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Patients get equal survival benefit, even with less-than-perfect match, study finds
By Ed Edelson
HealthDay Reporter
FRIDAY, June 8 (HealthDay News) -- Transplanted blood cells from umbilical cords appear to give better results than the bone marrow transplants that have been standard for leukemia patients, a new study finds.
"From my point of view, it now demonstrates that cord blood can be considered a first-line therapy and not an afterthought," said lead researcher Dr. John E. Wagner, director of the bone marrow transplant program at the University of Minnesota.
His team published its findings in the June 9 issue of The Lancet.
One way to treat various leukemias is to wipe out the old blood cell system and replace it with a new one via transplant. This study of 785 children under 16 who got such transplants found essentially equal five-year survival rates for the 503 patients who underwent transplantation with umbilical cord blood and the 282 who got bone marrow transplants.
That held true even when the transplanted blood cord cells did not match the immunological system of the recipients, a mismatch that can lead to severe side effects or rejection of the transplant, Wagner said.
"With bone marrow, you have to match eight antigens," he said. "In cord blood, you need to look at only six, and only need four matches."
Indeed, five-year survival was identical for recipients of perfectly matched bone marrow and cord blood recipients with two mismatches, Wagner said. That matching flexibility could expand the field considerably, because right now bone marrow matches cannot be found for half of all leukemia patients who need transplants, he said.
"With cord blood you can find a match for most patients, where with marrow you cannot," Wagner said. "The take-home message is that when cord blood is so promising, it should have an impact on public policy."
And yet the system for extracting and storing cord blood cells still has many gaps, he said. For example, "there is no [cord] banking effort" in Wagner's home city of Minneapolis, he said.
Cord blood transplants, originally done only in children, now are performed routinely for adults with leukemia, Wagner added. "Of the 8,000 transplants done to date, half have been in adults," he said. "Our next study will be to look at the outcome in adults."
Other studies also are needed, Wagner said, including those that compare the cost of the two types of transplant. "There is no economic analysis comparing bone marrow and cord blood transplants," he said. "We also need to look at the quality of life."
The federal government is financing a major effort to expand cord blood banking, said Dr. Pablo Rubinstein, director of the New York Blood Bank, the first in this country to store cord blood. The center, which participated in this study, started cord blood banking back in 1993 and now collects 8,000 units a year. It currently has an inventory of 40,000 units. The New York Blood Bank has provided material for more than 2,500 transplants, Rubinstein said.
The system being financed by the federal government "will have a national point of access, where all transplant physicians can go to fulfill their needs," he said.
There also is commercial activity, with some for-profit organizations urging parents to pay to store cord blood from their children's births, Rubinstein said. However, such storage "is extremely unlikely to be useful," he said, since if a child is found to have a blood problem, physicians would hesitate to use cells that might well be the source of that problem.
More information
Find out more about cord blood storage at the National Marrow Donor program.
SOURCES: John E. Wagner, M.D., director, bone marrow transplant program, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis; Pablo Rubinstein, M.D., director, New York Blood Center, June 8, 2007, The Lancet
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The Menu for Ayurveda supported foods differs from constitution to constitution. But the generic menu to suit the summer season, across systems, is given below. It is a good idea to incorporate this kind of eating into one’s lifestyle. It helps to co-ordinate one’s inherent nature with what one’s diet. In most cases, it is the most natural way of eating, and also the healthiest.
By Kanika Goswami
Published: 4/27/2004
In Ayurveda, bitter foods are considered cooling foods, especially because they have a dry effect too. The pungency of bitter counteracts the moistening qualities of salty foods. Dark leafy veggies like Swedish bitters are good examples of cooling foods. Cold foods tend to calm the digestion. These include milk, coconut and dill while yogurt is given different qualities by different systems. In India it is considered to have heating properties while the same yogurt is thought to cool the body according to Tibetan medicine.
On a hot summer day, it would be a good idea to start the day with liquids. Juice or tea is almost standard breakfast fare, but a bowl of fresh fruits will also be a good help. If still hungry, one can go for breakfast or puffed rice. It is light, easy to digest and filling, especially with some finely chopped cucumbers thrown in.
According to Ayurveda, lunch is supposed to be the heaviest meal of the day because the body’s digestive capabilities are at its highest at that hour of the day. For lunch, one can try curried parsnips and carrots, unleavened bread of whole wheat or rye, or rice cakes and a tossed salad of lettuce and sprouts, with simple oil and vinegar or lemon juice dressing. In the evening, fresh bitter berries or any fresh fruit with cool mint tea would be a good idea.
Dinner can be time for Asparagus soufflé and rice, accompanied by summer squash with parsley and dill. The salad can also be replaced by bean sprouts, tossed with some lemon juice.
Before we have the recipes of the main dishes, here are some pointers.
A generous sprinkling of coriander (usually found in the Chinese produce section of supermarkets) as Chinese parsley, is very cooling on the food. Also, addition of fennel seeds makes digestibility of any food that much easier and cooler. Many dieticians consider cumin also cooling, but for many people, they are not.
Curried Parsnips and Carrots:
You need 6 medium sized parsnips, and 3 medium carrots, washed and diced...
For the seasoning, 2 tablespoons sunflower oil (even ghee would be fine), one teaspoon mustard seeds and half teaspoon turmeric powder, with a pinch of asafetida.
Keep a cup of water and about half a cup of plain yogurt ready.
For the spices, keep ready half teaspoon sea salt, a quarter teaspoon cinnamon, half a teaspoon curry powder and one teaspoon coriander powder.
If you have the taste for coconut, about one tablespoon of shredded garlic and about the same quantity of copped coriander leaves can be used as garnish.
Heat oil in a pan and add the black mustard seeds and asafetida. When the seeds start popping, add turmeric powder and a quarter cup of water, parsnips and carrots. Mix well and cover. Let it cook on slow heat for about 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Then add yogurt, some water and all the other spices. Cook over low heat for another 5 minutes. Garnish with coriander, and if you wish, coconut. This makes a tasty dish to be had with bread, rice or unleavened bread.
For a summer dinner, the main dish will be Asparagus Soufflé
For this dish you need one cup of milk (preferably soy milk or goat), three tablespoons unclarified butter and three tablespoons of whole wheat or barley flour. Keep ready four egg yolks and a pinch of cream of tartar also. These will be required to make the sauce.
Also keep ready about one cup of cooked asparagus and yolk of one egg.
For the seasoning, the spices required are half a teaspoon of sea salt, a quarter teaspoon of ground pepper.
The asparagus needs to be washed, chopped into inch long pieces and steamed for about 8 minutes.
Melt the fat in a skillet and slowly stir in the flour. Then add the milk, gradually stir it in. This is basically the same method as a regular white sauce. As t cooks, the sauce will thicken. Just as it boils, add the cooked asparagus and let it thicken a bit more. Reduce the heat and stir in the egg yolk. Them add the salt and pepper, and mix well. Remove from heat and cool.
In the meanwhile, beat together he egg whites with cream of tartar in a clean bowl (preferably metal). When the whites are stiff, fold gently into the asparagus sauce and pour into a deep baking dish. Sprinkle the top with crushed paprika and bake at 325 degrees for about 45 minutes.
Serve with rice or whole wheat bread.
The other dishes in the summer menu are basically tossed together salads with vinegar and oil or lime juice dressing and are really self explanatory. Sticking to this kind of a menu can help take care of a lot of heat related problems which the human body may suffer.
On a hot summer day, it would be a good idea to start the day with liquids. Juice or tea is almost standard breakfast fare, but a bowl of fresh fruits will also be a good help. If still hungry, one can go for breakfast or puffed rice. It is light, easy to digest and filling, especially with some finely chopped cucumbers thrown in.
According to Ayurveda, lunch is supposed to be the heaviest meal of the day because the body’s digestive capabilities are at its highest at that hour of the day. For lunch, one can try curried parsnips and carrots, unleavened bread of whole wheat or rye, or rice cakes and a tossed salad of lettuce and sprouts, with simple oil and vinegar or lemon juice dressing. In the evening, fresh bitter berries or any fresh fruit with cool mint tea would be a good idea.
Dinner can be time for Asparagus soufflé and rice, accompanied by summer squash with parsley and dill. The salad can also be replaced by bean sprouts, tossed with some lemon juice.
Before we have the recipes of the main dishes, here are some pointers.
A generous sprinkling of coriander (usually found in the Chinese produce section of supermarkets) as Chinese parsley, is very cooling on the food. Also, addition of fennel seeds makes digestibility of any food that much easier and cooler. Many dieticians consider cumin also cooling, but for many people, they are not.
Curried Parsnips and Carrots:
You need 6 medium sized parsnips, and 3 medium carrots, washed and diced...
For the seasoning, 2 tablespoons sunflower oil (even ghee would be fine), one teaspoon mustard seeds and half teaspoon turmeric powder, with a pinch of asafetida.
Keep a cup of water and about half a cup of plain yogurt ready.
For the spices, keep ready half teaspoon sea salt, a quarter teaspoon cinnamon, half a teaspoon curry powder and one teaspoon coriander powder.
If you have the taste for coconut, about one tablespoon of shredded garlic and about the same quantity of copped coriander leaves can be used as garnish.
Heat oil in a pan and add the black mustard seeds and asafetida. When the seeds start popping, add turmeric powder and a quarter cup of water, parsnips and carrots. Mix well and cover. Let it cook on slow heat for about 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Then add yogurt, some water and all the other spices. Cook over low heat for another 5 minutes. Garnish with coriander, and if you wish, coconut. This makes a tasty dish to be had with bread, rice or unleavened bread.
For a summer dinner, the main dish will be Asparagus Soufflé
For this dish you need one cup of milk (preferably soy milk or goat), three tablespoons unclarified butter and three tablespoons of whole wheat or barley flour. Keep ready four egg yolks and a pinch of cream of tartar also. These will be required to make the sauce.
Also keep ready about one cup of cooked asparagus and yolk of one egg.
For the seasoning, the spices required are half a teaspoon of sea salt, a quarter teaspoon of ground pepper.
The asparagus needs to be washed, chopped into inch long pieces and steamed for about 8 minutes.
Melt the fat in a skillet and slowly stir in the flour. Then add the milk, gradually stir it in. This is basically the same method as a regular white sauce. As t cooks, the sauce will thicken. Just as it boils, add the cooked asparagus and let it thicken a bit more. Reduce the heat and stir in the egg yolk. Them add the salt and pepper, and mix well. Remove from heat and cool.
In the meanwhile, beat together he egg whites with cream of tartar in a clean bowl (preferably metal). When the whites are stiff, fold gently into the asparagus sauce and pour into a deep baking dish. Sprinkle the top with crushed paprika and bake at 325 degrees for about 45 minutes.
Serve with rice or whole wheat bread.
The other dishes in the summer menu are basically tossed together salads with vinegar and oil or lime juice dressing and are really self explanatory. Sticking to this kind of a menu can help take care of a lot of heat related problems which the human body may suffer.
By Kanika Goswami
Published: 4/27/2004
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Teach your child the importance of a healthy routine. The day should always begin with a healthy breakfast. Help the child to understand why breakfast times are important for the day. You can make a chart of different recipes for breakfast and tell him/her gently about the importance of many vital ingredients for one’s body.Fruits and green vegetables are so important for a healthy diet. Your child should know why fruits score over packaged foods. You need to include fresh fruits during breakfast times or slip one in the lunchbox. Make it interesting by having fresh fruit juices or even fruit salads to break the monotony.
Children are not aware about many things that are very important for their growth. As parents, you must ensure your child has plenty of water and fluids during the day. Fluids should include fresh juices. Make sure your child carries a bottle of fresh juices to school.
Kids should know the importance of exercise at an early age itself. Teach kids few basic exercises that can be done at home. An exercise routine that incorporates walking or swimming can help children to manage these activities on a daily basis. As they grow up, these routines will naturally form a part of their life.
Kids should also be aware of hygiene-related issues. Youngsters should learn things such as the need to wash hands before and after meals. For young kids, you can simply use a singsong routine to get them into the process. Children will then surely make this a part of their routine once they understand the importance of personal hygiene.
Dental care should begin at an early age. Brushing teeth twice daily is needed to keep teeth looking healthy and clean. You can promise to read a bedtime story for a kid that does not really enjoy a brushing routine. Make it seem enjoyable rather than making the child feel punished.
As your child grows older, you can help your kid maintain a chart on foods to be avoided on a regular basis. It’s important the child knows that indulgence in foods high in sugar is fine once in a while. It should not be done on an everyday basis. Avoid being too stern if your kid wants to enjoy foods such as French fries and ice cream. Simply teach your child how to be smart and consume such foods only occasionally.
Your child may require a daily dose of vitamins if the diet does not include the required amount. Make sure you check with your doctor about the vitamin intake to give the right amount of doses. There are many vitamin tablets packed in attractive containers. Generally, kids believe they eat candy instead of medicines due to the innovatively packed products that are available these days. There can also be alternative ways to include food items in the diet, which are a rich source of vitamins. Your doctor would be the best judge to decide upon the diet plan.
Parents also need to make sure their children get the appropriate amount of sleep. The child needs a healthy balance of activities and play. Sometimes, children take a long time to fall asleep. You can read a bedtime story or simply speak to the child softly. This will help the child to fall asleep naturally. This health tip will help children to stay in good health and remain active during the day.
Children need plenty of love and care right from their early years. Along with loads of love, these health tips will help to keep your kid fit and smiling throughout the day!
By Kashmira Lad
Published: 12/30/2008
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Colon cancer is one of the worst diseases that people can face. Unlike any other type of problem, this type of cancer can’t really be predicted and it will only be detected when it’s too late.
There aren’t any symptoms which can warn you that you might have colon cancer and by the time a doctor confirms it, it will be hard if not impossible to get it cured. This disease will advance rapidly and solving it will only get harder.
This problem is quite common and it is considered to be one of the deadliest diseases. Doctors and specialists have tried their best to come up with a solution, but it won’t appear anytime soon. This is why everyone recommends prevention methods.
It has been demonstrated that people who have used a colon cleansing procedure in the past have lower chances of getting colon cancer. All you have to do is find the right treatment and you will get many benefits. Besides cancer prevention, you will start to feel a lot better, eliminate the toxins from your body and even lose weight.
Even if we can’t stop colon cancer from evolving, we can decrease its chances of appearing. All you have to do is start a colon cleansing treatment and enjoy the benefits. These days, treatments are gentle and they will make you feel a lot better.
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Colon cancer is one of the worst diseases that people can face. Unlike any other type of problem, this type of cancer can’t really be predicted and it will only be detected when it’s too late.
There aren’t any symptoms which can warn you that you might have colon cancer and by the time a doctor confirms it, it will be hard if not impossible to get it cured. This disease will advance rapidly and solving it will only get harder.
This problem is quite common and it is considered to be one of the deadliest diseases. Doctors and specialists have tried their best to come up with a solution, but it won’t appear anytime soon. This is why everyone recommends prevention methods.
It has been demonstrated that people who have used a colon cleansing procedure in the past have lower chances of getting colon cancer. All you have to do is find the right treatment and you will get many benefits. Besides cancer prevention, you will start to feel a lot better, eliminate the toxins from your body and even lose weight.
Even if we can’t stop colon cancer from evolving, we can decrease its chances of appearing. All you have to do is start a colon cleansing treatment and enjoy the benefits. These days, treatments are gentle and they will make you feel a lot better.
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•1:09 PM
Safety is very important in any situation, but especially when you want to start a treatment which can help you gain a healthy body and leave your old lifestyle behind. Many methods of losing weight and colon cleansing are also dangerous and present serious side effects. Luckily, Nature Cleanse is not one of them.
If you are looking to get more energy and drop a few pounds, you will surely be interested in what Nature Cleanse has to offer. The cleansing treatment works on everyone in the same way and you can be absolutely sure that only benefits will come as soon as you start taking the pills. Unlike any other method, you have no chance of feeling side effects.
This happens thanks to the perfect formula which was developed by a group of experts. The natural ingredients contained by Nature Cleanse will act gently on your entire body and not only you will get perfectly safe results, but you will surely start to look and feel better. Some treatments only work on certain persons, but this is not the case here. It won’t take more than two weeks until you will notice an important difference and this is why you shouldn’t back away because you are afraid of side effects.
It is true that many products are not safe these days, but Nature Cleanse is a complete treatment which won’t harm you in any way.
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Resveratrol Supreme is an anti aging supplement that contains high concentration of the extracts of Resveratrol, the new magic health drug on the horizon. Resveratrol that is rich in healthy antioxidants is also found in red wine. However if you don’t want to suffer the adverse effects of alcohol in wine, or if you are a teetotaler you can incorporate Resveratrol Supreme pills in your diet for obtaining Resveratrol health benefits.
This supplement is actually a blend of Resveratrol and grape seed extracts both of which are rich in antioxidant content. This makes the pills extremely beneficial to the human body.
The Resveratrol Supreme Supplement improves your energy levels drastically. This helps you to perform your daily activities better with more zeal. The product’s Resveratrol content provides you sound sleep so that you feel less groggy when you wake up in the morning. It gives you more mental clarity too.
The product can protect your liver and heart from disease and damage. It can also save you from diabetes and other obesity concomitant diseases. Resveratrol Supreme helps to defy aging and improve your body balance and co-ordination even when you grow older. Also it’s been well known to promote your longevity and immunity to diseases. The product also enhances your bone and eye health.
The company offers a 100% risk free trial. This product has been found to produce fast and more effective results as compared to other Resveratrol supplements. This product is indeed an excellent way to obtain the wonderful health advantages of Resveratrol.
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Pounds keep returning and it looks they are about to stay, despite the fact that they are uninvited guests? Seems like they won’t leave, no matter how hard you try? It’s time to turn the tables! It takes a bit of collaboration between you and your body, it might as well be hard at first, but, as they say, every path has its puddle.
Being overweight is just as bad as being ill. It needs careful treatment, but preventing a problem is always easier. You can avoid getting fat by simply paying attention to your eating habits, make some changes if needed, come up with plans that work for you. A few tips might help: food selection, timing of meals, food quality and nutrient density. Mind your groceries; choose ingredients that are low on sugar, fat, rich in proteins, fibers, vitamins and minerals. Set a strict frequency of meals and make sure of no stress when it’s time to eat. All of them together result healthy eating, which helps sustain a lower body weight. This system of course, will function a lot better if you get moving. ‘After dinner rest a while, after supper walk a mile.’- does that ring a bell?
As we all know, easier said than done. Usually, it’s too late, and if it is, additional measures have to be taken. Nutritionists will come up with a suitable diet included in a weight loss program that fits you. Sometimes diet pills are added to the regime. These can increase your metabolism, provide you more energy by burning calories or help you control your appetite, which is a number one issue when it comes to sticking to the diet. Diet pills should be taken under medical supervision due to their possible side effects. They are usually recommended for short-term use for they can contribute to the developing of certain diseases during the treatment. There are many kinds of pills on the market; some of them are elaborated in liquid form in order to provide faster absorption.
Anyway, you should look through some aspects such as your excess weight- how many pounds you have to lose in order to achieve an optimal weight, your lifestyle- what weight loss program would fit you best by working out for your time as well, possible diseases you are suffering from and other issues that might occur. Consider all your options and make sure your health is your number-one priority!
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10. Choose Your Parents Well
The link between genetics and health is a powerful one. But just because one or both of your parents died young in ill health doesn't mean you cannot counteract the genetic pool handed you. Thought for the day: Follow these basic tips for healthy living and you can better control your own destiny.
The link between genetics and health is a powerful one. But just because one or both of your parents died young in ill health doesn't mean you cannot counteract the genetic pool handed you. Thought for the day: Follow these basic tips for healthy living and you can better control your own destiny.
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9. Keep a Positive Mental Outlook
There's a definitive connection between living well and healthfully and having a cheerful outlook on life. Thought for the day: You can't be unhappy when you're smiling or singing.
There's a definitive connection between living well and healthfully and having a cheerful outlook on life. Thought for the day: You can't be unhappy when you're smiling or singing.
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8. Avoid Excessive Drinking
While recent studies show a glass of wine or one drink a day (two for men) can help protect against heart disease, more than that can cause other health problems such as liver and kidney disease and cancer. Thought for the day: A jug of wine should last a long time.
While recent studies show a glass of wine or one drink a day (two for men) can help protect against heart disease, more than that can cause other health problems such as liver and kidney disease and cancer. Thought for the day: A jug of wine should last a long time.
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7. Floss Your Teeth
Recent studies make a direct connection between longevity and teeth flossing. Nobody knows exactly why. Perhaps it's because people who floss tend to be more health conscious than people who don't? Thought for the day: Floss and be your body's boss.
Recent studies make a direct connection between longevity and teeth flossing. Nobody knows exactly why. Perhaps it's because people who floss tend to be more health conscious than people who don't? Thought for the day: Floss and be your body's boss.
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6. Wear Your Seat Belt
Statistics show that seat belts add to longevity and help alleviate potential injuries in car crashes. Thought for the day: Buckle down and buckle up.
Statistics show that seat belts add to longevity and help alleviate potential injuries in car crashes. Thought for the day: Buckle down and buckle up.
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5. Protect Yourself from Pollution
If you can't live in a smog-free environment, at least avoid smoke-filled rooms, high traffic areas, breathing in highway fumes and exercising near busy thoroughfares. Exercise outside when the smog rating is low. Exercise indoors in air conditioning when air quality is good. Plant lots of shrubbery in your yard. It's a good pollution and dirt from the street deterrent. Thought for the day: 'Smoke gets in your eyes'…and your mouth, and your nose and your lungs as do pollutants….hum the tune daily.
If you can't live in a smog-free environment, at least avoid smoke-filled rooms, high traffic areas, breathing in highway fumes and exercising near busy thoroughfares. Exercise outside when the smog rating is low. Exercise indoors in air conditioning when air quality is good. Plant lots of shrubbery in your yard. It's a good pollution and dirt from the street deterrent. Thought for the day: 'Smoke gets in your eyes'…and your mouth, and your nose and your lungs as do pollutants….hum the tune daily.
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4. Reduce Stress
Easier said than done, stress busters come in many forms. Some techniques recommended by experts are to think positive thoughts. Spend 30 minutes a day doing something you like. (i.e.,Soak in a hot tub; walk on the beach or in a park; read a good book; visit a friend; play with your dog; listen to soothing music; watch a funny movie. Get a massage, a facial or a haircut. Meditate. Count to ten before losing your temper or getting aggravated. Avoid difficult people when possible. Thought for the day: When seeing red, think pink clouds….then float on them.
Easier said than done, stress busters come in many forms. Some techniques recommended by experts are to think positive thoughts. Spend 30 minutes a day doing something you like. (i.e.,Soak in a hot tub; walk on the beach or in a park; read a good book; visit a friend; play with your dog; listen to soothing music; watch a funny movie. Get a massage, a facial or a haircut. Meditate. Count to ten before losing your temper or getting aggravated. Avoid difficult people when possible. Thought for the day: When seeing red, think pink clouds….then float on them.
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3. Quit Smoking
The jury is definitely in on this verdict. Ever since 1960 when the Surgeon General announced that smoking was harmful to your health, Americans have been reducing their use of tobacco products that kill. Just recently, we've seen a surge in smoking in adolescents and teens. Could it be the Hollywood influence? It seems the stars in every movie of late smoke cigarettes. Beware. Warn your children of the false romance or 'tough guy' stance of Hollywood smokers. Thought for the day: Give up just one cigarette…. the next one.
The jury is definitely in on this verdict. Ever since 1960 when the Surgeon General announced that smoking was harmful to your health, Americans have been reducing their use of tobacco products that kill. Just recently, we've seen a surge in smoking in adolescents and teens. Could it be the Hollywood influence? It seems the stars in every movie of late smoke cigarettes. Beware. Warn your children of the false romance or 'tough guy' stance of Hollywood smokers. Thought for the day: Give up just one cigarette…. the next one.
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2. Cut Fat
Avoid the obvious such as fried foods, burgers and other fatty meats (i.e. pork, bacon, ham, salami, ribs and sausage). Dairy products such as cheese, cottage cheese, milk and cream should be eaten in low fat versions. Nuts and sandwich meats, mayonnaise, margarine, butter and sauces should be eaten in limited amounts. Most are available in lower fat versions such as substitute butter, fat free cheeses and mayonnaise. Thought for the day: Lean, mean, fat-burning machine…. Then be one!
Avoid the obvious such as fried foods, burgers and other fatty meats (i.e. pork, bacon, ham, salami, ribs and sausage). Dairy products such as cheese, cottage cheese, milk and cream should be eaten in low fat versions. Nuts and sandwich meats, mayonnaise, margarine, butter and sauces should be eaten in limited amounts. Most are available in lower fat versions such as substitute butter, fat free cheeses and mayonnaise. Thought for the day: Lean, mean, fat-burning machine…. Then be one!
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1. Move More
Make it a daily challenge to find ways to move your body. Climb stairs if given a choice between that and escalators or elevators. Walk your dog; chase your kids; toss balls with friends, mow the lawn. Anything that moves your limbs is not only a fitness tool, it's a stress buster. Think 'move' in small increments of time. It doesn't have to be an hour in the gym or a 45-minute aerobic dance class or tai chi or kickboxing. But that's great when you're up to it. Meanwhile, move more. Thought for the day: Cha, Cha, Cha…. Then do it!
Make it a daily challenge to find ways to move your body. Climb stairs if given a choice between that and escalators or elevators. Walk your dog; chase your kids; toss balls with friends, mow the lawn. Anything that moves your limbs is not only a fitness tool, it's a stress buster. Think 'move' in small increments of time. It doesn't have to be an hour in the gym or a 45-minute aerobic dance class or tai chi or kickboxing. But that's great when you're up to it. Meanwhile, move more. Thought for the day: Cha, Cha, Cha…. Then do it!
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EatingWell Nutrition and Recipe Guidelines
A guide to the Health, Diet and Cooking Considerations used in developing and categorizing our recipes.
Diabetes Appropriate
- With carbohydrate servings and/or diabetic exchanges provided, a recipe may be considered diabetes appropriate as part of a daily meal plan.
- See our Diabetic Diet Recipe Collection
Healthy Weight
- Main dishes have 350 calories or less, 20 grams or less total fat and 5 grams or less saturated fat per serving.
- Soups, salads and side dishes have 250 calories or less, 10 grams or less total fat and 5 grams or less saturated fat per serving.
- Muffins, breads and desserts have 230 calories or less, 10 grams or less total fat, 5 grams or less saturated fat per serving.
- See our Healthy Diet Recipe Collection
Heart Healthy
- Main dishes have 5 grams or less saturated fat per serving.
- All other recipes have 2 grams or less saturated fat per serving.
- See our Heart Healthy Diet Recipe Collection
High Calcium
- Recipe provides 150 milligrams or more of calcium per serving.
High Fiber
- Recipe has 5 grams or more of fiber per serving.
- See our Healthy High-Fiber Recipe Collection
High Potassium
- Recipe provides 525 milligrams or more of potassium per serving.
Low Calorie
- Main dishes have 350 calories or less per serving.
- Sauces and dressings have 40 calories or less per serving when the serving size is 2 tablespoons or less.
- All other recipes have 250 calories or less per serving.
- See our Healthy Low Calorie Recipe Collection
Low Carbs
- Recipe has 22 grams or less of carbohydrates per serving.
- See our Healthy Low Carb Recipe Collection
Low Cholesterol
- Recipe has 60 milligrams or less of cholesterol per serving.
- See our Healthy Low Cholesterol Recipe Collection
Low Sat Fat
- Recipe has 5 grams or less of saturated fat per serving.
Low Sodium
- Main dishes have 480 milligrams or less per serving.
- All other recipes have 360 milligrams or less per serving.
- See our Healthy Low Sodium Recipe Collection
Nutrition Bonus
- These values—identical to those on food labels—are FDA benchmarks for adults eating 2,000 calories a day.
RECIPE GUIDELINES
Defining “Active Time” and “Total”:
Testers in the EatingWell Test Kitchen keep track of the time needed for each recipe.
- Active Time includes prep time (the time it takes to chop, dice, puree, mix, combine, etc. before cooking begins), but it also includes the time spent tending something on the stovetop, in the oven or on the grill—and getting it to the table. If you can’t walk away from it, we consider it active minutes.
- Total includes both active and inactive minutes and indicates the entire amount of time required for each recipe, start to finish.
- To Make Ahead gives storage instructions to help you plan. If Special Equipment is needed, we tell you that at the top of the recipe too.
Analysis Notes:
Each recipe is analyzed for calories, total fat, saturated (sat) and monounsaturated (mono) fat, cholesterol, carbohydrate, protein, fiber, sodium and potassium. (Numbers less than 0.5 are rounded down to 0; 0.5 to 0.9 are rounded up to 1.) We use Food Processor SQL software (ESHA Research) for analyses.
When a recipe states a measure of salt “or to taste,” we analyze the measured quantity. (Readers on sodium-restricted diets can reduce or eliminate the salt.) Recipes are tested with iodized table salt unless otherwise indicated. Kosher or sea salt is called for when the recipe will benefit from the unique texture or flavor. We assume that rinsing reduces the sodium in canned beans by 35%.
Butter is analyzed as unsalted. We do not include trimmings or marinade that is not absorbed. When alternative ingredients are listed, we analyze the first one suggested. Optional ingredients and garnishes are not analyzed. Portion sizes are consistent with healthy-eating guidelines.
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Fresh Summer Cocktails and MocktailsGrape Sparkler
Strained, pureed red grapes are the base for this sweet and tangy grape cocktail. If you have very sweet grapes, you might not need the full amount of honey. Taste as you go. For a special treat, freeze extra whole grapes ahead of time and float them in the drink along with the ice cubes. What You Get: Vitamin C, Potassium
Mocktail Variation: Fresh Grape Soda
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•2:12 AM
Fresh Summer Cocktails and MocktailsCran Razzy
To keep calories in check, we like to use seltzer along with juice in drinks like vodka and cranberry. This version gets a raspberry twist with cranberry-raspberry juice and raspberries for garnish. For the prettiest garnish, start with big, plump fresh raspberries and freeze them yourself. What You Get: Vitamin C, Potassium
Mocktail Variation: Sparkling Cran Razzy
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•2:10 AM
Fresh Summer Cocktails and MocktailsCherry Smash
Celebrate fresh cherries with this mint-infused cherry cocktail. Black cherry-flavored seltzer gives the drink the most cherry flavor, but plain seltzer also works well. What You Get: Vitamin C
Mocktail Variation: Cherry-Mint Spritzer
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•2:02 AM
Fresh Summer Cocktails and MocktailsYou can feel good about sipping these antioxidant-rich drinks—they’re made with fresh fruits and veggies.
Go beyond the gin and tonic this summer and mix up cocktails and mocktails with garden-fresh fruits and vegetables. Pick up rosemary and cucumbers to concoct a grown-up lemonade that will keep you cool on a hot day. Puree fresh tomatoes and jalapeños for a homemade Bloody Mary. Of course it’s a pleasure to drink these tasty tipples but it doesn’t hurt that they’re also packed with antioxidants. Here’s to summer!
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•1:52 AM
Take Our Poll: How well do you follow food safety rules?
Every year 76 million Americans get sick from food, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Nothing you can do will ever guarantee 100 percent protection against foodborne illness, but there are some simple precautions that help to reduce your risk. We came up with the “10 Commandments of Food Safety” based on the advice that we keep hearing again and again from food-safety experts. How well do you follow food-safety rules?
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•1:50 AM
To be Italian is to appreciate dark leafy vegetables, especially this earthily bitter brassica that pairs beautifully with bold ingredients like sausage, anchovy and hot pepper. Like other cabbage family members it’s a nutrition superstar, providing plenty of vitamin C, potassium, calcium and fiber as well as carotenoids and cancer-fighting indoles and isothiocyanates.
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•12:54 PM
We believe eating sensibly, combined with appropriate exercise, is the best solution for a balanced lifestyle. To help you further, we've provided here useful links to Pizza Hut nutritional information so you can make informed choices about what to eat.
Pizza can be part of a well-balanced meal. Ingredients in our pizzas include protein, complex carbohydrates, Vitamin A and calcium. And, depending on the toppings you choose, our pizzas have items from all of the four major food groups - meat, dairy, fruits and vegetables, and grains! So take a closer look within our menu for suggestions when counting calories and fat grams.
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•12:45 PM
One simple technique is the “Divide Your Plate” strategy:
Picture a dinner plate and divide it in half.
Fill one half with vegetables and divide the other half into two quarters.
Fill one quarter with lean protein, such as fish, skinless poultry, lean beef, beans or tofu.
Fill the other quarter with a grain-based or starchy side dish, preferably a whole grain like brown rice, whole-wheat pasta or a slice of whole-grain bread.
If you focus on making most of your meals look this way, you’ll automatically be following healthy eating guidelines and choosing appropriate portions—without having to pull out a calorie counter or a measuring cup every time.
Remember these 6 tips for eating well:
Select a variety of foods in sensible portions.
Consider no food either a magic bullet or a forbidden fruit.
Choose whole foods over processed ones as often as possible.
Embrace vegetables, fruits, beans and whole grains.
Include low-fat dairy products, fish and shellfish, lean meats and poultry.
Use herbs, spices and small amounts of olive oil and the other “healthy fats” to make food tastier, healthier and more satisfying.
Picture a dinner plate and divide it in half.
Fill one half with vegetables and divide the other half into two quarters.
Fill one quarter with lean protein, such as fish, skinless poultry, lean beef, beans or tofu.
Fill the other quarter with a grain-based or starchy side dish, preferably a whole grain like brown rice, whole-wheat pasta or a slice of whole-grain bread.
If you focus on making most of your meals look this way, you’ll automatically be following healthy eating guidelines and choosing appropriate portions—without having to pull out a calorie counter or a measuring cup every time.
Remember these 6 tips for eating well:
Select a variety of foods in sensible portions.
Consider no food either a magic bullet or a forbidden fruit.
Choose whole foods over processed ones as often as possible.
Embrace vegetables, fruits, beans and whole grains.
Include low-fat dairy products, fish and shellfish, lean meats and poultry.
Use herbs, spices and small amounts of olive oil and the other “healthy fats” to make food tastier, healthier and more satisfying.
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•12:44 PM
When you’re, say, painting your house, you make sure you have all the proper tools around first to make your job easier, right? Well, the same is true for healthy cooking. If you’re equipped with the proper tools—like a well-stocked pantry, some essential kitchen tools and equipment and a knowledge of basic cooking techniques—eating healthy is not only easy, but can be fun and relaxing as well. Our goal is to provide you with everything you need to know to get started on a lifelong pattern of healthy eating. We hope you’ll no longer find it intimidating—especially when you realize you can get dinner on the table quicker than the pizza guy can ring your doorbell.
Start off by “Avoiding the Take-Out Trap”
Although it seems quick and affordable to order take-out or pick up something premade from the grocery store, those foods are often loaded with calories, fats, sodium and added sweeteners. Cooking for yourself is about taking control of what you put in your body and making sure it’s healthy and nourishing. It not only offers a sense of accomplishment, it also allows you to prepare something healthy and tasty with the best and freshest ingredients for yourself and your family.
Start off by “Avoiding the Take-Out Trap”
Although it seems quick and affordable to order take-out or pick up something premade from the grocery store, those foods are often loaded with calories, fats, sodium and added sweeteners. Cooking for yourself is about taking control of what you put in your body and making sure it’s healthy and nourishing. It not only offers a sense of accomplishment, it also allows you to prepare something healthy and tasty with the best and freshest ingredients for yourself and your family.
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•12:28 PM
5 easy ways to get more fruits and vegetables in your diet.(By EatingWell)
Looking for ways to get your “5-a-day” (or more) of fruits and veggies? Here are some healthy choices:
Start dinner with a salad. Begin with a base of leafy greens, which supply plenty of folate, a B vitamin needed for the growth of healthy cells. The darker the greens, the better. Then add some colorful vegetables—tomatoes, carrots, green peppers. The more colors you can include, the greater the variety of phytochemicals you’ll benefit from.
Add blueberries to everything—cereal, yogurt, whole-wheat pancakes, even grain-based salads. Research shows that people who eat blue and purple fruits and vegetables, including blueberries but also plums, purple cabbage and purple grapes, have a reduced risk for high blood pressure and low HDL cholesterol (that’s the good kind). Scientists believe that anthocyanins, the compounds that give purple and blue foods their color, are responsible for these boons.
Go frozen. Don’t let sky-high produce prices keep you from filling up on veggies and fruits in the off season. Make your selection from the freezer section. Fruits and vegetables chosen for freezing tend to be processed at their peak ripeness, a time when—as a general rule—they are most nutrient-packed.
Eat the whole darn thing! A cup of fruit juice offers vitamins, minerals and other phytochemicals, but if you’re watching your weight, whole fruits are a smarter choice. They contain more fiber, which helps you feel full, and fewer calories. For example, one medium orange has 62 calories and 3 grams of fiber, while an eight-ounce glass of OJ has about 120 calories and no fiber.
Transform fruit into an extra-special treat with chocolate. Strawberries are naturally sweet and juicy—but you can elevate their appeal with chocolate. Melt a couple of tablespoons of semisweet chocolate chips in the microwave (on Medium power) and then… dip! The strawberries and the chocolate both provide heart-healthy antioxidants; plus, you’ll get fiber and vitamin C from the fruit. (If you prefer traditional chocolate-covered strawberries over strawberries dipped in melted chocolate, place the dipped berries on a piece of wax paper on a baking sheet and refrigerate until the chocolate is firm.)
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•12:26 PM
Last summer, Los Angeles lawmakers banned fast-food chains from opening new outlets in South L.A., which has the city’s highest concentration of fast-food restaurants and a 30 percent higher rate of obesity than the rest of Los Angeles County. The long-term goals of the one-year ban are to reduce obesity, encourage more healthy food choices in existing fast-food restaurants and promote new, healthier food outlets in an area that lacks eateries and grocery stores.
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•12:25 PM
On the Road: Fast Food Survival TipsEight easy-to-follow steps to better eating on the road—and on the run.Traveling can be tough enough, sitting for long periods of time, cooped up and cramped, with nothing but some of the most fattening, caloric food options out there. Here EatingWell has given some tips to help make your load a little lighter.1. Beverages – opt for low-fat milk or water.2. Skip the breading – Grilled chicken is always a better choice than anything coated and deep-fried. 3. Mind your fries – Reduce one of the worst sources of calories and trans fat by skipping the fries or opting for a small.4. Watch the salad dressings – Often half the packet is plenty; the dressings may be surprisingly high in calories, fat and sodium.5. Hold the mayo – avoid toppings and sauces is an easy way to save fat and calories.6. Seek out the veggies – some fast-food chains offer more veggie choices (e.g. Boston Market, KFC, Subway, Quiznos).7. Eat like a kid – Choose drinks and meals from the children’s menu for smaller portion size.8. Be informed – check out Nutritional Facts sheets and online menu calculators that many chains now offer.
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•12:20 PM
Peak Season: Spring
“You know, when you get your first asparagus, or your first acorn squash, or your first really good tomato of the season, those are the moments that define the cook's year. I get more excited by that than anything else.” —Chef Mario Batali
One of the most anticipated tastes of spring is the first bite of tender, grassy asparagus.
Even before we realized that asparagus was a culinary treat, people in ancient times used it medicinally. The Greeks used it to treat bee stings and toothaches; Chinese herbalists treated arthritis with dried asparagus-root tea (possibly since its high level of asparagusic acid is a diuretic and can ease swelling).
Thick or thin, asparagus makes an array of tasty dishes using a variety of cooking methods. Unless you’re lucky enough to have a patch in your backyard, grab a bunch from your local farmers’ market and celebrate spring’s fresh flavor.
“You know, when you get your first asparagus, or your first acorn squash, or your first really good tomato of the season, those are the moments that define the cook's year. I get more excited by that than anything else.” —Chef Mario Batali
One of the most anticipated tastes of spring is the first bite of tender, grassy asparagus.
Even before we realized that asparagus was a culinary treat, people in ancient times used it medicinally. The Greeks used it to treat bee stings and toothaches; Chinese herbalists treated arthritis with dried asparagus-root tea (possibly since its high level of asparagusic acid is a diuretic and can ease swelling).
Thick or thin, asparagus makes an array of tasty dishes using a variety of cooking methods. Unless you’re lucky enough to have a patch in your backyard, grab a bunch from your local farmers’ market and celebrate spring’s fresh flavor.
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•11:36 AM
High-Fructose Corn Syrup and MercuryWhat you need to know about high-fructose corn syrup and mercury.
By Nicci Micco, Deputy Editor, EatingWell
Two studies released January 26, 2009 reveal that high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS), an ingredient common in processed foods, may contain mercury. One of the studies, published in the journal Environmental Health, found that almost half of 20 commercial HFCS samples tested contained mercury. The second report revealed that of 55 foods tested—including yogurts, salad dressings and condiments containing HFCS—about one-third had detectable mercury levels.
EatingWell talked through the findings with an author of both studies, David Wallinga, M.D., food and health director of the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy. Here’s what you should know:
1. Mercury in fish has been linked with thwarted brain development in babies. Mercury, a heavy metal, occurs naturally in the environment and is released into the air through industrial pollution. It can accumulate in streams and oceans where certain microorganisms can turn it into methylmercury, a highly toxic form of mercury that accumulates in fish and shellfish. (Generally, fish that are higher on the food chain and live longer contain more mercury.) Methylmercury is known to have toxic effects on the nervous system.
While there’s no conclusive evidence that, at levels found in fish, mercury is a danger to adults, it is a concern for the very young, whose nervous systems are still developing. Thus, the Food and Drug Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency recommend that women of childbearing age and young children avoid certain types of fish that contain high levels of mercury (shark, swordfish, king mackerel and tile fish) and limit other seafood to 12 ounces per week.
2. Eating foods containing HFCS may put you at additional risk for mercury exposure. "Up till now, just about everyone thought that exposure to mercury [through food] came from fish and seafood," says Wallinga. "The Environmental Health study finds detectable mercury in about half of the HFCS-foods tested. If that were to hold true across the high-fructose corn syrup industry then the possible exposures could be pretty significant."
3. Not all high-fructose corn syrup contains mercury. Mercury isn’t inherent in HFCS. The sweetener gets contaminated when it’s made with caustic soda that has been produced by manufacturing plants that use mercury in their manufacturing processes. These mercury-dependent processes are unnecessary and outdated; in fact, 90 percent of the U.S. plants that make caustic soda have upgraded to a mercury-free technology. "The main point is we don’t need to make HFCS in ways that contaminate it with mercury," says Wallinga. "There are ways to make high-fructose corn syrup using caustic sodas made from these cleaner technologies."
4. It’s impossible to tell what products are most likely contaminated. And, until now, the companies that made the foods found to contain mercury may not have even considered asking how the HFCS they put in their products was made. (The companies that make the HFCS itself do know whether mercury is used to make the caustic soda they source.) "In the short term, the consumer is in the dark about where their HFCS-laden foods and beverages come from," says Wallinga. "I think a reasonable approach would be for people to elect to avoid foods with [HFCS] until they know more about the products they want to buy and eat."
5. You can help reduce mercury in food ingredients, such as HFCS. Write to your legislators, suggests Wallinga. "I would say this: 'Pass legislation that, beginning now, will phase out the use of mercury in chlor-alkali plants [which produce caustic soda]. And begin now to monitor food-grade products, including caustic soda, from those plants to make sure that they’re free of mercury.' "
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•11:21 AM
Help your metabolism—and get healthier—one...two...three.
By Amy Paturel EatingWell May/June 2008
We’re all guilty of overindulging sometimes—an extra helping of potatoes here, a wedge of key lime pie there. But loading up on calories forces your body into overdrive as it tries to deconstruct the damage. “Just metabolizing food—especially fatty and carbohydrate-rich fare—causes the body to produce free radicals, which attack cells and can promote the development of chronic conditions including heart disease, diabetes and cancer,” says Ronald L. Prior, Ph.D., research chemist and nutritionist with the USDA at Arkansas Children’s Nutrition Center. The more you consume, the more free radicals you produce. In fact, that’s one theory why caloric restriction—a practice of cutting calories by 25 to 30 percent—may protect against some disease. But recent research suggests that there are two ways to reduce free radicals: eating fewer calories and consuming more nutrient-rich fare, such as the following. (We suggest you do both.)
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•11:14 AM
This healthy update of a traditionally rich ham-and-cheese breakfast strata is made lighter primarily by losing a few egg yolks and using nonfat milk. Gruyère cheese has a delicious, nutty aroma and flavor, which means that with the relatively small amount in this recipe you still get a big impact. To finish the makeover use nutritious, fiber-rich, whole-grain bread instead of white. The results: plenty of flavor, half the calories and one-third the fat of the original.
Makes 6 servings
ACTIVE TIME: 30 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 1 3/4 hours
EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy
4 large eggs4 large egg whites1 cup nonfat milk2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper5 cups chopped spinach, wilted (see Tip) 4 cups whole-grain bread, crusts removed if desired, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 1/2 pound, 4-6 slices)1 cup diced ham steak (5 ounces)1/2 cup chopped jarred roasted red peppers 3/4 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Coat a 7-by-11-inch glass baking dish or a 2-quart casserole with cooking spray.2. Whisk eggs, egg whites and milk in a medium bowl. Add mustard, rosemary and pepper; whisk to combine. Toss spinach, bread, ham and roasted red peppers in a large bowl. Add the egg mixture and toss well to coat. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and push down to compact. Cover with foil.3. Bake until the custard has set, 40 to 45 minutes. Uncover, sprinkle with cheese and continue baking until the pudding is puffed and golden on top, 15 to 20 minutes more. Transfer to a wire rack and cool for 15 to 20 minutes before serving.
NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 286 calories; 10 g fat (4 g sat, 3 g mono); 167 mg cholesterol; 23 g carbohydrate; 23 g protein; 4 g fiber; 813 mg sodium; 509 mg potassium. Nutrition bonus: Vitamin A (70% daily value), Folate (37% dv), Calcium (30% dv), Vitamin C (20% dv).1 1/2 Carbohydrate ServingsExchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 2 medium-fat meat
TIP: Tip: To wilt spinach, rinse thoroughly with cool water. Transfer to a large microwave-safe bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and punch several holes in it. Microwave on High until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Squeeze out excess moisture before adding the spinach to the recipe.
MAKE AHEAD TIP: Prepare casserole through Step 2; refrigerate overnight. Let stand at room temperature while the oven preheats. Bake as directed in Step 3.
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•11:12 AM
Salmon cooks over a bed of lemon and fresh herbs to infuse it with flavor and keep the fish tender and moist. We like a blend of thyme, tarragon and oregano, but any of your favorite herbs will work. Make it a meal: Serve with grilled new potatoes tossed in an herb vinaigrette and steamed green beans.
Makes 4 servings
ACTIVE TIME: 15 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 40 minutes
EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy
2 lemons, thinly sliced, plus 1 lemon cut into wedges for garnish20-30 sprigs mixed fresh herbs plus 2 tablespoons chopped, divided1 clove garlic1/4 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 pound center-cut salmon, skinned (see Tip)
1. Preheat grill to medium-high. 2. Lay two 9-inch pieces of heavy-duty foil on top of each other and place on a rimless baking sheet. Arrange lemon slices in two layers in the center of the foil. Spread herb sprigs over the lemons. With the side of a chef’s knife, mash garlic with salt to form a paste. Transfer to a small dish and stir in mustard and the remaining 2 tablespoons chopped herbs. Spread the mixture over both sides of the salmon. Place the salmon on the herb sprigs. 3. Slide the foil and salmon off the baking sheet onto the grill without disturbing the salmon-lemon stack. Cover the grill; cook until the salmon is opaque in the center, 18 to 24 minutes. Wearing oven mitts, carefully transfer foil and salmon back onto the baking sheet. Cut the salmon into 4 portions and serve with lemon wedges (discard herb sprigs and lemon slices).
NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 212 calories; 12 g fat (2 g sat, 4 g mono); 67 mg cholesterol; 1 g carbohydrate; 23 g protein; 0 g fiber; 261 mg sodium; 428 mg potassium. Nutrition bonus: Selenium (60% daily value), Vitamin C (17% dv), excellent source of omega-3s.0 Carbohydrate ServingsExchanges: 3 lean meat
TIP: Tip: How to skin a salmon fillet: Place skin-side down. Starting at the tail end, slip a long knife between the fish flesh and the skin, holding down firmly with your other hand. Gently push the blade along at a 30° angle, separating the fillet from the skin without cutting through either.
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•11:09 AM
Celebrate spring with these easy healthy Easter recipes. If you’re starting the day with an Easter brunch, try a vegetable-studded bread pudding or quiche. Our Easter dinner recipes include grilled salmon, smoked turkey or roast lamb for the main course. Add a few simple side dishes to take advantage of the season’s freshest foods, such as asparagus, peas and new potatoes. Berries and other spring fruit star in our delicious Easter desserts recipes. Enjoy the first signs of spring with these healthy, delicious Easter recipes from EatingWell.
Try all of our delicious healthy recipes collections listed below. We think you’ll love them all.
Pictured: Easter recipes to try
Try all of our delicious healthy recipes collections listed below. We think you’ll love them all.
Pictured: Easter recipes to try
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•2:30 PM
Melting eye shadow is a problem for many women, but there is a way to make it "stick" a little longer.
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•2:29 PM
Ayurveda is a great way to get that glow on your back. There are certain herbs which act as detoxifying agents and can be used as cleansers. A combination of the herbs amalki, haritaki, and vibhitaki can be used for detoxification.
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Men who suffer from permanent pattern baldness have the option of shaving their head totally. The clean skull look is becoming extremely fashionable these days and addresses pattern baldness problems. Permanent pattern baldness is a hair condition that may also affect women but in lesser degrees than men.Birth control pills have been known to be contributive cause of hair loss because they affect the balance of certain hormones. Antidepressants have been identified as hair loss triggers in people who take them frequently. You will need to let your dermatologist know the kind of medication you are on to enable him get the right diagnosis for your hair loss condition.It's hard to believe but it's very true that conditions such as a high fever can contribute to hair loss. A case of severe flu is often accompanied by some hair loss. Generally, illness tends to impact on the human hair negatively. So, do all you can to avoid falling ill very often. That's why general health care is also a good way to prevent hair loss. The human hair is made up of a protein type called keratin. A deficiency in keratin can cause the human hair to split or fall out. The human hair consists of a hair shaft, a root and a follicle that all constitute the growing circle.A dermatologist may decide to run some tests to ascertain the nature of your hair loss problem. A biopsy is a diagnostic procedure that a dermatologist may decide to take to determine the cause of your hair loss problem. A biopsy involves taking skin cells from the scalp and studying it under a microscope to find out what the causes of hair loss are.If you believe that shampooing does not increase hair loss, and then you are wrong. Too much shampooing can cause your hair to fall out even more. You are advised to shampoo once a day or even less, to prevent hair loss.You can check up hair care tips on the Internet. There are many sites out there that have taken the time to provide very useful information about hair loss and how to prevent it from happening, whether for males or females. Hair loss is a common phenomenon that affects a lot of Americans. Hair loss is as common an ailment in America as the flu.Even though hair loss may be genetic, you can still find ways to avoid it. Genetic hair loss can be addressed through hair transplants if you want that option. Ensure that you discuss the best option for your hair loss condition with your dermatologist before making any decision.
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•6:43 PM
In acupuncture, you will find that there are primary concepts that you have to absorb by which to understand the entire process better known as “Qiâ€. Qi happens to the energy of the body. As your body experiences negative energy, like disease or illness, your Qi is disrupted. As the affects of Acupuncture take hold, you will find that there are needles that are placed in specific locations of the body so that the Qi flow can be influenced. An acupuncturist is someone who uses various needles to heal or release your Qi flow. The concepts of the qi is difficult for most beginners to fathom, but it can be broken into easily understandable concepts that you can learn one at a time. Firstly, it is vital to understand there are five main classifications of Qi energy: Qi, Jing, Xue, Jin Ye, and Shen. Qi can be roughly explained as “matter-energy.†It forces shifts in the universe, but it is an important part of your own well being. Most equate the Qi to the inner soul. Jing can be most closely translated as “essence†in the English language, but there are no exact words in Western terms that mean Jing. When it comes to Jing, it is something likened to DNA and then we are able to create our own by eating certain foods and the air that we breath. Jing, can also be called “health,†since we genetically receive some health attributes, but also affect our own health and the health of our children with our lifestyle choices.Xue, which literally means blood, is the liquid that flows in the blood and through the Qi or energy of the body. The health of the blood and energy is dependent on one another. Jin Ye is also a tangible idea which is referred to bodily fluids. These fluids include saliva, milk, tears, genital secretions, sweat, stomach fluids, and other liquids of the body. Finally, Shen is referred to as the spirit of the body. Traditionally, the spirit is centered in a person’s heart.Acupuncture is a way that you can heal the energies and to help promote a healthy body. The energies are vital since this helps us develop body heat, defend illness, grow and develop, control the body’s blood and organs, transform, and break down the body’s metabolism. If you get acupuncture done on a regular basis, then you will be able to release the negativity in your Qi and begin to live a prosperous life in the positive.
We’ve basically attempted to provide a consolidated version of the basic concepts of Acupuncture. This information is readily available throughout various mediums, one of which can be found at infoglimpse.com/acupuncture.
We’ve basically attempted to provide a consolidated version of the basic concepts of Acupuncture. This information is readily available throughout various mediums, one of which can be found at infoglimpse.com/acupuncture.
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The topical wrinkle reducing product market is exploding. It generated over $1.5 Billion in sales in 2007, with that number expected to double by 2010. You do not have to look far to hear about these types of products. There is huge interest in this market and advertisements can be found everywhere, from TV, to radio, newspapers and magazines. While the majority of these products are marketed to female consumers, surprisingly, our research indicates that men account for approximately 25% of this market. It seems that women are no longer the only gender searching for the fountain of youth.
Treatments and products once only provided by dermatologists are now accessible to consumers. There are over 200 products currently marketed to remedy the signs of aging, from Botox alternatives to alpha-hydroxy serums and wrinkle relaxers. These products range in cost from under $10 to over $300 per ounce. How does the consumer determine which products are effective? How does the consumer determine which product is right for them?
In this article we offer our readers a comprehensive list of anti-wrinkle products based on our evaluations. We reviewed the over 200 products currently available for the treatment of wrinkles. Our assessment included review of the following product attributes: long term effectiveness for wrinkle reduction; instant reduction of fine lines and wrinkles; antioxidant protective properties delaying skin cell aging; skin renewal and collagen stimulating properties; and skin smoothing and firming properties. Based on the outcome of our evaluation of these product attributes we ranked each product accordingly.
Our list is presented in descending order based upon the cumulative score of product attributes. You may not see the product you use, or are interested in using, on this list as it did not rank in the top 25. Our list is dynamic in that we are constantly reexamining and updating our rankings due to the availability of new products.
During our research, the skin care specialists we consulted provided useful tips that contribute to achieving and maintaining younger looking skin, including the following:
Be certain to consistently apply the product(s) you choose in accordance with its directions for use;
Pay special attention to your neck and hands while applying the product(s) you choose, as these areas reflect your age;
Always use sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of at least 15;
Drink at least eight glasses of water a day to stay well hydrated;
Avoid excessive intake of caffeinated and alcoholic beverages, as they may contribute to dehydration and exacerbate the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles; and
Be sure to get adequate rest every day.
Treatments and products once only provided by dermatologists are now accessible to consumers. There are over 200 products currently marketed to remedy the signs of aging, from Botox alternatives to alpha-hydroxy serums and wrinkle relaxers. These products range in cost from under $10 to over $300 per ounce. How does the consumer determine which products are effective? How does the consumer determine which product is right for them?
In this article we offer our readers a comprehensive list of anti-wrinkle products based on our evaluations. We reviewed the over 200 products currently available for the treatment of wrinkles. Our assessment included review of the following product attributes: long term effectiveness for wrinkle reduction; instant reduction of fine lines and wrinkles; antioxidant protective properties delaying skin cell aging; skin renewal and collagen stimulating properties; and skin smoothing and firming properties. Based on the outcome of our evaluation of these product attributes we ranked each product accordingly.
Our list is presented in descending order based upon the cumulative score of product attributes. You may not see the product you use, or are interested in using, on this list as it did not rank in the top 25. Our list is dynamic in that we are constantly reexamining and updating our rankings due to the availability of new products.
During our research, the skin care specialists we consulted provided useful tips that contribute to achieving and maintaining younger looking skin, including the following:
Be certain to consistently apply the product(s) you choose in accordance with its directions for use;
Pay special attention to your neck and hands while applying the product(s) you choose, as these areas reflect your age;
Always use sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of at least 15;
Drink at least eight glasses of water a day to stay well hydrated;
Avoid excessive intake of caffeinated and alcoholic beverages, as they may contribute to dehydration and exacerbate the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles; and
Be sure to get adequate rest every day.
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•9:27 AM
You need to be open and honest with your doctor or dentist and let them know why you need a discount or can’t afford the bill. Doctors and Dentists appreciate honesty, and without a good reason your chances of negotiating become harder.
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•9:27 AM
TJust like you wouldn’t negotiate with a car dealer or general contractor by screaming at them or being impolite, you should also approach your doctor or dentist in the same professional and business like attitude. You need to convince the doctor or dentist why your bill is to high and why the price should be reduced. It could be because of your financial situation, such as your current income and expenses,
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•9:26 AM
TJust like you wouldn’t negotiate with a car dealer or general contractor by screaming at them or being impolite, you should also approach your doctor or dentist in the same professional and business like attitude. You need to convince the doctor or dentist why your bill is to high and why the price should be reduced. It could be because of your financial situation, such as your current income and expenses,
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•9:19 AM
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Can I negotiate with a Doctor, Dentist or Hospital? Contrary to what most people believe, you can negotiate with a doctor, dentist or hospital. The Medical industry is like any other industry, it is a business, and doctor’s and dentists are business people.People can negotiate with doctors, dentists and hospitals for all things from minor surgeries to major surgeries like orthopedics to dental work and even cosmetic surgery. Negotiations should happen before medical care occurs, but in some cases can happen after. Smart Money Magazine did a research study and found that 66% of patients who negotiated with doctors successfully reduced their doctor bills and made the doctor agree to lower their medical bill, while 70% of patients negotiating with hospitals were successful in reducing their hospital bill.You should imagine your doctor or hospital as any other product or service you would buy, like negotiating with a car dealer or negotiating with a general contractor who is building an edition on to your house. Don’t hesitate to try and negotiate with your doctor, dentist or hospital, simply put, it works!
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•9:03 AM
Medical Tourism is where patients travel from one place to another for care. It could be an American traveling from one state to another, or more recently it is now emerged into the practice of Americans traveling overseas for affordable healthcare. We have entered into an era of Global Healthcare where patients from around the world cross borders and travel to other countries to receive the best medical care and the best treatment. To many Americans the idea of traveling to another country for medical care comes as a surprise. But as many Americans investigate this option called Medical Tourism, they are finding that the hospitals in certain countries provide equal to or in some cases better care than in the United States.
The reality is Americans are traveling overseas because we have a healthcare crisis in America. Health insurance is now unaffordable for almost 50 million Americans, and almost 120 million Americans have no dental insurance. For these 50 million Americans there is no option for them in America. The cost of medical expenses and prescription drugs are too high. There is no solution in sight, and our state and federal government are doing absolutely nothing to solve the healthcare crisis. Unfortunately, the 50 million uninsured do not understand that if they came together under one voice the political power and influence they would have. Because the uninsured do not band together to fight being uninsured, then the uninsured will simply remain uninsured, with no solution possible, because there is no organization in America that is going to cut it’s profit margins to help the uninsured.We are in a sad state. There are Americans who need life saving surgical procedures each day who simply cannot afford it, do not qualify for state or federal aid, do not know of any other options and die each day because of lack of access to healthcare. No one talks about this “tragedy” that happens on a daily basis in America, as doctors, hospitals, and the government turn their back on millions of Americans. Even more Americans don’t take necessary prescription drugs simply because they are unaffordable. " Our American health care system is broken leaving many Americans with no access to health care.”That is why it is so shocking to Americans that they can jump onto an airplane fly several hours outside of American Airspace, and wherever they land the price of surgery and prescription drugs are as much as 50% to 90% less than in America. Does that make sense? That a prescription drug costing $150 costs $15 outside of the US, or a injectible prescription drug that costs $1,800 costs $900 outside the United States. The exact same drug by the same drug manufacturer? Is the drug subsidized by the foreign government? No!So, the next question the uninsured asks is what does the hospital look like and what experience do the doctors have. We have to ask that question because how would it be possibly to provide equal to or better care in a hospital for 90% less than in America. If a heart procedure that costs $100,000 could only cost $9,000 overseas than the hospital must be sub-standard compared to American hospitals, and the doctors less experienced than American doctors. Over 500,000 Americans who went overseas for surgical procedures in 2006 discovered that the hospitals were equal to or in some cases nicer than American hospitals. Some American hospitals describe the hospitals as “7 Star” hospitals , nicer than a Ritz Carlton, and they come back and “rave” about the tremendous experience of the doctors and how some were trained in the US or UK.
The reality is Americans are traveling overseas because we have a healthcare crisis in America. Health insurance is now unaffordable for almost 50 million Americans, and almost 120 million Americans have no dental insurance. For these 50 million Americans there is no option for them in America. The cost of medical expenses and prescription drugs are too high. There is no solution in sight, and our state and federal government are doing absolutely nothing to solve the healthcare crisis. Unfortunately, the 50 million uninsured do not understand that if they came together under one voice the political power and influence they would have. Because the uninsured do not band together to fight being uninsured, then the uninsured will simply remain uninsured, with no solution possible, because there is no organization in America that is going to cut it’s profit margins to help the uninsured.We are in a sad state. There are Americans who need life saving surgical procedures each day who simply cannot afford it, do not qualify for state or federal aid, do not know of any other options and die each day because of lack of access to healthcare. No one talks about this “tragedy” that happens on a daily basis in America, as doctors, hospitals, and the government turn their back on millions of Americans. Even more Americans don’t take necessary prescription drugs simply because they are unaffordable. " Our American health care system is broken leaving many Americans with no access to health care.”That is why it is so shocking to Americans that they can jump onto an airplane fly several hours outside of American Airspace, and wherever they land the price of surgery and prescription drugs are as much as 50% to 90% less than in America. Does that make sense? That a prescription drug costing $150 costs $15 outside of the US, or a injectible prescription drug that costs $1,800 costs $900 outside the United States. The exact same drug by the same drug manufacturer? Is the drug subsidized by the foreign government? No!So, the next question the uninsured asks is what does the hospital look like and what experience do the doctors have. We have to ask that question because how would it be possibly to provide equal to or better care in a hospital for 90% less than in America. If a heart procedure that costs $100,000 could only cost $9,000 overseas than the hospital must be sub-standard compared to American hospitals, and the doctors less experienced than American doctors. Over 500,000 Americans who went overseas for surgical procedures in 2006 discovered that the hospitals were equal to or in some cases nicer than American hospitals. Some American hospitals describe the hospitals as “7 Star” hospitals , nicer than a Ritz Carlton, and they come back and “rave” about the tremendous experience of the doctors and how some were trained in the US or UK.
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