Health Value Of Foods

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• QWhat are healthy ways to eat vegetables?

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  A Jessica Crandall , Nutrition & Dietetics, answered on behalf of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

  Vegetables are a great source of vitamins and nutrients that aid in the overall health of your body. Fresh and frozen vegetables are both good choices. Some ways to enjoy them include:

  • Add a variety of fresh or frozen vegetables to a stir fry with lean protein and brown rice- try broccoli, red pepper, carrots, bok choy, edamame, green onion and bean sprouts
  • Roast a sheet of your favorite vegetables with olive oil, fresh herbs, garlic and a squeeze of lemon juice- try sweet potato chunks, Brussels sprouts and carrots
  • Make a fresh salad with your favorite greens and a variety of your favorite fresh vegetables- try kale or spinach with tomato, cucumber, red onion, cauliflower and avocado
  • Bulk up your pasta dishes with lots of fresh vegetables to cut down pasta portion size- sauté in olive oil or roast vegetables and add to pasta
  • Make a green smoothie with spinach or kale- add carrots, cucumber or cabbage with your milk and fruit of choice- throw in some flax seed meal for heart health

  The best healthy way to eat more vegetables is to bulk up your recipes with a variety of vegetables that your enjoy, and decrease the serving size of carbohydrates.

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• QAre some vegetables bad for my health?

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  A dotFIT answered

  No, other than how we may cook them, like French fries and onion rings. Our children at the dinner table may not think so but a diet high in vegetables has always been considered a key component to good health and staying slim. However, dietitians are becoming increasingly aware that the quantity consumed and the preparation technique can negate or even reverse some of the positive effects of eating vegetables. This means that if you’re adding to your vegetables other foods/dressings that are high in fat such as cheeses, creamy sauces, etc., this adds taste but unwanted calories that may affect weight control. Most people consider salads to be a healthy alternative at lunch but then proceed to drown the vegetables in high-calorie salad dressings. For people who suffer from Crohn’s disease or irritable bowel disease, vegetables, which are typically high in fiber, may exacerbate the condition. However, if you are healthy and free of digestive track disorders, most vegetables are high in fiber and vitamins and can be part of any well-balanced diet.

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• QWhy should I use different types of protein powders for strength training?

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  A Int'l Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) answered

  There is a good variety of protein powders on the market, including options for vegetarians, and so unless you have dietary restrictions or allergies, there are no good reasons to limit your protein shopping to just a single source. Every form of protein has a different amino-acid profile. So, in essence, the more types of protein you include on a day-to-day basis, the better your results will be. This is because you will be providing your body with a broader range of aminos, making certain that you don’t have a deficit in any particular amino acid, which may have a limiting effect on muscle and exercise recovery.
  
  Research shows that consuming a blend of proteins (soy, whey and casein) may help athletes and active individuals build muscle and recover faster. How is this possible? Soy, whey and casein are absorbed at different rates during digestion. The combination of these three proteins together results in an extended release of amino-acid delivery to your muscles, which is ideal for muscle growth.
• QWhat are the health benefits of cremini mushrooms?

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  A Dr. Pina LoGiudice, LAc, ND , Naturopathic Medicine, answered

  

  Cremini mushrooms have been used for centuries to boost immunity and fight off colds. In this video, naturopathic specialist Pina LoGiudice, ND, explains the healthy benefits of cremini mushrooms, how to find them, and how to cook with them.

  

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• QWhat are sources of whole grains?

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  A Judy Caplan , Nutrition & Dietetics, answered on behalf of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

  There are so many sources of whole grain. Here are some well-known ones: Amaranth, barley, buckwheat, oats, millet, bulgur, wild rice, brown rice, wheat berries, kasha, oat bran, and rye berries. Amaranth, quinoa and buckwheat actually belong to a different botanical family than wheat. But essentially all grains have a similar composition. A kernel is an edible seed that has three parts: the bran, endosperm, and germ.

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• QWhy should I include low-fat dairy products in my diet?

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  A Samantha Heller, RD , Nutrition & Dietetics, answered

  

  Low-fat dairy products contain nutrients like calcium, protein and vitamin D -- and they don't have a lot of saturated fat. Watch registered dietitian Samantha Heller explain the ideal type of dairy for your diet, as well as some non-dairy options.

  

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• QHow can I consume more lemons?

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  A Ms. Ashley Koff, RD , Nutrition & Dietetics, answered

  

  Lemons are an amazing way to keep bad bacteria at bay. When you make my LemonAID -- 8 ounces filtered water (heated), juice from half an organic lemon and 2-4 drops of stevia -- and consume it upon waking or before bed, you get the bacteria-fighting benefits of lemon juice that improve digestion and support your immune system.
   
  Additionally, when you make the same concoction but keep the water room temperature and omit the stevia, you get the easiest cleaner for your countertops and car steering wheel. The refreshing clean smell also has additional anti-stress benefits.

  
• QWhich steak cuts are the healthiest choices?

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  A HealthCorps answered

  Go for the sirloin or filet mignon as your “best and healthiest” cuts. You will probably save yourself about 200 to 1200 calories, depending on the portion size. Fattier cuts include rib eye, New York strip, T-bone, prime rib and Porterhouse cuts of steak. 
  
  Of course, grilled skinless chicken, fish or a vegetarian entrée will likely save you additional fat calories, or in the case of fish, offer you a heart healthy dose of omega-3 fatty acids, depending on the type of fish you choose. Some fishes are high in omega-6 fatty acids, and we typically get more than enough of that type of fat in our American diets.
• QWhat are the health benefits of fermented foods?

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  A Dr. Mehmet Oz, MD , Cardiology (Cardiovascular Disease), answered

  

  Fermented foods have been cultivated for centuries for their ability to clear out toxins, aid fat loss and boost your immune system. Dr. Oz explains how to get these superfoods into your diet!

  

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