Guacamole Recipe, Shopping Cart Makeover Tips, Why You Should Eat Dark Chocolate!

[Dr. Weil's Anti-Inflammatory Diet] Monday 01/23/2017 Join the conversation! Healthy Lunch Ideas For 2017! They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but don't forget about lunch! Eating the wrong foods can leave you with that late afternoon slump, feeling tired and uninspired. But simple switches can help you keep going all day long, and [Dr. Weil on Healthy Aging] can help. We have dozens of healthy lunch ideas that you can make yourself, or look for at a restaurant when in a pinch. If Black Bean, Mango & Lentil Salad, Tomatillo Gazpacho, Greek Orzo-Stuffed Peppers and Lentil & Quinoa Pilaf sound good, you are just a click away from a healthy lunch for you and your loved ones. [Start your free trial now and save 30% when you join!] [Cooking with Dr. Weil] How To Cook Shiitake Mushrooms Mushrooms are delicious, a respectable source of protein and provide all the essential amino acids when combined with grains. Low in carbohydrates, mushrooms also deliver useful amounts of some B vitamins and trace minerals. Shiitake mushrooms are a particularly healthful type, as they contain an active compound called lentinan, a polysaccharide that has been studied for its ability to strengthen the immune system. It's important to thoroughly cook mushrooms - including shiitakes - since their cell walls are tough and the digestive system may have to work hard to get their full nutritional benefits. Heat will help eliminate that problem, as well as bring out the best flavors and textures. Healthy cooking methods include sautéing with a bit of extra virgin olive or grapeseed oil; or grilling - fresh shiitakes are delicious grilled and basted in a little teriyaki sauce. Asian methods, such as simmering mushrooms in broth or stir-frying them with vegetables, also work well. Dr. Weil's Vitamin Advisor Receive Your FREE Personalized [Vitamin Recommendation] & [Supplement Plan] Today! 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[Start your 14-day free trial now and save 30% when you join!] [Seasonal Food]Seasonal Food Pomegranates The pomegranate is an extraordinary fruit, steeped in history: the number of seeds (roughly 613) found in a single fruit were said by ancient scholars to correspond to the 613 commandments of the Hebrew Torah. A new study claims that pomegranate fruit and/or juice may help prevent or alleviate heart disease and atherosclerosis, high cholesterol, prostate cancer and Alzheimer's disease. If you have access to inexpensive pomegranates (as many in the southern U.S. do; the trees grow prolifically with little tending) or can afford the delicious but rather expensive juices now on the market, by all means indulge. And if you can't, remember that deep-colored fruits such as cherries, blueberries and raspberries, and deep-colored vegetables, all offer similar benefits. Enjoy! Try the [Minted Guacamole with Pomegranate Seeds] recipe! [Food as Medicine] Dark Chocolate And Your Heart The good news about dark chocolate (besides the taste) is that it contains healthful antioxidants that may offer protection against heart disease. In addition, cocoa butter - a saturated fat - may have a beneficial effect on cholesterol levels. A number of chemically active compounds in dark chocolate can improve mood by boosting serotonin and endorphin levels in the brain. And consuming dark chocolate may slow the oxidation of LDL ("bad") cholesterol. Milk chocolate is not as heart-healthy as dark chocolate: it contains more sugar and less cocoa and antioxidants. By eating an ounce of dark chocolate with at least 70 percent pure cocoa solids a few times a week, you can enjoy its benefits without guilt. When you're indulging, savor the flavor and texture, and try to note the effects it has on your body. [Tip]Tip: Pomegranate seeds can be used in salads, added to cocktails or thrown on top of desserts for additional color, interest and texture - not to mention health benefits! [Checklist] Anti-Inflammatory Diet Shopping Cart Makeover: Part 2 Last week we covered the produce, canned goods and bread sections of the grocery store and healthy choices to make when shopping. This week we cover three more areas - use these suggestions to get started on - and stick with - the anti-inflammatory diet. [Checklist] 1.Dairy/Refrigerator Case/Frozen Foods: Avoid anything with carrageenan (which may be irritating to the digestive tract), choose dairy products without a lot of added sugar, and choose frozen foods that are organic. Avoid frozen meals that are high in sodium, and instead opt for healthier protein sources such as frozen edamame, omega-3 enriched eggs and fresh tofu. [Checklist] 2.Meat/Seafood: Choose fresh or frozen to widen your selection, and focus on seafood. When buying salmon, always opt for wild-caught Alaskan varieties. [Checklist] 3.Healthy Fats: Choose unsalted or low-salt varieties of nuts and seeds that are raw or dry-roasted (store seeds in the freezer for freshness) and always choose a high-quality extra virgin olive oil or organic, expeller-pressed canola oil for cooking and baking. To ensure delivery to your inbox, add [e-bulletins@communications.drweil.com] to your address book. [Unsubscribe] | [Privacy Policy] | [Contact Us] Copyright 2017 Weil Lifestyle, PO Box 24762, Tempe, AZ 85285