Showing posts with label Food & Recipes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Food & Recipes. Show all posts

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Diligent Eat Fish Prevent Breast Cancer

By Joko Septiawan | At 8:24 AM | Label : , , | 0 Comments


Breast cancer is still a scourge for women. However, this disease can be prevented by a healthy lifestyle, among others, often eat fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

The researchers analyzed 26 studies of China's international involving 900,000 women, including 20,000 of whom had breast cancer. They found that women who consumed omega-3 fatty acids from fish most often have a decreased risk of breast cancer 14 percent less.

The study also showed an association with a reduced risk of dose. Mentioned, each 0.1 gram increase in consumption levels of omega-3 per day was associated with a 5 percent decrease in the risk of breast cancer. For comparison, one serving of salmon contains 4 grams of omega-3 fatty acids.

Omega-3 is a type of unsaturated fat that has been known to prevent heart disease and cancer.

However, the researchers say the consumption of omega-3 fatty acids from plants did not show the same effect in reducing breast cancer risk.

In addition, they also discovered the benefits of omega-3 to reduce the risk of breast cancer varies among populations. Among Asians, the benefits may not be as big as the West. According to the researchers, this may occur due to differences in sources of omega-3 are edible.

Benefits of omega-3 in fish is considered the most good to reduce the risk of breast cancer. While not yet clear whether the consumption of omega-3 supplements also provide the same effect.

A review of 48 studies concluded that it is still unclear consumption of omega-3, either from food or supplements, may modify the risk of heart disease or cancer. But that does not mean people should stop a diet rich in omega-3.

9 Food Reducer Pain

By Joko Septiawan | At 8:21 AM | Label : , , | 0 Comments

Analgesic drugs was not always appropriate to relieve pain. However, these drugs are generally not able to treat the source of pain. If you want to try the natural way, you could try some kind of fruit, herbs, or food, which is quite effective in suppressing pain as well as heal the pain.

Here are six common illnesses with foods that can help fight pain.

1. Joint pain

Medicinal food: cherries, turmeric
A preliminary study indicates that eating 20 cherries have effect as effective as analgesic drugs in reducing pain in the joints. While other studies show that eating about 45 cherries a day can reduce C-reactive protein which is a major trigger inflammation as much as 25 percent. Compound in turmeric called curcumin can also reduce pain as effectively as analgesic drugs in patients with knee joint disorders.

2. Muscle aches

Food medicine: Ginger
Muscle soreness is usually felt after exercise can be prevented by ginger. A recent study shows people who lift weights experienced a 25 percent reduction in muscle soreness 24 hours earlier after eating half a teaspoon of ginger. The researchers conclude it is due to gingerol, an antioxidant that has anti-inflammatory effects that are found in ginger.

3. Heartburn

Medicinal food: beans
Heartburn or a burning sensation in the chest caused by acid reflux can be treated with nuts. Study in the journal Gut found that people who regularly eat high-fiber foods such as beans have 20 percent less risk of experiencing heartburn than those who do not. This is probably because as the fiber moves food quickly to prevent reflux.

4. Gastrointestinal pain

Food medicine: peppermint, coconut
Fresh menthol taste of peppermint acts as a carminative which can cope with bloating. Peppermint can also reduce muscle tension so as to overcome cramps.

While the oil is very good for treating diarrhea due to anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Reardon advised to consume 1 to 3 teaspoons of unsweetened shredded coconut.

5. Cramps pre menstruation syndrome (PMS)

Medicinal food: beans
Nuts such as almonds have a high content of riboflavin can reduce PMS cramps caused by a third.

6. Headache

Medicinal food: coffee, pumpkin seeds
Headaches caused by dilation of blood vessels in the head, and drinks such as coffee can probably relieve it because of the effect of the blood vessels constrict. While, migraine headaches can be caused by magnesium deficiency. So the consumption of foods high in magnesium such as pumpkin seeds may be calm nerves and reduce muscle tension experienced during migraine.

7 Nutrition is often forgotten in the Diet

By Joko Septiawan | At 8:13 AM | Label : , | 0 Comments

Diet is not just about how you increase your intake of protein and carbohydrate and fat trim. But you also need to pay attention to the intake of other nutrients that are not less important to the success of your diet.

Here is a list of 7 nutrients that are often forgotten when dieting:
Potassium: For Normal Blood Pressure

Potassium is one of the major nutrients needed by the body to help maintain healthy blood pressure, increase fertility, maintaining healthy muscle and nerve function.
Source: potato, sweet potato, broccoli, bananas, and so on.
Magnesium: Preventing Disease

Low levels of magnesium in the body is suppose to cause a variety of health problems such as osteoporosis, high blood pressure, diabetes, muscle cramps, and heart disease.
Source: spinach, peas, almonds, and others.
Vitamin A: Beta Carotene Intake Increases

Vitamin A is divided into 2 types, namely: retinol and carotenoids, such as beta-carotene equally beneficial for maintaining healthy vision, immunity, and tissue growth.
Source of beta carotene: sweet potatoes, carrots, spinach, pumpkin, and cereals.
Vitamin E: Get the Benefits of Healthy Fats

Vitamin E is an antioxidant which is beneficial to boost immunity, maintain healthy skin and good vision, and reduce blood vessel is blocked. Interestingly, a source of Vitamin E normally are foods that have high levels of healthy fats such as almonds, hazelnuts, sunflower seeds, safflower oil, sunflower oil, and peanut butter.
Calcium: For Bones Healthy and Strong

It's no secret if calcium is beneficial both to the bone. Not only that, calcium also can help maintain muscle function, regulate heart rhythm, and helps prevent high blood pressure.
Sources of calcium: milk, salmon, kedalai and processed.
Vitamin C: Increases Immunity

People who get the flu are usually looking for vitamin C to overcome. Vitamin C can be obtained from a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, beneficial to increase the growth of bone and tissue. Besides Vitamin C works as an antioxidant to prevent damage to body cells and accelerate healing.
Fiber: For Digestive Health

High-fiber foods are generally low in calories and filling, very suitable to be consumed by people who are in a weight loss program. Fiber from whole grains and nuts have many health benefits such as lowering cholesterol levels, improving the performance of the intestine, reducing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and prevent some types of cancer.

So, where the nutrients that you often forget?

Eaten Raw Salmon Healthier

By Joko Septiawan | At 8:06 AM | Label : , | 0 Comments

Salmon and the fat is very famous because it is always mentioned in the healthy food. Regularly eat salmon fish rich in omega-3 very well known utuk heart health.

In addition to the content of omega-3 fatty acids, salmon is a rich source of protein and some vitamins minerals. Nutrition is very useful is also highly recommended for pregnant women.

High nutrient content of the salmon comes from plankton and algae are the source of the subtropical fish food.

In order for fatty acids and other nutrients are not damaged, the salmon must be processed correctly. According to Rita Ramayulis, Kes, nutritionists, is actually the best way to eat salmon is eaten raw.

"Do not be afraid of eating raw salmon because the fish was captured immediately after the discarded entrails and gills," he said in a talk show Nutrition Facts and Benefits Salmon held by Sushi Tei and the Norwegian Seafood Council in Jakarta (06/07/13).

Raw salmon, for example, can be processed into sushi, spring rolls, or pan-fried. "If you do not like raw fish, be sauteed with a little oil," he added.

Rita explained, cooking with too high temperature can reduce the levels of omega-3 and increased levels of saturated fat.

"Research shows, salmon fried or boiled for a few minutes omega-3 content of its reduced to 14 percent," he said.

For salmon that will be consumed raw should select the salmon is fresh and does not smell rancid. Choose salmon that his eyes were shining and clear with reddish gills. Pieces of fish meat should be chewy, moist, and brightly colored.

"Flesh pink salmon showed higher levels of omega-3 high. Already browned meat, such as fried, its levels of omega-3 has been reduced," he said.

Saturday, June 1, 2013

Drop 5 Lbs: Skinny Dessert Recipes

By Joko Septiawan | At 4:09 PM | Label : | 0 Comments
Internet Technology World - These teacup treats can satisfy your sweet tooth without blowing your diet. Indeed, one study showed that small snacks curbed cravings and fended off hunger just as well as supersize ones.


Apple Crisp:

Place 1 cup coarsely chopped Granny Smith apple and 2 tsp. apricot all-fruit preserves in 8-oz. teacup. Microwave at 50% power for 3 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. Top with 2 Tbsp. low-fat granola and 1 Tbsp. nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt. (150 calories)

Berry Ricotta Cheesecake:

Spoon 1 crushed cinnamon graham square into an 8 oz. teacup. In a small bowl, blend 1/3 cup fat-free ricotta, 1 Tbsp. softened Neufchatel, 2 tsp. confectioner’s sugar, and 1/4 tsp. finely grated lemon rind. Spoon into cup and top with 1/4 cup raspberries. (150 calories)

Chocolate Lava Cake:

In an 8 oz. teacup, combine 1 ½ Tbsp. all-purpose flour, 1 Tbsp. cocoa, 2 tsp. sugar, 1/2 tsp. baking powder and pinch salt. Stir in 2 Tbsp. water until blended. In a small dish, blend 1 Tbsp. cocoa, 2 tsp. sugar and 1 ½ Tbsp. water. Pour over batter; run spatula around side of cup. Microwave at 50% power for 1 ½ min. or until pick inserted comes out clean. (For 8 oz. mug microwave 15 seconds less.) (170 calories)

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