Heart Diseases and Foods
2008-02-21 01:51:05
Coronary heart disease is the most common of all heart diseases. It is characterized by blockage in the coronary arteries that result in reduction of blood flows to the heart muscle, depriving it of vital oxygen. The clogging of coronary artery, known as arteriosclerosis, begins with fatty streaks in and under the layer of cells, [...]
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Terrific Tomatoes
2008-01-15 03:33:16
4 Servings
4 tomatoes, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 bunch scallions, chopped
2 Tbs chopped parsley
1/2 tsp each salt and black pepper
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Free Radicals
2007-12-13 01:24:55
Free radicals are oxygen-containing chemicals that have an impaired electron. The impaired electron makes free radicals highly reactive to DNA, proteins, membranes, and other cell machineries, resulting in oxidative damages including DNA mutations, protein dysfunction, and destruction of membrane and other cell structures. These oxidative damages promote aging and increase the risk of age-related diseases such as [...]
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Benefits of Garlic
2007-11-10 05:01:40
Scientific Name: Allium sativum
Biological Background: This bulbous plant is closely related to onions, leeks, chives and is a member of Allium vegetables. Garlic
is native to Central Asia, and has been cultivated for at least 5,000 years.
Nutritional Information: Due to its use as a spice, garlic provides insignificant amount of nutrients.
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Preventing Kidney Stones
2007-10-20 13:45:23
Kidney stones are rock-hard accumulation of crystal deposits, usually composed of calcium and oxalates that can grow and obstruct the flow of urine through the kidneys. About a million Americans are hospitalized every year for treatment of kidney stones. Men are three times as susceptible to kidney stones as women. Once you have kidney stones, [...]
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Eggplant Recipes
2007-10-08 04:08:12
Baked Eggplant
4 Servings
Preheat oven to 350o
1 eggplant, sliced into -inch slices
1 egg, beaten
1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
2 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced thinly
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Choose Red or Black Colored Grapes
2007-09-27 14:44:16
Grapes
Scientific Name: Vitus spp.
Biological Background: Grape is a pulpy, smooth-skinned berry, growing in clusters on vines. Grape was domesticated before 5,000 B.C. and is one of the oldest cultivated fruits.
Nutritional Information: Ten seedless grapes (50 g) provide 35 calories, 0.3 g protein, 8.9 g carbohydrate, 1.0 g fiber, 105 mg potassium, 5.4 mg vitamin C, [...]
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Compulsive Overeating Disorder
2007-09-13 12:56:15
Compulsive overeating or binge eating is a common eating disorder in which people eat and eat, even after they are completely full. Compulsive overeaters often feel “out of control” with food, so much that they literally cannot stop eating. This problem is different from bulimia nervosa (where people binge, but then try “purge” food out [...]
Isoflavones
2007-08-31 08:08:08
Isoflavone is a class of non-nutrient plant substances with potential anticancer effects. Isoflavones occur in relatively high concentrations in soy products. The content varies with the variety, time of harvest, and geographic location. Isoflavones belong to the general class of flavonoids; they possess complex ring structures with oxygen atoms attached. Genistein and daizein are two [...]
Carrots Recipes
2007-08-22 01:51:34
Carrot Salad
4 Servings
1 lb large carrots, scraped and cut in quarters lengthwise
1 pinch each, salt and sugar
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 tsp each ground cumin and parsley
wine vinegar, salt, and hot red pepper to taste
a few coriander seed
Cook the carrots with salt, sugar, and garlic for 15 minutes. Drain and cover with vinegar, a little more [...]
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Stroke Prevention
2007-08-14 13:54:38
Disruption of blood flow to the brain is known as stroke (or cerebrovascular accident - CVA) - a disorder that occurs in two basic forms: clot strokes and bleeding stroke, both potentially life threatening. About 80 percent of stokes among Americans are due to clot stroke - clots in blood vessels blocking the oxygen-rich blood [...]
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Health Benefits of Olive Oil
2007-08-06 11:33:37
Biological Background: Olive
oil is extracted from ground olives (Olea europaea).
Nutritional Info: A tablespoon of olive oil contains 14 g of fat (mainly monounsaturated oleic acid), equivalent to 120calories.
Pharmacological Activity: Olive oil is rich in oleic acid, a monosaturated fatty acid, and phytochemicals oleurpein and hydrooxylorosol, potent anti oxidants. Olive oil can lower blood levels [...]
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Aging and Foods
2007-07-27 13:12:25
Aging is the progressive decline over time in physiological functions, including reflexes, vision, hearing, short-term memory and learning, physical strength and endurance, digestion, cardiovascular function and immunity. Two well-supported theories have been proposed to explain the biological cause of aging.
Based on recent scientific findings, a revolutionary theory called free radical theory of aging has been [...]
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Vegetarian Vegetable Soup
2007-07-20 07:02:09
4 Servings
2 medium carrots, cut into slices
2 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch slices
1/2 cup onion
2 cups of water
2 cups of tomato juice
1/2 tsp each salt and pepper
1 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp oregano
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 Tbs olive oil
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Phytochemicals
2007-07-11 04:55:56
Phytochemicals refer to a very broad class of substances derived from plants that have a beneficial effect on health. Many new studies have indicated consumption of phytochemicals through eating whole plant foods is a major factor to prevent many chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease. Current study on phytochemicals is focused on the following groups:
Carotenoids. This [...]
Health Benefits of Broccoli
2007-06-28 05:38:52
Scientific Name: Brassica aleracea
Biological Background: Broccoli
is a dark-green vegetable with small, tight heads (curds) mounted on stem-like buds, and is a member of Brassica family of the Cruciferous vegetables. It is one of the most popular vegetables and was originated in Italy.
Nutritional Information: One cup of chopped and cooked broccoli (146 g) provides 46 [...]
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Calorie Restriction
2007-06-21 02:08:21
Calorie restriction refers to reducing calorie intake to achieve better health. Calories are a measure of the energy released when the body burns any fuel including fat, protein, carbohydrates, and alcohol. Many studies have indicated that excessive calorie intake may result in various health problems such as cancer, heart disease, aging, and obesity. One of [...]
Flavored Green Beans
2007-06-13 05:06:12
4 Servings
1 lb green beans, washed and trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbs olive oil
1 8 oz can tomato sauce
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp oregano
Salt to taste
Seam beans for 8 minutes until tender crisp. Saut onion and garlic in a small frying pan for 3 minutes. Add tomato [...]
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Food Allergies and Food Intolerance
2007-06-09 05:44:37
We are on the brink of new health revolution. It is finally being accepted by more and more people that many chronic illness, physical and mental, often going undiagnosed for years and suffered by thousands of people, are caused partially or wholly by allergies and intolerances to the foods that most of us eat every [...]
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Cholesterol Problem and Foods
2007-06-06 10:42:16
Cholesterol is a waxy naturally occurring fat that is made by the liver. Cholesterol is a paradox. On one hand, it contributes to such vital bodily functions as building new cells, insulating nerves, and producing hormones. On the other hand, it is a potential killer due to its association to various cardiovascular diseases. The risk [...]
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Asparagus
2007-06-03 07:00:48
Scientific Name: Asparagus officinalis
Biological Background: Asparagus is a vegetable with succulent shoots and scale-like leaves, belonging to the lily of the valley family. It was known to the ancient civilization of Egypt and Rome.
Nutritional Information: Four medium-sized spears (cooked, 60 g) contain 315 calories, 1.6 g protein, 2.6 g carbohydrate, 1.1 g fiber, 0.4 mg [...]
Apple
2007-06-01 05:28:55
Scientific Name: Malus Pumila
Biological Background: Apple
was originated in Asia Minor. It has been cultivated for thousands of years and today is the most cultivated fruit tree in the world.
Nutritional Information: A typical medium-sized apple (212 g) provides 125 calories (most from fructose), 0.4 g protein, 6.6 g fiber, 244 mg potassium, 12 mg vitamin [...]
Pineapple
2008-04-01 01:50:38
Scientific Name: Ananas cosmosus
Biological Background: A tropical plant with stiff, spiny leaves that yields a single large fruit. Pineapple originated in Brazil.
Nutritional Information: One cup (155 g) of raw pineapple contains 76 calories, 0.6 g protein, 19.2 g carbohydrates, 2.95 g fiber, 175 g potassium, 124 mg vitamin C, 0.14 mg thiamin, 0.06 mg riboflavin, [...]
Brain Power Foods
2008-05-12 23:55:21
Brain power is characterized by how alert, energetic, and concentrated your brain is in response to a task. Information in your brain passes through neurotransmitters, which are manufactured by the nerve cells using precursors. Different neurotransmitters will have different impacts on your brain activity. For example, serotonin is the calming neurotransmitter that usually makes you [...]
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Lentil Soup
2008-06-30 04:37:57
8 Servings
2 Tbs olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 bay leaf
2 stalks of celery, chopped 2 cups dried lentils
2 carrots, chopped
8 cups of water
1 small can tomato paste
4 cups shredded spinach
Salt and white pepper to taste
3 Tbs lemon juice
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