Foods can actually harm our bodies. We recommend avoiding, whenever possible, white sugar and flour, sodas, foods with pesticides, dye, hormones and hydrogenated oils. Even insects have been found in strawberry & coffee drinks and some breakfast pastries. Remember if it has a long shelf life, it will probably give you a short shelf life!
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When I think of comfort food, macaroni and cheese is among my top three ranking in the carb comfort zone with deep-dish pizza and buckwheat pancakes.
Whether it’s the iconic blue Kraft box, complete with powdered orange cheese, or the trendy side dishes that seem to be on every menu, macaroni and cheese is an adaptable comfort food.
Tip of the Week: Butter vs. Margarine
In the debate over butter vs. margarine, we say ditch the sticks and tubs. Butter is made from animal fat so it contains cholesterol and high levels of fat, but some margarines are worse than butter. Generally speaking, the more solid the margarine, the more trans-fat it contains. Stick margarine usually has more fat than tubs. Our advice is to use heart-healthy olive oil in moderation.
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What do pretzels have to do with Catholic monks and the institution of marriage? A lot as it turns out.
Tip of the Week: Turmeric
Did you know that Tumeric and yoga poses such as Downward Facing Dog can help with your memory? Both help with circulation and postures like Downward Dog increases blood flow and oxygen to your brain. Here is the 411 on one of our favorite spices:
Turmeric gives some mustards their bright yellow color. Turmeric has been called “the spice of life.” In fact, scientists, believe that compounds found in the rootstalks of the turmeric plant may indeed be responsible for conferring some degree of protection against Alzheimer’s.
An extract from turmeric root, known as curcumin, has been studied for its ability to improve a variety of health ailments, including Alzheimer's disease. Curcumin is known to have antioxidant properties, meaning it might decrease inflammation and swelling. People of India, who use large amounts of turmeric in their diet, have the lowest rates of Alzheimer's in the world, according to the World Health Organization.
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Tip of the Week: Sugar
The recent news regarding sugar has been anything but sweet. The American Heart Association recommends that men should consume no more than 150 calories of added sugars a day. For women, it’s just 100 calories. That's less than the amount in just one can of soda, and most experts recommend you cut it out completely. Research links sugar and excess HFCS to Type 2 Diabetes, obesity, hypertension, high cholesterol, some cancers, and heart disease itself.
Researchers found that good fats are essential for your health, and that sugar is the actual culprit. Not only does it increase all the diseases I mentioned but it’s addicting.
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Tip of the Week: Easter and Passover Recovery
If you raided the Easter basket and really overindulged on Easter or Passover, remember to get right back on track today. Drink plenty of water, eat mostly vegetables, some fruit and lean protein like meat, fish or tofu. And, of course, move—exercise at least 30 minutes and include some weight-bearing exercises too.
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Whether you’re a vegan or someone who likes to smoke a hookah after dinner, Local Restaurant Week, running now through Sunday, April 1st, has something for just about everybody.
Tip of the Week: Chia seeds
Chia seeds are unprocessed, whole-grain foods that can be absorbed by the body as seeds. They contain a lot of vitamins, minerals, omega-3 fatty acids, carbohydrates, protein, fiber, antioxidants, and calcium! They have a mild nutty flavor of chia seeds makes them easy to add to foods and beverages. Sprinkle them on cereal, yogurt, vegetables rice or quinoa dishes, or mix in protein shakes!
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Tip of the Week: Calcium
How do I know I’m getting enough calcium? Everyone (especially women) should have a bone density test, and make certain you eat lots of foods high in calcium: Dark leafy greens like spinach, kale, also broccoli, Tofu, Soy, Fortified cereals, Enriched grains, nuts and seeds like almonds, sunflower and sesame seeds. Pharmacist Dennis Galluzzo from Family Medial Pharmacy is doing a seminar on Bone health this Month – and it’s free and open to the public! It’s Thursday, March 29th, 10:30 am at the Amherst Senior Center 370 John James Audubon Parkway, Amherst. Call Family Medical Pharmacy for info, 568-0800.
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Fish, fried cardoons, peppers and eggs, pasta con sarde, fennel, fava beans, cannoli, sfinge, pizzeles, and so many more. Nothing says the feast of St. Joseph like the traditional foods that many of us celebrate on March 19th each year.
Tip of the Week: Awesome Abs
Awesome abs are not only made in the gym, they’re made in the kitchen! It takes cardio, abs and eating a low fat, low glycemic diet.
We recommend working your abs 3 days per week for 5 minutes and combining that with cardiovascular exercise 3 days per week, weight training on alternate days. And eat lots of veggies, lean protein, and limit the junk food, bad fats, white flour and sugar.
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A deep fried fish is about 350-500 calories and a ton of fat. We recommend you ask for broiled or grilled fish if you want to keep fit and lean!
Take charge of your menu selections and speak up when ordering at restaurants. With broiled or grilled fish, ask for a double vegetable and skip the potato, tartar sauce, and bread all together!
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