A Guide To Fall Food

It's hard to say goodbye to the fresh flavors of summer, but autumn ushers in a wealth of healthy and tasty seasonal foods as well. Here is a look at what's in season as well as a breakdown of nutritional benefits and tasty ways to prepare fall's produce. 

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What's Really Making you Fat

Imagine that it's time for breakfast. You have two choices: A plate of bacon and eggs or a bagel and low-fat cream cheese. Both are tempting decisions, but which one will make you fatter? Source: http://blog....ng-you-fat

Holidays To Remember: National Diet Month in January / National Nutrition Month in March / World Health Day is April 7 /

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Healthy Snacks: Quick Tips For Parents

This article "Healthy Snacks: Quick Tips for Parents" will cover healthy snack ideas and about setting the rules. This post is in honor of National Snack Month which is celebrated in February.

Healing Powers of Eating Cherries

Cherries boast a laundry list of healing powers. For starters, they pack a powerful nutritional punch for a relatively low calorie count. They’re also packed with substances that help fight inflammation and cancer. As if that weren’t enough, in lab studies, quercetin and ellagic acid, two compounds contained in cherries, have been shown to inhibit the growth of tumors and even cause cancer cells to commit suicide — without damaging healthy cells.

This Article: Healing Powers of Eating Cherries... is posted in honor of: *National Cherry Month and *National Cancer Prevention month celebrated in February. *National Nutrition Month celebrated in March. *Gout Awareness Day celebrated May 22. and *National Arthritis Month celebrated in May. *Cherry Pie Day celebrated February 20. 

The benefits of Cherries are

• Cherries also have antiviral and antibacterial properties.
• Anthocyanin, another compound in cherries, is credited with lowering the uric acid levels in the blood, thereby reducing a common cause of gout.
• Cancer : In laboratory studies, the anthocyanins in Cherries are seen to inhibit the growth of cancer cells and stimulate their self-destruction, without affecting the healthy cells. Lab studies have also shown that the dietary fiber in cherries reduces cells’ exposure to cancer-causing substances, and healthy gut bacteria use the dietary fiber to produce short-chain fatty acids that protect colon cells from cancer. (Colon Cancer) Researchers have suggested that anthocyanins in cherries may reduce your risk of colon cancer, and that cherries may shut down the growth of cancer cells by depriving them of the proteins they need to grow. However, more research is required to validate the impact of cherry consumption in particular on cancer risk in humans. And as it may suggest, cherries may not be helpful in all types of cancers..
  
• Preventing cancer : Source of Cyanidin.
• Pain and Inflammation : Strong evidence from several studies has revealed that the anthocyanin compounds in Cherries offer powerful relief against pain and inflammation, with their strong antioxidant effects that counter oxidative stress following an inflammatory insult.
• Regular consumption may help lower risk of Heart Attacks and stroke.
• Less fat storage in the liver
• Lower blood sugar : reduce your chance of developing diabetes.
• lowers cholesterol and triglycerides : reduce your chance of developing heart disease.
• fight insomnia and slow down aging process.
• In Chinese medicine, cherries are routinely used as a remedy for gout, arthritis, and rheumatism (as well as anemia, due to their high iron content). Plus they’re delicious.

Medical Disclaimer

This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice. Always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any treatment or dietary changes.

Special Precautions of Cherries

• Coumarin should not be taken while using anticoagulants.

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7 Health Benefits of Bananas

Banana’s health benefits make bananas one of the most nutritious fruits in the world, and the fact that pleasant taste of bananas all the more popular. Bananas contain three natural sugars, sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with a fiber, a banana gives a sustained and substantial boost of energy. Research has proven that just 2 bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90 minute workout Bananas can also help us to overcome or prevent a number of illnesses and conditions such as depression, stroke, cancer, anemia and ulcers, making bananas a must to add to our daily diet. Source: http://www.f...anana.html

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How To Build A Cancer Fighting Salad

Want to help your body fight cancer? The foods you put in your salad can help. Use this chart to build a cancer-fighting salad.

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Foods For Bad Mood

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Essential Vitamins and Minerals

Vitamins and minerals play an important role in maintaining our health. Vitamins are organic substances (made by plants or animals) and minerals are inorganic elements that come from the earth. We absorb vitamins and minerals from the plants we eat and need them to grow and develop healthily. The best way to get the proper amount of nutrients is through a well-balanced diet. Here is a breakdown of the most essential vitamins and minerals, how to identify a deficiency, and a natural diet source. 

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Can Chocolate Really Be Good For You

There are very few people that don't adore chocolate, but with conflicting messages about whether it is good for you, it is difficult to know whether we should indulge or avoid. This infographic helps to put to bed any misconceptions about chocolate and justify why a daily dose of chocolate really is good for you. Source: http://www.v...-good.html

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Flax Seeds and Nutrition

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Since this month is National Nutrition Month (March) I've been trying to read up on the Buzz about Flax Seeds in health, healing and nutrition. I just had to pass this on to everyone because the finding for healing the body of certain cancers and other aliments is astounding. Not just in humans either. In cats and dogs as well!! Ground Flax Seed is a source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein, magnesium, iron, potassiym, and ugnans!!! The photo you see here is of whole flax seeds but you can buy it whole, ground flax meal, bottled flax oil, or gel-caps. And... you can cook with it too! Breads and crackers are very popular! Sprinkled on oatmeal and salads are popular! Blended in yogart and cottage cheese is VERY popular! Possible medical benefits Flax seeds contain high levels of lignans and Omega-3 fatty acids. Lignans may benefit the heart, possess anti-cancer properties and studies performed on mice found reduced growth in specific types of tumours. Not just in mice though, in humans, dogs and cats. Initial studies suggest that flaxseed taken in the diet may benefit individuals with certain types of breast and prostate cancers. Flax may also lessen the severity of diabetes by stabilizing blood-sugar levels. There is some support for the use of flax seed as a laxative due to its dietary fiber content. Articles support the use of it for weight loss as well. Flax seed oil can be taken daily for Nutrition and good health. 

Flax Seed is known as "Life Giving Oils" Information is key! Everybody please google "flax seeds" and read up on this. The results of this is shocking. 

Articles http://www.shirleys-wellness-cafe.com/flaxoilpreg.htm#oilpulling http://www.budwigflax.com/Articles/Dr%20Budwig.htm http://www.cancertutor.com/Cancer/Budwig.html http://www.healingdaily.com/detoxification-diet/flaxseed.htm http://home.online.no/~dusan/diseases/cancer/cancer_dr_budwig.html http://www.healingcancernaturally.com/pet-cancer-cure-testimonials.html 

Youtube Videos Budwig Flaxseed Oil & Cottage Cheese Recipe (FOCC) FOCC - The Introductory Recipe (Budwig's Oil Protein Diet) The Story of Flax 

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What is the Great American Meatout Day?

It's the world's largest and oldest annual grassroots diet education campaign that's held on or around the first day of Spring. Supporters try to educate communities about healthy eating by asking everyone to "kick the meat habit (at least for a day) and explore wholesome foods such as fruits, veggies and whole grains.

Informative and educational Meatout events will be held all across the US and in many other countries. Activities will include colorful 'lifestivals,' street theater, lectures, public dinners, cooking demos, food samplings, leafleting, information tables called 'steakouts,' and a Congressional Reception in Washington, DC. You can read more about it at the meatout website.
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Well this sounds like some fun festivals to go to but...... could I kick the no meat thing personally??? Ummm..... NOPE! (Thinking) Maybe for one day. I'm a true meat and potato eater myself and so is Stephen but I think we could support the cause by going to one of their events and enjoying some cool and refreshing fruit salad I think. I do love fruit salad especially if it's made with whipped cream. Learning about better health is always a good thing and it never hurts to learn more about better nutrition. Happy Great American Meatout Day everyone.