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Posted on 07.25.06 by Administrator @ 7:05 am
If you’ve been following the news recently then you’ll know that there’s been a lot of publicity about the humble pomegranate. Experts are now recommending a daily glass of this delcious fruit juice for many reasons. Recent research has shown that pomegranate juice contains powerful antioxidants and polyphenols (yes, they’re saying that it’s even better than red wine or tea!) and can therefore be useful in lowering cholesterol levels. The antioxidant chemicals in pomegranate juice may also have cancer-preventing benefits and these seem to be particularly interesting in relation to prostate cancer in men. It works against prostate cancer cells in lab dishes and researchers also reported that prostate tumors shrank in mice who drank pomegranate juice. Filed under: Nutritional tips Comments: None |
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Posted on 06.18.05 by Administrator @ 4:38 pm
You’ve probably heard in recent years that drinking a small amount of red wine is good for preventing heart disease. Well, the active ingredient is called resveratrol and Japanese studies showed that it could prevent artherosclerosis in animals. The good news is that red grape juice is as effective as red wine because it also contains resveratrol. Eating grapes of all colours is good for your health for other reasons too. They contain the cancer-busting compnent called ellagic acid, and they also contain boron which may help prevent osteoporosis. All that, combined with the fact that grapes are delicious, makes them a really healthy, tasty choice! Filed under: Nutritional tips Comments: None |
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Posted on 06.01.05 by Administrator @ 11:06 pm
I first came across kohlrabi when I was living in Germany - I hadn’t tasted it before then, but found it absolutely delicious. It’s a cross between a cabbage and a turnip and is a lovely crunchy raw vegetable. It also is very tasty cooked - just remember to peel the larger older roots as the skinis a bit tough. As for the nutritional content, the kohlrabi is a member of the cruciferous family and is therefore full of potential cancer-fighting properties (like broccoli and other cabbages). It also contains a large amount of vitamin C and vitamin E. I often buy kohlrabi, peel them and slice them up and munch them while watching a film - a very healthy substitute for crisps! Filed under: Nutritional tips Comments: None |
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Posted on 05.26.05 by Administrator @ 4:36 pm
Have you ever tasted barley? A lot of people haven’t and they’re missing out a real treat. It’s so tasty, and incredibly healthy too! You see, it’s full of soluble fibre which has a good effect on blood cholesterol levels. Tests have shown that people who follow a high-barley diet benefit from a lowering of their cholesterol levels. Filed under: Nutritional tips Comments: None |
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Posted on 05.19.05 by Administrator @ 1:05 am
Onions should be near the top of your list of healthy foods and today I’m going to tell you why: onions belong to the genus Allium (which includes garlic and leeks too, among about 500 other plants) and the Allium vegetables have been shown to lower the incidence of stomach cancer in people who eat large amounts of them. Onions also have a good effect on cholesterol, raising HDL levels in people who eat an onion a day. You’ll notice that a lot of my recipes include an onion, and apart from being tasty, you now know why! Filed under: Nutritional tips Comments: None |
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Posted on 05.14.05 by Administrator @ 5:38 pm
Eating carrots could be even better for you than you think! Just one raw carrot contains more than 250% of the recommended daily allowance of beta-carotene. This is a powerful anti-oxidant that helps prevent premature aging and cancer. Carrots are also rich in a special type of soluble fibre which has been shown to reduce cholesterol. I eat a lot of carrots in salads - I just peel them and grate them, then serve them with my salad with a little olive oil and balsamic vinegar. They’re healthy and tasty too Filed under: Nutritional tips Comments: None |
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Posted on 05.05.05 by Administrator @ 4:08 pm
If you’re looking for a healthy snack then popcorn is the answer. You have to choose a “lite” variety, or better still, make your own in an air-popper, but the actual popcorn (as opposed to any coating or topping) is an extremely healthy snack. For flavour, add a low-sodium herbal seasoning or some yeast extract for extra nutritional value. Filed under: Nutritional tips Comments: None |
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Posted on 04.29.05 by Administrator @ 10:21 pm
Let’s talk about the poor old potato! It really is a very healthy food and, contrary to popular opinion, actually very low in fat and a good addition to any diet. They’re filling and satisfying as well as incredibly versatile - just check out some of my recipes Potatoes contain lots of vitamin C and impressive amounts of potassium. They are a good source of vitamin B6 as well as containing smaller amounts of the other B vitamins. And to top it all, they are an excellent source of fibre! Just remember to top your baked potatoes with healthy low-fat options such as yogurt, tuna, low-fat cottage cheese and vegetables instead of butter, margarine, sour cream or high-fat cheese. And if you can’t buy organic potatoes, give the skins a miss as they are invariably sprayed with toxic chemicals. Filed under: Nutritional tips Comments: None |
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Posted on 04.27.05 by Administrator @ 3:27 pm
I thought I’d include a little information about the powers of the mighty lentil. Not only are they cheap and easy to prepare, but they are also a nutritional heavy-weight. They are high in protein, packed with both soluble and insoluble fibre, rich in folic acid and also contain a good amount of copper, potassium and iron. Lentils also contain compounds called phytates which are thought to help ward of cancerous changes in cells. Filed under: Nutritional tips Comments: None |
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Posted on 04.22.05 by Administrator @ 4:09 pm
As we all know, cherries are a delicious fruit and, being a fruit, are a healthy option as a snack, especially compared to many processed, high-fat, high-sugar and high-salt options in the shops these days. There is however, a lot more to the cherry than is first apparent. Researchers found that cherries contain a compound known as ellagic acid, which helps to neutralise carcinogens in the body. Cherries are therefore seen to be a fruit that actively helps prevent cancer. Choose organically grown fruits if you can, as these are not treated with harmful insecticides and fertilizers. Filed under: Nutritional tips Comments: None |
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