Asparagus Salad, 10 Healthy Grains, Best Soymilk Choices

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Soymilk - an excellent substitute for cow's milk in many culinary applications - does not contain milk protein (casein), which can increase mucus production and irritate the immune system in some people. It's also free of milk sugar (lactose), which can cause digestive distress in those that are lactose intolerant, and is a good source of protein - one cup contains four to 10 grams. When choosing soymilk, opt for a brand that is fortified with calcium (while soymilk is naturally a good source of calcium, it doesn't have as much as cow's milk), organic (many soy crops are genetically modified and heavily treated with pesticides), and free of the thickening agent carrageenan (a seaweed derivative, which I believe may be irritating and harmful, especially to the intestinal tract). I recommend one to two one-cup servings daily. Dr. Weil's Vitamin Advisor Receive Your FREE Personalized [Vitamin Recommendation]( & [Supplement Plan]( Today! Dr. Weil on Healthy Aging Your Online Guide to the Anti-Inflammatory Diet. Start eating for your health - [begin your free trial now.]( Dr. Weil's Free Newsletters Expand your health knowledge with our [complimentary emails](. Dr. Weil's Head-to-Toe Wellness Guide Your guide to natural health.[Use the Wellness Guide today!]( Dr. Weil's Marketplace Soothe your body, mind & spirit with Dr. Weil recommended products. [Click here to visit the store.]( Not Getting Enough Veggies? Vegetables provide many key nutrients necessary for optimum health. If you aren't able to include fresh produce in your diet every day, consider filling the nutritional gap with a quality dietary supplement. Visit the [Weil Vitamin Advisor]( for more information and get your free supplement plan. [Seasonal Food]Seasonal Food Asparagus A good source of vitamins K and C, potassium and folate, asparagus may help support heart health and lower the risk of certain birth defects. A perennial with 20 edible varieties and a springtime favorite, asparagus is prized worldwide as a gourmet vegetable, yet it is easy to grow, fairly inexpensive to buy, and simple to cook. Green asparagus is the most common variety. White asparagus, which is grown by mounding soil around the growing stalk to inhibit development of chlorophyll, has a more delicate flavor and texture, and purple asparagus is smaller than the green or white varieties, and has a fruitier flavor. Purple asparagus also provides benefits from abundant phytonutrients called anthocyanins that give it its distinctive hue. When selecting asparagus, look for stems that are thin and firm, with closed tips that are deep green or purple in color. Try the [Shaved Asparagus and Arugula Salad]( recipe. [Food as Medicine] Getting Vitamin B7 Through Foods Vitamin B7, also known as biotin, is a water-soluble nutrient necessary for several key metabolic functions: it acts as a co-factor in many enzymatic reactions, and serious health conditions can result from biotin deficiency, including diseases of the skin, intestinal tract and nervous system. Biotin also plays a role in regulating blood glucose levels and may help in decreasing insulin resistance and improving glucose tolerance in those with type 2 diabetes. Lastly, it may be helpful in maintaining healthy hair and nails, and possibly preventing some birth defects. Dr. Weil recommends 50 mg of biotin as part of a B-complex that contains a full spectrum of B vitamins, including thiamine, B12, riboflavin and niacin. You can obtain biotin from many foods including barley, brewer's yeast, fortified cereals, corn, egg yolks, milk, soy and wheat bran. Avocado, bread, broccoli, cauliflower, cheese, chicken, fish, legumes, mushrooms, nuts, pork, potatoes and spinach also provide biotin. [Tip]Tip: An easy way to determine where to cut the ends of asparagus stems is to hold one stalk and break it - wherever the break naturally occurs is your guideline for trimming the rest of the stalks. [Checklist] 10 Healthy Grains Not all grains are equal - especially once they have been refined. A piece of white bread contains very few of the nutritional components that whole grains provide, whereas whole-grain foods provide the nutritional benefits of the entire grain. You get vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber and phytochemicals - most of which are lost in the refining process. Also, whenever possible, consume grains in their whole form, rather than ones that are ground into flour. Intact grains break down more slowly, providing steady energy throughout the day. Consider the following grains - each is a healthful addition to your overall health: [Checklist] 1.Whole-wheat berries and cracked wheat [Checklist] 2.Whole barley [Checklist] 3.Whole or steel-cut oats [Checklist] 4.Millet [Checklist] 5.Wild rice [Checklist] 6.Amaranth [Checklist] 7.Brown rice [Checklist] 8.Quinoa [Checklist] 9.Bulgur wheat [Checklist] 10.Buckwheat or kasha To ensure delivery to your inbox, add e-bulletins@communications.drweil.com to your address book. [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Contact Us](mailto:customercare@drweil.com) Copyright 2017 Weil Lifestyle, PO Box 24762, Tempe, AZ 85285