Did you know that steaming certain vegetables could increase their cholesterol lowering capabilities?
Beets, green beans, carrots, cauliflower and asparagus have been shown to help lower cholesterol even better when steamed.
Most important is eating vegetables in a way that you enjoy. Try them steamed, raw, roasted or grilled. Remember, the main goal is to aim for 5-a-day. Then try some different techniques to help increase their disease fighting capabilities.
Hope Danielson
Health & Wellness Advisor
Niemann Foods
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Monday, February 9, 2009
Powerhouse Beverages
So we know that antioxidants are good for our heart and health, but sometimes it's hard to figure out which fruits and vegetables have the highest amounts. Did you know that the most antioxidant-packed beverages that have been shown to provide heart health benefits include purple grape juice and pomegranate juice? Look for 100% concord grape juice like Welch's and 100% pomegranate juice such as POM. Some other healthy beverages include red wine, Acai juice, and tea.
Hope Danielson
Health & Wellness Advisor
Niemann Foods
Hope Danielson
Health & Wellness Advisor
Niemann Foods
Monday, February 2, 2009
Go For The 6!!!
Are you getting enough Omega-6 fatty acids in your diet? The American Heart Association urges Americans to make sure they get enough of this important fats in order to help prevent heart disease.
Omega-6 fatty acids usually don't get as much attention as Omega-3 fatty acids but are equally important. They can be found in vegetable oils, nuts and seeds. Both Omega 6 and Omega 3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fats. They are both beneficial at replacing saturated and trans fatty acids in the diet. Try to get 5-10% of your daily calories from these healthy fats.
Hope Danielson
Health and Wellness Advisor
Niemann Foods
Omega-6 fatty acids usually don't get as much attention as Omega-3 fatty acids but are equally important. They can be found in vegetable oils, nuts and seeds. Both Omega 6 and Omega 3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fats. They are both beneficial at replacing saturated and trans fatty acids in the diet. Try to get 5-10% of your daily calories from these healthy fats.
Hope Danielson
Health and Wellness Advisor
Niemann Foods
Go For The 6!!!
Are you getting enough Omega-6 fatty acids in your diet? The American Heart Association urges Americans to make sure they get enough of this important fats in order to help prevent heart disease.
Omega-6 fatty acids usually don't get as much attention as Omega-3 fatty acids but are equally important. They can be found in vegetable oils, nuts and seeds. Both Omega 6 and Omega 3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fats. They are both beneficial at replacing saturated and trans fatty acids in the diet. Try to get 5-10% of your daily calories from these healthy fats.
Hope Danielson
Health and Wellness Advisor
Niemann Foods
Omega-6 fatty acids usually don't get as much attention as Omega-3 fatty acids but are equally important. They can be found in vegetable oils, nuts and seeds. Both Omega 6 and Omega 3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fats. They are both beneficial at replacing saturated and trans fatty acids in the diet. Try to get 5-10% of your daily calories from these healthy fats.
Hope Danielson
Health and Wellness Advisor
Niemann Foods
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