This or That/ वौ और ये/అద ఇద - Brown Rice or Quinoa

By Mandy Oaklander http://www.prevention.com/whats-healthier-quinoa-or-brown-rice

This or That/ वौ और ये/అద ఇద

http://www.prevention.com/which-healthier-chia-seeds-or-flax-seeds

Tip Of The Day: Red Tomatoes VS Yellow Tomatoes

http://www.prevention.com/which-healthier-red-tomatoes-vs-yellow-tomatoes?cm_mmc=Facebook-_-Rodale-_-Food-_-AreYouMoreofaRedorYellowTomatoPerson

Part 2 - Kids Lunch Boxes

Day 1- Chicken, Noodle and Corn Soup, Nectarine and Cucumbers

Panini Sandwich

Day 2 - Panini Sandwich, Organic home cut Carrots, and Organic Grapes, A choice of small candy http://nutritionforasianindians.blogspot.com/2013/07/spread-for-bread.html

 Day 3 - Black Channa Soup or Black Bean and Avocado Salad, Choice of Fruit, Store bought Blue berry Muffin

http://www.veginspirations.com/2013/09/black-bean-salad-with-avocado.html

Arsenic in Drinking Water

"Arsenic is a semi-metal element in the periodic table. It is odorless and tasteless. It enters drinking water supplies from natural deposits in the earth or from agricultural and industrial practices. Arsenic occurs naturally in rocks and soil, water, air, and plants and animals. It can be further released into the environment through natural activities such as volcanic action, erosion of rocks and forest fires, or through human actions"http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/rulesregs/sdwa/arsenic/Basic-Information.cfm.

 Symptoms 
"Non-cancer effects can include thickening and discoloration of the skin, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting; diarrhea; numbness in hands and feet; partial paralysis; and blindness. Arsenic has been linked to cancer of the bladder, lungs, skin, kidney, nasal passages, liver, and prostate". http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/rulesregs/sdwa/arsenic/index.cfm
 "Arsenic also interferes with the normal function of immune cells. It damages lung cells and causes inflammation of cells in the heart.
"The baby with the runny nose, the infant with a stubborn cough — respiratory infections in small children are a familiar family travail. Now scientists suspect that these ailments — and many others far more severe — may be linked in part to a toxic element common in drinking water".  http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/09/20/the-arsenic-in-our-drinking-water/?ref=health&_r=0


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Part 1 -Pasta and Noodle Lunchbox Roundup from tribecanutrition

Buckwheat noodles with green beans and soya sauce, Tomatoes and organic grapes, Apple cider Dought nut (storebought

Buck wheat noodles w/Asparagus, stirfried tofu and carrots, Strawberries, Tomatoes and Mangoes, Waffles

Click  http://tribecanutrition.com/2013/09/pasta-and-noodle-lunchbox-roundup/

My recommendations:http://foodbabe.com/2013/08/15/healthiest-pastas/

* Buckwheat noodles w/ green beans                          * Buckwheat noodles w/ stir fried asparagus
and soy sauce                                                                      * Stir-fried carrots and tofu
* Fresh market tomatoes and organic grapes            * Strawberries, tomatoes, and mango
* Apple cider doughnut from the market                      * Waffles
- See more at: http://tribecanutrition.com/2013/09/pasta-and-noodle-lunchbox-roundup/#sthash.snCVAFmG.dpuf

* Buckwheat noodles w/ green beans                          * Buckwheat noodles w/ stir fried asparagus
and soy sauce                                                                      * Stir-fried carrots and tofu
* Fresh market tomatoes and organic grapes            * Strawberries, tomatoes, and mango
* Apple cider doughnut from the market                      * Waffles
- See more at: http://tribecanutrition.com/2013/09/pasta-and-noodle-lunchbox-roundup/#sthash.snCVAFmG.dpuf

In general, whole wheat pastas have a higher protein and fiber count than regular, white pasta.  Whole wheat pastas are also a better source of nutrients such as selenium, potassium, and magnesium.  Besides, there is a growing body of scientific evidence correlating whole grain consumption in children with chronic disease prevention later in life.  As with other nutritious foods, introducing whole grains when children are young can help build life long healthy eating behaviors.
I use buckwheat (soba) pasta a lot in my daughters’ lunchboxes.  It is a great way to introduce more variety and also boost nutrition. Buckwheat pasta is also a good source of nutrients like manganese, lean protein, carbohydrates, and thiamine.  Since buckwheat does not contain gluten, buckwheat noodles are a good choice for people following a gluten-free diet (such as those with celiac disease) or individuals with gluten allergies. If you can find 100% buckwheat noodles, definitely give them a try. Although it may be easier to make the transition to a rather strong nutty flavor of backwheat gradual by introducing your kids to mixed wheat-bauckwheat noodles first.

Here are 10 pasta and noodle lunchboxes (including pictures and ingredients) I have made for my daughters in the past.

- See more at: http://tribecanutrition.com/2013/09/pasta-and-noodle-lunchbox-roundup/#sthash.snCVAFmG.dpuf

Tip Of The Day

"Research shows that fatigue during exercise can be related to low levels of water and stored carbohydrates. Since we use carbohydrates as energy during exercise (including many forms of resistance training), we need to replenish these storage depots after a workout. This will assist weight trainers but is especially important for people who do a lot of aerobic exercise (more than 60 minutes)".

Continue Reading ..http://myhealthyfriends.blogspot.com/2013/09/what-to-eat-before-and-after-workouts.html

Lean Cuisine Frozen Meals

"Some say ignorance is bliss, considering all the alarming information there is to know about food these days and products to watch out for. But let me ask you, do you call living with chronic illnesses (asthma, allergies, endometriosis, and eczema) and being on several prescription drugs in your 20’s, bliss?100% All Natural Products Can Be Chock Full Of GMOs"

" Lean Cuisine responded on their facebook page, and confirmed once again they have genetically modified ingredients in their products labeled 100% all natural. Check out their latest status - and make sure to leave a comment https://www.facebook.com/LeanCuisine
Read and watch the full investigation here:...http://foodbabe.com/2013/09/19/100-all-natural-products-can-be-chock full-of-gmos/ 

And Castoreum (or beaver butt) is just one of the ingredients that could be called a “natural flavor.” But there are many other things called “natural flavors” that could be lurking in your food. We’ll never know what they are because the food companies won’t tell us as they consider this information proprietary.  

Continue Reading.....http://foodbabe.com/2013/09/09/food-babe-tv-do-you-eat-beaver-butt/

 

 

False Claims In India

"When contacted by Mail Today, officials from various companies like Kellogg's, Glaxo SmithKline that manufactures Horlicks and Nestle which makes Maggi declined to comment immediately.

However, the officials were aware of the show-cause notices issued to their firms by FSSAI. Chandra Bhushan, deputy director of the Centre for Science and Environment(CSE), said, "Only notices have issued but no action has been taken. Still, it's good that notices have been issued."

continue reading http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/food-regulator-begins-prosecution-of-leading-health-products-india-today/1/235136.html

Mushrooms: Taste of the Earth from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

 Types Of Mushrooms, The Health Benefits, And Culinary Uses of Mushrooms:

"Healthy, versatile mushrooms are an excellent addition to your plate. Mushrooms impart a fifth taste sense called umami, which is savory. Hearty meat-like mushrooms are an economical and nutritious way to enhance any meal.
Mushrooms are low in calories (one cup of raw sliced mushrooms has about 20 calories) and high in vitamins and minerals. A source of potassium, mushrooms can provide selenium and copper, depending on the variety. They have three B-complex vitamins: riboflavin, niacin and pantothenic acid, which help release energy from the fat, protein and carbohydrates in food.
Mushrooms also can be excellent sources of vitamin D if they have been exposed to ultraviolet light right before or after harvesting. Mushrooms provide plenty of opportunity in the kitchen. This is one vegetable you're better off cooking as it releases more of the nutrients. Try grilling, stir-frying and sauteing to limit fat".


continue reading.... Mushrooms: Taste of the Earth from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Body Fat Distribution - Men Vs Women

Women have to work HARDER than men to lose weight and get fit

Look at the body fat distribution girls, why women why not men?

Percentage of Total body weight-

Body Component           Men           Women

Protein                          17.0              8.5

Fat                                13.5             22.0

Carbohydrate               1.5               1.5
Water                            62.0              62.0
Minerals                        6.0                 6.0

Total                             100.0            100.0     

• Women have to do about 20% more exercise to get the same benefits
• And while exercise alone might be enough for men to lose weight, women also have to look at their diet to get the same results
• Experts say body composition such as muscle mass and hormones to blame:-((

Source : http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2267714/Its-harder-WOMEN-lose-weight-men.html

References : Nutrition and Dietetics with Indian case Studies by Shubhagani A Joshi, Third edition - Pg 17

hype in repositioning Horlicks in India - Moneylife

 ..."macronutrients (fat+protein+carbohydrate) together constitute 11.3% in cow’s milk and 15.8% in buffalo milk.  If micronutrients are the only criterion, then it is better to consume a rational multivitamin formulation with a glass of 200 ml of cow or buffalo milk. Even if you consider macronutrient groups, Horlicks formulation does not enhance the macronutrient profile of milk by much. As a matter of fact, consuming buffalo milk with fortified multivitamin capsule works out even better both in terms of cost-effectiveness and micronutrient requirements than with added Horlicks. Further, if flavor is a consideration then one can easily add readily available flavors to just plain milk whether buffalo or cow to suit one’s taste" Article by Dr Arvind Shenoy is an MSc (Organic Chemistry) and PhD in Biochemistry from UDCT, Mumbai. He has 43 years of experience in the analysis, R&D and marketing of foods, organic and inorganic chemicals, plastics, rubber, paper, textiles, waxes, leather, pharmaceuticals, etc. Dr Shenoy, the researcher of consumer products is also Chairman of Centre for Sustainable Development, Mumbai.)
Continue Reading.....GlaxoSmithKline's manipulative hype in repositioning Horlicks in India - Moneylife

Grilled Salmon-

When it comes to sea food my kids has their own favorites. I do my best to offer a wide variety of sea foods, but there are some they request often..one of my kid top requested food is grilled Salmon.

Recipe of the day : Grilled Salmon (High In Omega-3 fatty acids).

Ingredients:

1 Medium Salmon fillet
1 Tsp Red Chilly Powder
1/2 Tsp Salt
1 Tsp Ginger Garlic paste
1/4 Tsp Turmeric Powder
1 Tsp Lemon Juice
1 Tsp Oil (optional)

Method:
1. Rub the spices to Salmon Fillet and refrigerate for 10min.
2. Drizzle oil (optional) on a grilled pan or non-stick pan and grill it.
3. Indulge the lightly seasoned Salmon fillet with steamed Bok Choy.
 

Chia Seeds - The Nutrient Power House

Chia Seed Health Benefits
by Stephanie B.
(Registered Dietitian, Food and Nutrition Marketing at Chosen Foods)

"Chia is a hot, recently rediscovered nutrient powerhouse. With double the fiber, double the protein, and over 500 mg more omega-3s than ground flax.

*According to research, chia can increase the fullness, decrease caloric intake. Drinking chia about twenty minutes before a meal causes the brain to send a hormonal trigger to the brain, signaling fullness."

"Whole-grain chia seeds are loaded omega-3 fatty acids, and they have among the highest antioxidant activity of any whole food -- even more than fresh blueberries. And they do good stuff for the body, like keeping blood pressure and blood sugar under control.”

"They are rich omega-3 fatty acids, carbohydrates, protein, fiber, antioxidants, and calcium. 

Chia seeds are an unprocessed, whole-grain food that can be absorbed by the body as seeds (unlike flaxseeds). One ounce (about 2 tablespoons) contains 139 calories, 4 grams of protein, 9 grams fat, 12 grams carbohydrates and 11 grams of fiber, plus vitamins and minerals".

Recommended Articles -

http://www.eatright.org/Public/content.aspx?id=6442472548#.UIBEGTmkWpI.facebook 

http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/top-10-health-benefits-chia-seeds-6962.html 

How to incorporate Chia Seed:

 Honey, Lemon + Chia Seeds

1. Locally grown honey fights allergies.
2. Honey is the secret ingredient for healthy skin.
3. Honey,lemon and weight loss are often associated.
4.Mix Locally grown; 1/2 tsp honey + 1tsp lemon +1/2 tsp soaked chia seeds. It is believed that drinking hot/ warm lemon juice with a little honey the first thing in the morning is an effective anti cellulite treatment as it helps to increase body metabolism. To avoid hassle early in the morning mix honey and lemon, store it in squeeze bottle and Refrigerate. 

 soak Chia seeds in water, it takes two minutes to swell up

My Favorite Chia Seed  Recipes 

Chia Vermicelli Kheer-

• Toasted Vermicelli/ Semiya – 3/4th Cup

• Grated Jaggery ( a traditional uncentrifuged sugar) or Organic Cane Sugar –  1/2 Cup ( adjust according to your sweet tooth)

• 2% Organic Milk – 2 Cup

• Organic Ghee – 1 tsp

• Toasted Almonds, and Raisins in 1tsp Ghee

• Cardamom Powder - A dash  

• 1 Tbs Chia Seeds

•  1 Tbs Rose Syrup (Optional)

Method:

• Add milk to a heavy bottomed pan and bring to boil.
• Add  Roasted Vermicelli to the boiled milk and let it cook for 4 minutes (Don't over cook Vermicelli).
• Lower the flame, add jaggery and mix till the jaggery melts.
• Mix up Chia seeds in the kheer.
• Garnish with Almonds, Raisins, a dash of rose syrup and Cardamom powder.
• For thin consistency add more milk.

Chia Seed Lemonade ( one of my daughter's favorite Drink)

• 12 oz cold, Trader Joe's Sparkling Natural Mineral Water

• 1 large lemon (it should produce about 3 tablespoons of juice)

• 2 teaspoons organic sugar or choice of sugar

• one teaspoon fresh chia seeds

Procedure:

-Pour Sparkling Water, lemon juice, sugar in a pitcher. Shake it.

-Add chia seeds, stir it and let it sit for 2 -5 minutes.

-Enjoy the healthy refresh drink.

 

My Recommendations- Chia Seed Fruit Salad:

http://foodbabe.com/2013/01/21/chia-seed-fruit-salad/ 

 

 

Make your own baby food-

 Difference between homemade versus store bought baby food

Article by Melinda Wenner Moyer

"Actually, let’s stay with this banana example a little longer, because it will help me illustrate the nutritional differences between homemade and store-bought baby foods. Each 71 gram serving of Gerber 1^st Foods Banana Purée contains 13 grams of sugar, 5 milligrams of sodium and less than 1 gram of fiber. 
But 71 grams of mashed-up banana contains only 8.7 grams of sugar (a teaspoon less), under 1 milligram of sodium, and 1.8 grams of fiber. 
And lest you think it’s just a brand problem, a 71 gram serving of Earth’s Best 1^st Bananas —you know, the brand that’s supposed to be more virtuous than Gerber—contains 12 grams of sugar, 1 gram of fiber, and even more sodium (20 milligrams)".

"The other issue worth mentioning is arsenic. Last year, Consumer Reports found that commercial infant rice cereal is laced with the naturally-occurring metal, which has been shown to cause chronic health problems including cancer. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration followed up with its own analysis, basically confirming the findings. The obvious question: Are babies being exposed to enough arsenic from rice cereal to pose problems?"

Continue Reading...http://www.slate.com/articles/double_x/the_kids/2013/09/homemade_versus_store_bought_baby_food_ 
your_kitchen_beats_the_jars.single.html#pagebreak_anchor_2

My Recommendation for all busy moms - find out how much  a 12 month old baby should be eating each day. Protein, Fat, Carbohydrates, Vit A, Vit C, Vit D, Iron and Clacium (Nutrient information is based on minimum intake for 12-month-old babies.)

Click - 
http://happyfamilybrands.com/world-of-happy/nutritional-resources/nutrient-intakes-and-best-sources/
 

Confirmed - Kraft Mac &Cheese

continue reading....http://foodbabe.com/2013/05/30/illegal-gmo-wheat-in-kraft-mac-cheese/


Brands To Avoid                   Brands to Include by Foodbabe.com

Kraft Macaroni & Cheese	Make your own or choose Annie’s Mac & Cheese
Kraft Cheese	Organic Valley or local
Kool-Aid	Just don’t do it.
Lunchables	Make your own! Check 100 Days of Real Food for Lunch Ideas
Maxwell House	Larry’s Beans or another organic coffee brand you like
Miracle Whip	Spectrum or Veganaise
Open Pit	Annies BBQ Sauce or make your own
Oscar Mayer	Applegate Farms
Philadelphia	Organic Valley, Trader Joes has organic cream cheese
Planters	Woodstock Farms
Sanka	Choose organic coffee always
Tang	Don’t do it! Consider adding some fresh OJ to your water instead
Tapatio	Choose an organic hot sauce
Tassimo Professional	Do not buy this coffee machine – choose breville or cusinart instead
Twist	Lakewood Juice
Velveeta	This stuff is gross, just don’t do it. Stick to real cheese – try Organic Valley
Yuban	Larry’s Beans or another organic coffee brand you like

Are you Craving ... Means You Are Missing Something!

FOOD CRAVINGS

Craving this:.........	Reason is:........................................	Restore with this:......................................................
COMMON FOOD
Cheese	Essential Fatty Acids deficiency	Omega 3's (EPA and DHA)- Flax oil, ground flaxseeds, chia seeds, walnuts
	Calcium deficiency	Sesame seeds/ tahini, broccoli, kale, legumes, mustard and turnip greens
Pasta, white bread, pastries	Chromium deficiency	Onion, romaine lettuce, tomato, cinnamon, grapes, apples, sweet potato
Bread and toast	Nitrogen deficiency	Foods containing proteins, i.e.. Green leafy veges, nuts, seeds, legumes, grains
Red meat	Iron deficiency	beans, legumes, unsulphured prunes, figs+ other dried fruit, seaweed, spinach, cherries, Vitamin C for iron absorption
Popcorn	Stress hormone fluctuations	Meditation, breathing exercises, exercise, leafy greens, vitamin B and C
Crisps	Chloride deficiency	celery, olives, tomato, kelp, Himalayan sea salt
	Essential Fatty Acids deficiency	Omega 3's (EPA and DHA)- Flax oil, ground flaxseeds, chia seeds, walnuts
FLAVOUR
Burned Food	Carbon deficiency	Fresh fruits
Acid foods	Magnesium deficiency	raw cacao nibs/beans/powder, Whole grains, beans, nuts, seeds, greens, fruit
Salty Foods	Chloride deficiency	celery, olives, tomato, kelp, Himalayan sea salt
	Stress hormone fluctuations	Meditation, breathing exercises, exercise, leafy greens, vitamin B and C
SWEETS
Chocolate	Magnesium deficiency	raw cacao nibs/beans/powder, Whole grains, beans, nuts, seeds, greens, fruit
Soda, fizzy drinks	Calcium deficiency	Sesame seeds/ tahini, broccoli, kale, legumes, mustard and turnip greens
General sweets	Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar)	fruit, high fibre foods (beans, legumes), complex carbs (grains), chromium (cinnamon)
	Tryptophan deficiency	spirulina, pumpkin/sesame/sunflower seeds, raw cacao, oatmeal, sweet potato, spinach, raisins
	Chromium deficiency	Onion, romaine lettuce, tomato, cinnamon, grapes, apples, sweet potato
	Sulphur deficiency	cruciferous vege (kale, cabbage, etc), cranberries, horseradish, asparagus, carob powder, garlic, onion
	Phosphorus deficiency	whole grains, pinto beans, pumpkin seeds, brazil nuts, lentils
STIMULANTS
Coffee or black tea	Sulphur deficiency	cruciferous vege (kale, cabbage, etc), cranberries, horseradish, asparagus, carob powder, garlic, onion
	Iron deficiency	beans, legumes, unsulphured prunes, figs+ other dried fruit, seaweed, spinach, cherries, Vitamin C for iron absorption
	NaCl (salt) deficiency	Himalayan sea salt, Apple Cider vinegar, kombucha
	Phosphorous deficiency	whole grains, pinto beans, pumpkin seeds, brazil nuts, lentils
Alcohol, recreational drugs	Calcium deficiency	Sesame seeds/ tahini, broccoli, kale, legumes, mustard and turnip greens
	Glutamine deficiency	Cabbage, beetroot, beans, spinach, parsley, vegetable juice
	Protein deficiency	Green leafy vegetable, nuts, seeds, legumes, grains, beans
	Potassium deficiency	citrus fruits, bitter green leafy veges, banana, tomato, pineapple, black olives, seaweeds
	Avenin deficiency	Oatmeal, granola
Tobacco	Silicon deficiency	horsetail herb, nuts, seeds, oats, millet, barley, onions, whole wheat, beetroot. Avoid refines starches
	Tyrosine deficiency	Fruits (esp. Avocado and banana), whole grains, oats, legumes, beans, nuts, seeds, Vitamin C, veges
EATING HABITS
Lack of appetite	Chloride deficiency	celery, olives, tomato, kelp, Himalayan sea salt
	Thiamine (Vitamin B1) deficiency	whole grains, peanuts, seeds, beans, green and yellow vegetables
	Niacin (Vitamin B3) deficiency	Peanuts, sunflower seeds, wheat bran and wheat germ
	Manganese deficiency	walnuts, almonds, pecans, whole grains, green leafy veges, pineapple, blueberries
Often overeating	Tryptophan deficiency	spirulina, pumpkin/sesame/sunflower seeds, raw cacao, oatmeal, sweet potato, spinach, raisins
	Tyrosine deficiency	Fruits (esp. Avocado and banana), whole grains, oats, legumes, beans, nuts, seeds, Vitamin C, veges
	Silicon deficiency	horsetail herb, nuts, seeds, oats, millet, barley, onions, whole wheat, beetroot. Avoid refines starches
Often snacky	No balanced diet, missing nutrients	Do a one week detox, substitute junk food for healthy meals
MORE BIZARRE
Crunching on ice	Iron deficiency	beans, legumes, unsulphured prunes, figs+ other dried fruit, seaweed, spinach, cherries, Vitamin C for iron absorption
Laundry starch	Iron deficiency	beans, legumes, unsulphured prunes, figs+ other dried fruit, seaweed, spinach, cherries, Vitamin C for iron absorption
Cigarette butts	Iron deficiency	beans, legumes, unsulphured prunes, figs+ other dried fruit, seaweed, spinach, cherries, Vitamin C for iron absorption

The article is by "Tanya Alekseeva is a Wellness Coach who specialises in Raw Food Nutrition and Detoxification options.  Tanya works with a variety of clients ranging from corporate organisations through to individuals and schools, to educate and ensure they achieve their most desired wellbeing and ultimate health objectives. She is the founder of Better Raw and Corporate Créme in London, travelling nationally and internationally to provide seminars, workshops, detox programs and one-to-one coaching. Tanya is also an author of various books available on http://www.betterraw.com/"

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