Cranberries are a bonafide superfood as the cranberry is one of the top foods scientifically proven to have health benefits. Cranberries are an excellent source of vitamin C, containing 20% of daily value in one cup. They also contain fiber and potent disease-fighting antioxidants, which can protect cells from free radicals-- unstable molecules that damage cells. Cranberries also contain bacteria-blocking compounds (tannins and anthocyonins in particular) that help acidify the urine and prevent E. coli-- the bacteria that causes infections-- from adhering to the urinary tract and bladder cells preventing urinary tract infections!
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Friday, November 16, 2012
SuperFood: Cranberries
Cranberries are a bonafide superfood as the cranberry is one of the top foods scientifically proven to have health benefits. Cranberries are an excellent source of vitamin C, containing 20% of daily value in one cup. They also contain fiber and potent disease-fighting antioxidants, which can protect cells from free radicals-- unstable molecules that damage cells. Cranberries also contain bacteria-blocking compounds (tannins and anthocyonins in particular) that help acidify the urine and prevent E. coli-- the bacteria that causes infections-- from adhering to the urinary tract and bladder cells preventing urinary tract infections!
Monday, November 12, 2012
Nutrient Brief: Powerful Pecans
No matter how you pronounce it, pecans are another “nut”ritional powerhouse. Pecans are the only tree nut native to America, cultivated mostly in the south and central parts of the country. Thus, they have become a staple in many southern recipes. Steer clear of the pecan pie though—one traditional slice can contain 500 calories or more!
Stick with fresh or roasted pecans, with as little added sodium or sugar as possible. As with other nuts, while nutritionally dense, pecans are also calorically dense due to the high percentage of fat per serving (about 195 calories per one ounce serving) so enjoy in moderation and always be aware of portion size.
Some of the benefits include:
*High antioxidant content has been shown to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease, cancer, and quite possibly some neurological diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
*Great source of mono and polyunsaturated fat which contributes to a lowering of LDL “bad cholesterol” and raising of HDL “good cholesterol”.
*A one ounce serving contains more than half the daily recommended serving of the mineral manganese, as well as calcium, zinc and phosphorus on the mineral side and vitamins A, E, and several types of B vitamins.
*Nuts make a great on the go snack either alone or paired with fresh or dried fruit—just portion out small containers so you have some handy to take with you wherever your winter travels lead!
written by:
Katie Jensen, CSCSPsychology, B.S.
NPTI Graduate
Monday, October 8, 2012
October Nutrition Tip of Week: 2. Eat baked apples for dessert
It’s
apple season so why not bake some up for dessert? Nothing could be simpler than
coring an apple, adding a little water, a sweetener and maybe some raisins and
chopped pecans or walnuts and baking in a hot oven. The best “baking apples”
are: Rome Beauty, Golden delicious, Honeycrisp and Jonagold.
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Stuffed Baked Apples Recipe
Go organic when possible!
Click it- Go local and pick some of your own!
Stuffed Baked Apples Recipe
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