in the top 5 list of foods linked to food allergies,
causing symptoms such as rheumatoid arthritis, irritable bowel syndrome,
and headaches.
Corn and corn
products affect our lives in many ways; it's much more than just a
food!! Check out this very interesting link to find out how
different our world might be without this amazing grain.
http://www.iowacorn.org/cornuse/cornuse_17.html
December, 2007
Cranberries...Most
of us eat cranberries in cranberry sauce or cranberry juice cocktail.
Cranberries are a good source of Vitamin C which helps fight
atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, certain cancers, and stroke.
Also, a good source of potassium which helps keep blood pressure under
control. The fiber in cranberries may also protect you from
urinary tract infections, heart disease and cancer.
Cranberry juice is
also good for your heart. When LDL (the bad cholesterol) becomes
oxidized, plaque is formed and obstructs flow of blood to heart and
brain. Dr. Ted Wilson, a professor at
University of Wisconsin, discovered that cranberry juice prevents LDL from becoming oxidized,
thus giving LDL less chance to stick to arteries.
Fresh cranberries
are usually available in stores from October to December. When
buying cranberry juice cocktail, choose one with the most cranberry
juice and lowest in sugar.
Ocean Spray
Cranberry Health Good read on prevention of urinary tract
infections.
I am including a
recipe for
Cranapple Conserve, delicious served with your holiday
dinner!!
Cranapple
Conserve
4-1/2 cups peeled, diced Winesap or other cooking apple
3 cups fresh cranberries
1-1/2 cups unsweetened apple juice
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup raisins
2 teaspoons peeled, grated gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cloves
Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a
boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, uncovered, 10 minutes,
stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; let cool. Serve chilled or at
room temperature. Cover and store in refrigerator up to 1 week.
Yield: 5-1/2 cups.
June, 2007
Garlic...What a powerhouse!!
This one food is very beneficial for many ailments. Garlic can
help lower the LDL (bad cholesterol) without harming your HDL (good
cholesterol), resulting in less fat built up in your arteries, lower
triglyceride levels, and healthier circulation. Garlic
can also help lower blood pressure. Garlic is high in
antioxidants, which keep free radicals from damaging your body,
resulting in cancer. The allicin in Garlic is a great antibiotic which
kills a number of bacteria and viruses. Garlic also boosts your
immune system, so you are less likely to catch colds or flu.
Garlic also lowers blood sugar. Use garlic in as many foods as you
can, salads, vegetables, casseroles, and meat. Garlic, does have a
strong odor. So if you are worried about garlic breath, try adding
a little parsley or mint.
December, 2006
Grapes
contain an abundance of antioxidants which help protect you from heart
disease. They also contain fiber, small amounts of vitamins and minerals
such as potassium, calcium, manganese, and iron. Grape skins contain resveratrol which fights inflammation and prevents
blood clots. Resveratrol is also an antioxidant, which helps fight
cancer.
Grape skins also contain quercetin, a powerful flavonoid, which
works as an antioxidant to prevent the LDL (bad cholesterol) from building up
in your artery walls and blocking blood flow to your heart and brain. It
also stops your blood from becoming sticky and clumping together which reduces the risk of stroke. Red seedless grapes
contain carotenoids which may protect against macular degeneration, the
leading cause of vision loss in people over 50.
Make these delicious
fruits a part of your diet. Try grape jam, raisins, and red wine in
moderation.
Recipe
for a delicious Christmas Fruit
Salad
with grapes.
2 cups tangerine sections
1 cup grapefruit sections
1 cup seedless grapes
1 cup diced pears
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Sugar
Cranberry or raspberry sherbet
1/2 cup chopped pistachio nuts
Combine first 4 fruits. Sprinkle with lemon juice and
add sugar to taste. Chill. Put in 6 individual sherbet glasses. Top
each serving with a small scoop of sherbet. Sprinkle with pistachio
nuts. Yield: 6 servings.
July, 2008
Lemons...Just
one tablespoon of lemon juice gives you more than 10 percent of the RDA
for vitamin C. Lemons abound with antioxidants and other
phytochemicals, which help fight heart disease, cancer and infection.
Lemons' anti-cancer
power is in limonene, a chemical that gives citrus fruits their smell.
It is found mostly in the zest. You can purchase a zester for this
purpose or use small teeth of a hand grater.
Lemons help protect
your skin from cancer. It's easy to add lemon to your diet.
Add wedge of lemon to beverages or squeezing fresh lemon juice on your
food before eating. I think it is absolutely fabulous for broccoli and
fish.
A wedge of
lemon with glass of water is very refreshing.
I love just
about anything with lemon--cakes, pies, puddings, ice cream, cookies,
salad dressings.
Pantry Tips
Leave lemons out
until they are sliced, then refrigerate.
In choosing lemons,
they should feel heavy for their size.
To get most juice
from lemon, roll it against your countertop using palm of your hand.
You will get more
juice from a lemon that's at room temperature.
The Lemon, a truly versatile fruit
Great site...lemon
for your health plus lots of great links for other uses of lemons!!
Frozen Lemon Pie on my website...Delicious
November, 2008
Mushrooms
contain no saturated
fat or cholesterol. Low in fat, salt, and calories. Just half a cup of dried shitake
mushrooms has more potassium than a banana, which is important if you
have high blood pressure. Many other mushrooms are also good
sources of potassium.
Certain chemicals
in shitake mushrooms may help fight flu viruses. Whole mushrooms are a
good source of selenium, a potent antioxidant which can block
cell DNA damage that may lead to cancer. Mushrooms are the only
non-animal food that can give you vitamin D, which is important to
postmenopausal women fighting osteoporosis. Chanterelle and
shitake varieties are good sources for Vitamin D.
Note:
Out of the
thousands of mushrooms in the world, only a few hundred are edible.
That means many more are poisonous, so unless you are a mushroom expert,
only hunt for mushrooms in your grocery store.
Excellent site on
Mushrooms--News
letters, recipes and more..
October, 2007
Oats and Oat Bran
products have many health
benefits. They provide protein and minerals like potassium,
magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, copper, and zinc.
Elevated cholesterol is a major concern, and the use of
statins as medication to lower cholesterol is at an all time high!
As our awareness for good nutrition increases, we are learning to make
better food choices. Oats and Oat Bran
have consistently proved their value in lowering cholesterol.
Picture a tiny whisk broom sweeping the cholesterol out of
your system. When choosing oats, pick the one with the most
soluble fiber. Lowering cholesterol also lowers your risk of heart
disease.
Consuming
enough oats and other sources of fiber and drinking enough water will
keep your digestive system running smoothly. Soluble fiber can
also help in managing diabetes.
If you like baking
your own bread, substitute some of your flour with oat flour. I
have also used rolled oats blended into a powder for part of the
flour, gives the bread a very nice flavor.
April, 2007
Olive oil
is a high monounsaturated fat, which
is a good fat, rich in vitamin E. Fights heart disease, rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes. This oil
contains no cholesterol, salt, or gluten, and has very little saturated
fat. Olive oil contains antioxidants, which keep free radicals in
check.
This wonderful oil may
also reduce your risk of breast, colorectal,
prostate, and esophageal cancers. Olive oil can cut the amount of LDL
(bad cholesterol) and triglycerides, and can help reduce your chances
for developing Type 2 diabetes. Great for Sautéing your
vegetables, really wakes up the flavor.
If you like making
your own salad dressings, I recommend olive oil; you won't believe how
good it is!! If you don't wish to make your own dressing, a
combination of olive oil and lemon juice/vinegar on salad is very easy
and enhances the flavor of your greens. Be sure to store olive oil
in tightly capped container away from light and heat.
Did you know the
Bible has many references to olive oil? In the Old Testament, God
gave instructions to Moses for making an anointing oil from spices and
olive oil. This oil was also used for some of their offerings and
for burning in lamps.
In the days
of Noah and the flood, the dove Noah sent from the ark returned with an
olive branch, so Noah knew the water had receded from the earth.
(Genesis 8:11).
March, 2008
Onions
contain potassium,
vitamin C and B vitamins, which kill germs, help your heart and fight
cancer. Vitamin B6 helps prevent heart disease by lowering high
homocysteine levels, another significant risk factor for heart attack
and stroke.
Quercetin, a
flavonoid in onions helps stop LDL (the bad cholesterol) from becoming
oxidized, which means it is less likely to build up and block your
arteries and increase your risk for heart attack or stroke; it also
acts like an antioxidant by keeping free radicals in check. Quercetin
is found only in shallots, yellow and red onions, not white onions.
Onions also contain
Sulfur compounds in
onions may help lower blood pressure. Chromium found in onions can
decrease fasting blood glucose levels, improve glucose tolerance and
lower insulin levels.
Many varieties of
onions are at your grocers. Some are seasonal, like sweet Vadalia
(one of my favorites), and others are available year round. Check
out red, yellow or white to see which ones you like best.
May, 2007
Oranges
have a high level of vitamin C, about 69 milligrams in one orange and
about 80 fat-free calories.
Vitamin C boosts your immune system and may lower cholesterol.
Oranges also contain fiber, about 3 grams per orange. Folate, found
in oranges may prevent blood clotting, essential in preventing birth
defects and fighting heart disease. Oranges are also high in
potassium which is needed for proper fluid balance, helping keep blood pressure down. Being an
antioxidant, vitamin C helps shield you from free radicals that can
cause cancer. I love oranges, and they are available year round.
August, 2008
Peaches
come in three
colors, red, white, and yellow--and in many varieties. The yellow
ones contain the most vitamin A, an antioxidant, which helps boost your
immune system. A delicious 40 calorie treat. Peaches are
more than 80 percent water and are a good source of fiber, One peach
will provide about 7 percent of the daily requirement for fiber.
Peaches are a
good source of boron, a trace mineral which keeps calcium metabolism in
check, which helps in preventing osteoporosis. Boron can
dramatically boost blood levels of hormone estrogen and other compounds
that prevent calcium loss which is especially helpful for menopausal women.
Other food sources of boron include green vegetables, fruit and nuts.
Tips for choosing
peaches: Soft, but not mushy. Don't squeeze them, as they
bruise easily. Buy only enough to use in 3 days; after remaining
in your refrigerator, many fresh produce items will lose some of their
nutritive value.
Note: The
U.S. Department of Agriculture has said U.S. peach growers are among the
worst offenders in pesticide overuse, sometimes using thousands of times
more than what it considers safe.
For this reason, I
would recommend buying organically grown peaches. If this is not
an option, remove the skin before using.
Peaches are great
for snacks, al good in cobblers, pies and jams.
June, 2005
Peanuts...one
of my favorite munchies!! Actually peanuts are not really nuts;
they are legumes, and like beans, and have many of the same nutritional
qualities. High in protein and fiber, a good source of many
important vitamins and minerals, including vitamin E, niacin, manganese,
folate, magnesium and potassium. No cholesterol in peanuts!!
The fat contained in peanuts is the good kind of fat--monounsaturated
fatty acids. This kind of fat helps control cholesterol.
Peanuts contains
folate and just 3 ounces of peanuts a day gives you half the amount of
folate you need to fight artery-damaging homocysteine. Reverstrol,
which works like an antioxidant is present in peanuts. Eating a
handful of peanuts will give you the same amount of Reverstrol as 2
pounds of grapes.
Phytosterols
occuring in peanuts help protect you from colon, breast, ovarian, or
prostate cancer.
Recent studies
have shown that peanuts are rich in boron, a trace mineral, which boosts
steroid hormones in the blood, keeping calcium losses from dropping by
40 percent, Thus, this mineral plays a big role to help strengthen
bones.
I love peanut
butter and it is always in my refrigerator. I always purchase
natural peanut butter, which contains only peanuts and oil--no
preservatives. Must be refrigerated after opening. Read
labels...don't buy peanut butter (or anything else) with partially
hydrogenated oil!!
Some Peanut
Facts
November,
2007
Pumpkin
is high in
beta carotene, which may protect your heart. Pumpkin is also high
in fiber and a good source of minerals, including iron, potassium,
magnesium and zinc. Zinc helps boost the immune system.
Pumpkin seeds may help fight prostate problems. Pumpkin seed oil
contains linoleic acid (omega-6) and linolenic acid (omega-3) which may
help combat arthritis. Pumpkin seed oil may be purchased for
cooking. Its nutty flavor is particularly good in salad dressings.
Pumpkin
pie is a big part of our Thanksgiving celebration. Our ancestors
prepared pumpkin pie very differently than we do today. They
simply filled a pumpkin with milk, spices, and honey, then baked it in
hot ashes.
Recipe for
Pumpkin Soup,
easy and delicious
3 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, diced
1 medium apple, diced
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups pumpkin, cooked (or use canned pumpkin)
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup light cream
Melt butter in heavy saucepan. Sauté onion and apple.
Stir in pumpkin, broth, sugar and spices. Remove from heat. Blend
until smooth. Return to heat and add cream.
January, 2008
Spinach...is
a power house! Calorie for calorie, spinach provides more
nutrients than any other food. Spinach contains many antioxidants
and anti-cancer agents. Rich in carotenoids, good source of iron,
manganese, folate. Vitamins A and C found in Spinach are important
antioxidants that work to reduce the amounts of free radicals in the
body. Spinach is an excellent source of magnesium, a mineral that
can help lower high blood pressure and protect against heart disease as
well. Vitamin K, almost 200% of the daily value in one cup of
fresh spinach leaves, helps keep bones strong. The antioxidants lutein and
zeaxanthin found in spinach help protect your eyes from light damage and
help keep the retina strong, which may avert macular degeneration.
Spinach is a
low calorie food, good for those wanting to lose weight. This
wonderful food is
available year-round. Look for leaves that are crisp and dark
green. Great in salads or cooked with a little fat.
A few quick serving ideas:
Add layers of
steamed spinach to your next lasagna recipe.
Toss steamed spinach
with pressed garlic, fresh lemon juice and olive oil. Sprinkle with a
little Parmesan cheese.
Pine nuts are
excellent with spinach.
May, 2008
Strawberries...I
can think of no other food that tastes so good and at the same time be
so good for you. High in vitamin C, good source of fiber, folate
and potassium. Strawberries are high on the list of
antioxidant-rich fruits, which cut down on free radicals, making them a
topnotch cancer fighter. Strawberries help lower cholesterol, which may
have a positive effect on heart disease.
Do you know that
strawberries can help you deal with stress. Ingesting strawberries
might pump out more dopamine. This chemical is an ingredient in
norephinephrine, which controls how well you deal with stress...bring
on the strawberries!!
How to choose
strawberries:
Size does not matter. Look for plump berries with bright red skins
and green caps. Discard any that are discolored, soft, or have
green or yellow patches. I like to pick out my own. If you
buy yours in a carton, be sure to check the bottom of the container.
If it's stained or wet, the strawberries may be moldy or mashed.
Eat the ripest ones
first. Strawberries will keep in refrigerator about a week, so a
good rule of thumb is to buy only what your family will eat in that time
frame, that is unless you are going to use them in a recipe or make some
strawberry jam!
A Strawberry Fact:
Doubtless God could have made a better berry, but doubtless God never
did."
William Butler (1535-1618)
Oxford dictionary of
quotes
Good read on
nutrition facts and measurements for
Strawberries
Recipe for a
delicious Strawberry Smoothie
4 large strawberries
1/4 cup low fat
plain yogurt
1 cup fresh orange
juice
1 medium size banana
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon honey
Remove stems from
strawberries and wash. Blend all ingredients in blender until
smooth.
To freeze strawberries,
first gently wash them and pat them dry. You
can either remove the cap and stem or leave them intact, depending upon
what you will do with them once they are thawed. Arrange them in a
single layer on a flat pan or cookie sheet and place them in the
freezer. Once frozen, transfer the berries to a heavy plastic bag and
return them to the freezer where they will keep for up to one year.
Adding a bit of lemon juice to the berries will help to preserve their
color. While strawberries can be frozen whole, cut or crushed, they will
retain a higher level of their vitamin C content if left whole.
November, 2006
Sweet
Potatoes
are very delicious because of their high sugar content. An average-sized sweet
potato has only 100 calories, very little fat, and no cholesterol, and loaded
with vitamins, minerals, and fiber (3-4 grams each). Sweet potatoes are
beneficial for the heart and contain beta carotene, folic acid, and vitamins C and B6,
which help to keep blood pressure down and your arties flowing smoothly.
Potassium, magnesium, fiber, vitamin C, and beta carotene, all present in sweet potatoes, help fight
osteoporosis.
I love a baked
sweet potato with butter. Accompany this with a green vegetable or salad, and my
meal is complete.
July, 2007
Watermelon...With
one of our favorite holidays on the horizon, I would like share with you
some important nutritive facts pertaining to watermelon, one of our
favorite Fourth of July foods, and also a summer favorite.
Watermelon is low in calories, about 50 a cup, contains vitamins A, C,
potassium.
Lycopene, an
antioxidant which helps protect against Prostate Cancer, is found in
watermelon, and in fact, has more lycopene than
any other food!!
The
American Heart Association gives its stamp of approval for watermelon.
Did you know that watermelon contains protein, calcium, iron and dietary
fiber? This delicious treat is 92 percent water, and only one gram
fat per slice, making it high on the list for those who are trying to
lose weight!!
For more info on
watermelon check out
watermelon.org...everything from carving, how to select, and recipes, even desserts.
September, 2008
White Potatoes...Nothing
better than potatoes anyway you prepare them--baked, fried, boiled,
mashed, roasted. Especially good for potato salad--great dish for
cookouts and picnics.
Potatoes are
excellent source of carbohydrates, the body's best energy source.
Excellent source of vitamin C to help boost your immune system.
Potatoes have about 620 mg of potassium--that is more than a banana.
Potassium helps attain optimal muscle performance. Also good
source of iron, which is essential in helping the body convert food to
energy.
Potatoes contain no
fat or cholesterol and a minute amount of sodium. A six-ounce
potato contains 3 grams of protein, almost as much as half a glass of
milk, making it a good foundation for a whole meal.
Please don't forget
about potato skins, which are an excellent source of fiber, about 3
grams of fiber per serving, which exceeds that of many whole grain
products,
All About Potatoes
Great information on
potatoes, varieties of potatoes, storage, preparation and much more!!
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