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Splenda
The Center for Science in the Public Interest downgrades safety of #Sucralose (Splenda), from gcautionh to gavoidh ow.ly/ZK8b0
Wednesday, April 13, 2016
Dirty Dozen
The 'Dirty Dozen' Produce Named Worst for Pesticide Exposure
- By DR. GRETCHEN WINTER
Apr 13, 2016, 5:21 PM ET
Strawberries Top List of Produce With the Most Pesticides SHARES
Those tart, sweet strawberries youfre eating this summer may be putting more than antioxidants in your system. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) declares strawberries the worst culprit for pesticide exposure this year, demoting the worst offender for the last five years, apples, to second place.
The gDirty Dozenh list, updated annually by the EWG, outlines which produce items are most likely to contain pesticides. The goal of this list is to help people consider which produce may be best to buy organic, according to the organization. Topping the gDirty Dozenh list are strawberries, apples, nectarines, and peaches. The gClean Fifteenh lists items the EWG says you can safely eat with minimal concern for pesticides, including avocados, sweet corn, and pineapples.
This year's list of fruits and vegetables found to have the most pesticide residue by the
EWG includes:
1. Strawberries
2. Apples
3. Nectarines
4. Peaches
5. Celery
6. Grapes
7. Cherries
8. Spinach
9. Tomatoes
10. Sweet bell peppers
11. Cherry tomatoes
12. Cucumbers
The use of pesticides is largely cosmetic and designed to make our food prettier, according to Dr. Jennifer A. Lowry, section chief of toxicology at Childrenfs Mercy in Kansas City and chair to the Council on Environmental Health for the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
gIf a bug landed on your strawberry itfs not going to taste any different and it actually might be healthier because it wouldnft have pesticides,h she said.
Pesticides in food are regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency(EPA), which sets maximum amounts of pesticides that can legally be in or on food, and these are enforced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Samples of different foods are tested by the FDA and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to ensure safety. The majority of American produce falls within the guidelines.
In 2012, approximately 70 percent of fruit and 61 percent of vegetables grown in the U.S. had detectable levels of pesticide residues. However, the vast majority -- 98 percent of fruits and 95 percent of vegetables -- were below legal limits.
While some shoppers are clamoring for organic produce and avoiding pesticides, the health effects of buying organic are still unclear. Prior studies have associated pesticides with poor health outcomes like cancer in children, behavioral problems, and even lower cognitive function. But a review of prior research, published in 2012 in The Annals of Internal Medicine, found a lack of strong evidence that eating organic foods led to better health.
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) refers pediatricians and parents to the EWG for information when looking to reduce pesticide exposure. However, they explicitly state that it is more important for children to eat a wide variety of produce, conventional or organic. They also encourage washing produce thoroughly.
gIf you can afford organic, great, but if you canft, then you need to get it in any way you can, whether itfs in a can, frozen, or fresh,h Lowry said.
When shopping for your next batch of strawberries, remember that organic varieties may decrease your exposure to pesticides but there is not substantial evidence it will make you healthier.
gIf I have the choice between eating the red, shiny [non-organic] strawberry or no strawberry, Ifm going to eat the strawberry, and Ifm going to tell my patients to eat the strawberry,h Lowry told ABC News.
Dr. Gretchen Winter is completing a combined residency in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at Indiana University and will be starting a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at The Cleveland Clinic this year. She is a resident in the ABC News medical unit.
Tuesday, April 12, 2016
Monday, April 11, 2016
Jerky
Jerky
Jerky is one of the tastiest snacks in existence. It's packed with richness, saltiness, and spiciness, and it's one of those things that you can't stop eating once you start. It's also fairly expensive, unless you're opting for the gas station variety which is… er… jerky in the same way that Folgers is coffee.
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My solution? Make your own jerky! Homemade jerky is more delicious, more nutritious, more fun, and more affordable than the store-bought version. And it's really easy to make, even without a dehydrator.
Step 1: Choose Your Meat
Unlike when cooking a steak, having an upper echelon quality cut of meat is not very important. It's still best to start with a grass-fed, well-raised piece of steak, as these have the best flavor, but don't waste your money on filet mignon or porterhouse.
I recommend flank steak, which is as cheap as it is delicious. That said, I've used ribeye here, mainly because Trader Joe's doesn't carry flank steak in anything other than enormous portions.
Alternately, you can use a healthier meat, such as chicken and turkey; these not only make delicious jerky for humans, but for dogs as well.
Step 2: Trim the Fat
Beef fat doesn't render, so you'll want to trim off any and all excess fat.
Step 3: Cut the Steak
I recommend freezing (or partially freezing) the steak before cutting it, as this makes it much easier to slice.
Cut thin ribbons; I go for 1/8 of an inch, but it's a matter of personal preference.
Step 4: Make a Marinade
There are three essential elements to a jerky: salt (which provides, well, saltiness, but also brings out the flavor of the meat), pepper (for spiciness), and vinegar (which concentrates high levels of flavor in the beef). You can use any kind of vinegar you want, though balsamic would give you a very unique flavor.
For this batch of jerky, I've chosen apple cider vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and Sriracha sauce. I also added a little water to thin the marinade. Combine all of your ingredients and whisk until they've dissolved together.
Step 5: Marinate the Meat
It goes without saying that the longer you marinate your meat, the more flavorful your jerky will be. You should let the meat marinate for at least an hour, but preferably for 4–12. (It almost goes without saying you should cover the meat and refrigerate it while it's marinating.)
Step 6: Throw It in the Oven
You'll want to cook your jerky at a very low temperature, as this best replicates the effects of a dehydrator. Turn your oven to 170°F, if it will go that low (if not, 180–200°F will still work). Then, line your strips of beef (or other jerky meat) on a cooling rack atop a cookie sheet.
If you don't have a cooling rack, you can place the jerky directly on your oven rack. Be warned, however, that the marinade will drip, so place something under the meat to collect the juice.
Another option is to fake a roasting rack instead, but you'll still want to have a cookie sheet underneath to collect the marinade.
Step 7: Bake
Bake your meat for 2–5 hours. Times will vary depending on the temperature of the oven, the thickness of your slices, and your desired chewiness.
Then enjoy! After you've eaten your fill, put the rest in the fridge.
Benefits of Homemade Jerky
Homemade jerky is healthier than the store-bought stuff, as it eschews many of the weird flavors and preservatives that find their way into the commercial product. It's also cheaper (especially if you wait for good deals on meat), but my favorite perk is that you can personalize the flavor to exactly what you crave. And your house will smell delicious in the process!
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Cake
If you're a believer that cake isn't just for birthdays, mark this recipe. We Southerners believe cake is for all occasions — including breakfast!
Celebrating before 9 a.m.? Do it up, y'all! This is delicious with New Orleans-style Café au Lait.
Cinnamon Pecan Coffee Cake
Serves 9
Ingredients for the cake
- 1 cup (150 g) pecan halves
- ¼ cup (60 ml) avocado, coconut or olive oil
- 3 pastured eggs
- ½ cup (120 ml) full-fat coconut milk (or preferred dairy-free milk)
- ¼ cup (30 g) coconut flour
- ¼ cup (30 g) tapioca
- ¼ cup (30 g) water chestnut flour
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ⅓ cup (65 g) coconut palm sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Ingredients for the topping
- ½ cup (75 g) pecan pieces
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoon (24 g) coconut palm sugar
- 2 tablespoon (30 ml) avocado, coconut or olive oil
Preparation
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, or gas mark 4).
2. To make the cake, combine all the ingredients in a blender. Blend until you have a creamy consistency, then pour into an 8 x 8-inch (20 x 20-cm) greased baking pan or casserole dish.
Alternatively, you can bake this in a loaf pan. Bake for 20 minutes.
3. To make the topping, while the cake is baking, combine the topping ingredients. Remove the coffee cake from the oven and spread the topping over the top of the cake.
4. Return to the oven for an additional 10–15 minutes, until the topping is crisp. Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
This recipe was an excerpt from Down South Paleo: Delectable Southern Recipes Adapted for Gluten-free, Paleo Eaters
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Ringworm
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An over the counter cream with miconazole or clotrimazole in it. Can use store brand. The higher cost brand names might be Micatin, Tinactin, Mycelex or Lamisil.
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Potatoes
Potatoes
Poor potatoes are often avoided because theyfre high in carbohydrates, but research suggests that potatoes can actually get your body to burn fat like a pro. Shape writes that in addition to providing fiber and C and B vitamins, once potatoes cook and cool, they become loaded with resistant starch, a unique carb thatfs been shown to cause your body to rev up and burn fat.
Herefs how it works: Your body canft digest or absorb resistant starch, so instead it ferments it when it reaches the large intestine, triggering your body to burn fat instead of carbs. Livestrong recommends eating your potato with a source of lean protein. Consider topping your potato with beans and fat-free cheddar cheese, tuna salad made with fat-free yogurt, or diced chicken breast and sliced mushrooms. It will help lower the glycemic index of your meal, making it an even better fat-burning option.
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Poor potatoes are often avoided because theyfre high in carbohydrates, but research suggests that potatoes can actually get your body to burn fat like a pro. Shape writes that in addition to providing fiber and C and B vitamins, once potatoes cook and cool, they become loaded with resistant starch, a unique carb thatfs been shown to cause your body to rev up and burn fat.
Herefs how it works: Your body canft digest or absorb resistant starch, so instead it ferments it when it reaches the large intestine, triggering your body to burn fat instead of carbs. Livestrong recommends eating your potato with a source of lean protein. Consider topping your potato with beans and fat-free cheddar cheese, tuna salad made with fat-free yogurt, or diced chicken breast and sliced mushrooms. It will help lower the glycemic index of your meal, making it an even better fat-burning option.
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The Train
The Train
THIS IS VERY BEAUTIFUL ANALOGY OF LIFE. I AM HONORED TO SHARE IT.
When we boarded the train and met our parents, we believe they would always
travel by our side. However, at some station our parents will step down from the
train, leaving us on this journey alone. As time
goes by, other people will
board the train; and they will be significant, i.e, our siblings, friends,
children, and even the love of your life. Many will step down and leave a
permanent vacuum. Others will go so unnoticed that we don't realize they vacated
their seats. This
train ride will
be full of joy, sorrow, fantasy, expectations,
hellos, goodbyes, and farewells. Success consists of having a good relationship
with all passengers requiring that we give the best of ourselves.
The mystery to everyone is: We do not know at which station we ourselves
will step down. So, we must live in the best way, love, forgive, and offer the
best of who we are. It is important to do this because when the time comes for
us to step down and leave our seat empty we should leave behind beautiful
memories for those who will continue to travel on the train of life.
I wish you a joyful
journey on the train of life. Reap success and give
lots of love. More importantly, thank God for the journey.
Lastly, I thank you for being one of the passengers on my train.
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THIS IS VERY BEAUTIFUL ANALOGY OF LIFE. I AM HONORED TO SHARE IT.
When we boarded the train and met our parents, we believe they would always
travel by our side. However, at some station our parents will step down from the
train, leaving us on this journey alone. As time
goes by, other people will
board the train; and they will be significant, i.e, our siblings, friends,
children, and even the love of your life. Many will step down and leave a
permanent vacuum. Others will go so unnoticed that we don't realize they vacated
their seats. This
train ride will
be full of joy, sorrow, fantasy, expectations,
hellos, goodbyes, and farewells. Success consists of having a good relationship
with all passengers requiring that we give the best of ourselves.
The mystery to everyone is: We do not know at which station we ourselves
will step down. So, we must live in the best way, love, forgive, and offer the
best of who we are. It is important to do this because when the time comes for
us to step down and leave our seat empty we should leave behind beautiful
memories for those who will continue to travel on the train of life.
I wish you a joyful
journey on the train of life. Reap success and give
lots of love. More importantly, thank God for the journey.
Lastly, I thank you for being one of the passengers on my train.
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Liver Cleanse
Liver Cleanse
Shaped like a boomerang and coming in at a mere three pounds, your liver works hard for you everyday, possibly more than you could imagine. It's the second largest organ in your body and yet, probably not one you give much thought to until something goes wrong. Your liver keeps things going, and is often referred to as the gatekeeper of your body. Like a silent housekeeper, it's always working around the clock, cleaning up whatever goes in, and assisting with what goes out. Just like you mop up a mess on your kitchen floor, your liver does somewhat of the same thing with all the toxins from our food supply and the environment. It also performs everyday functions that you might not be aware of, and protects you from a number of nasty health conditions when you care for it properly.
Whatever you put in your body, your liver has to deal with and process, on top of other everyday functions, such as: use carbs, protein, and fats to process into energy, assist in digestion, use 30 percent of the circulating blood in your body every minute to perform chemical reactions that remove harmful toxins, distribute and store essential nutrients, make proteins, and detoxify your blood from carcinogens, or toxic invaders like alcohol, and other harmful food ingredients. And you thought your day job was hard!
How Food Fits Into the Equation
As you can see, your liver health is nothing to play around with, so feeding it and your body beneficial foods only makes good sense. One of the best things you can do for your liver is to eat a healthy, plant-based diet. Health experts recommended eliminating or reducing animal foods to care for your liver, just as much as they do eliminating alcohol, refined sugar, excess caffeine, and processed foods. Why? A whole foods, plant-based diet is free of toxins that are found in animals, such antibiotics, natural hormones, along with a host of other ingredients. It's also rich in antioxidants, naturally cleansing properties like fiber and water, and contains non-acidic proteins that are more friendly to your body than animal sources. Considering 85-90 percent of all blood that leaves your stomach and intestines after digestion goes straight to your liver for the processing of nutrients or the removal of toxins, you can easily see why it's important to eat a diet that's friendly to your blood and liver – so your liver can produce nutrients more than it does filter out toxins!
Here are 10 of the top liver-friendly foods to include in your diet, which aid in daily cleansing, rejuvenation, detoxification, and nourishment for the vital organ in your body:
1. Beets
Beets are bright and beautiful, like an insane shot of wellness for your whole body, including your liver. Their red, purplish hues may seem a bit overwhelming, but nature was smart in the way she created foods to mimic the benefits they have on the body. For example, beets look like the color of blood, and coincidentally, they naturally cleanse and purify the blood, which boosts liver function, and nutrient production in your body. Beets are also high in antioxidants and important nutrients including: folate, fiber (in the form of pectin), iron, betaine, betalains, betacyanin, and betanin. Pectin is a soluble form of fiber that's well known for its cleansing properties and ability to keep you full. Beets' fibers and nutrients help the body flush toxins that are often stored in our liver so they can be evacuated out of the body instead of reabsorbed into the bloodstream. So, stop hating on the bloody color of beets- these little red gems are amazing for you! Find out how to use them best with some of our best beet recipes.
2. Broccoli
Shaped like mini trees, broccoli gives life to your body and its bright green hues indicate the high level of antioxidants and chlorophyll found in the cruciferous veggie. Broccoli is high in fiber that naturally cleanses the body from carcinogens and other toxins. Broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and other members of the cruciferous veggie family also contain glucosinolates which help the liver produce enzymes to aid in the removal of toxins and aid in digestion. Broccoli is also a good source of fat-soluble Vitamin E, an especially important antioxidant for the liver. If you're tired of typical broccoli recipes, try these 12 Yummy Ways to Enjoy Broccoli for something new!
3. Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes (along with carrots and winter squash such as butternut and pumpkin) are all rich in beta-carotene, which is a natural anti-inflammatory nutrients your body loves! Beta carotene converts to Vitamin A in the body, directly in the liver. It's important to get your Vitamin A through beta-carotene rich foods in place of supplements. Supplements with too much Vitamin A can be toxic to the liver since Vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin (meaning more gets stored than excreted.) Sweet potatoes and other foods rich in Vitamin A, however, do not cause liver toxicityand can not be stored for long-term use like supplements can. Sweet potatoes are also rich in fiber and Vitamin C, other cleansing and immunity-boosting nutrients that help your liver function at its best. Try using sweet potatoes roasted in a hearty, plant-based dinner, or use them as a simple lunch by stuffing them with salsa and some hummus for an easy mid-day meal.
4. Lemons
Lemons love your liver and your liver loves them right back! Lemons are a natural cleansing food and essentially one of the best to "get things going" in all areas of your body. Lemons provide a wealth of antioxidants, primarily Vitamin C, and they help your liver produce more enzymes which give you more energy and help with digestion. Lemons are also a natural replacement for salt in the diet since they're high in electrolytes that support your body but that don't dehydrate your cells like sodium does. In fact, they're often recommended as a salt replacement for individuals on a liver disease diet for this reason. Lemons are also alkalizing to the body, despite being acidic on their own. Once they enter the body, they help neutralize toxins, excrete wastes, and jump start the entire digestive process. Use organic lemons since you don't want any chemicals from conventional lemon peels interfering with their benefits. This Red Lentil Soup with Fresh Cilantro and Lemon is a great recipe to care for your liver and your appetite at the same time!
5. Lentils
Speaking of lentils, your liver loves them too! Lentils are rich in fiber, which assists with the cleansing process and they're also a natural source of plant-based protein. Too much protein is not recommended since it can be especially hard on the liver. Lentils provide just enough protein to support your body without causing any harm. They're also some of the easiest legumes to digest, which will help your body use them better for nutrient distribution.
6. Minimal Amounts of Healthy Fats
Healthy fats are important to any diet, plant-based or not, but too much is never a good thing when it comes to fats. Your liver needs fat for proper function, but too much can cause problems with bile production, which will affect the digestion of fats and possibly other issues of digestion. Healthy fats that are beneficial for your liver include: avocados, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and almonds, along with olives, coconut, chia seeds, and flax seeds. Other nuts and seeds are also beneficial, but be sure to avoid most oils, which can be hard on the liver to process and distribute into nutrients. Some exceptions include small amounts of olive, flax, or coconut oil. Avocados and walnuts are especially rich in properties that help your body produce more glutathione, which is used for the detoxification and filtration of harmful substances. This Creamy Pumpkin Acai Bowl is a fantastic way to enjoy avocados in a delicious new way if you need a fresh idea.
7. Apples
Apples are rich in pectin, the soluble fiber that helps remove toxins and cholesterol from the blood, which helps your liver big time! They're also rich in malic acid, a naturally cleansing nutrient that removes carcinogens and other toxins from the blood. Granny Smith apples are especially rich in malic acid, along with being one of the most antioxidant-rich apple varieties. All apples are great for your liver, however, but be sure to choose organic apples since they're one of the worst sources of pesticides in conventional form.
8. Garlic
Garlic is rich in allicin and selenium, two powerhouse nutrients for your liver. They act in cleansing and in nourishing the entire body, especially the blood. Selenium is a naturally detoxifying mineral and allicin helps ward off immune system invaders, which helps lighten the load on your liver. Garlic also activates enzymes in the liver which help with overall digestion and flushing out toxins. Use whole garlic cloves as the best option, instead of processed minced garlic or powder. Roasted Garlic, Miso and Green Soup would be an excellent liver-friendly recipe to enjoy.
9. Onions
Like garlic, onions are also rich in allicin that flush out the liver and the digestive tract. They're also packed with potassium, fiber, phytonutrients, and flavonoids that help your body do everything from fight a nasty cold to repel toxic chemicals. Onions may stink odor-wise, but they're are a well-known detoxifying food to enjoy anyhow. To avoid possible indigestion, avoid too many raw onions and give them a gentle cooking. Try them in a recipe such as Soothing Vegan French Onion Soup or Eggplant, Onion and Tomato Stew.
10. Leafy Greens
The nutritional all-star ingredients for just about every health issue are leafy greens. Like the rest of your body, your liver loves the leafies! Spinach, kale, chard, romaine, arugula, and collards are all some of the most nutrient dense leafy greens to enjoy. They're packed with chlorophyll to purify the blood, which assists in liver function and they help neutralize heavy metals, toxic chemicals, and even pesticides that burden the liver. Just be sure to buy organic once again, so you get the benefits. Tired of your usual recipes? Here are 35 Delicious Ways to Eat More Greens!
Now give your liver some plant-based lovin with these foods and remember that sugar, alcohol, lack of exercise, multiple trips to the coffee maker, animal foods, and stuff out of a box and bag with a laundry list of ingredients are not your liver's friend. Take care of your liver so it can take care of you!
Image Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture/Flickr
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Bulletproof Coffee and the Case for Butter as a He
Bulletproof Coffee and the Case for Butter as a Health Food
Photo: Pond5
Butter is making a comeback \ and it has nothing to do with Paula Deen. Once maligned as a high-calorie, artery-clogging disaster, butter is now re-emerging as a staple in the diets of some health-minded folks. Case in point: Coffee aficionados are mixing their brew with butter, and Paleo folks are debating whether the spread belongs on their list of OK-to-eat foods. Clarified butter, also known as ghee, is even experiencing a culinary moment as it becomes popular outside of traditional Indian cuisine.
So should butter be a mainstay in high-fat diets? Or should you swear it off in the name of better cholesterol? Read on to find out.
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Bulletproof Coffee: Bringing Butter Back to the Breakfast Table
If you think whole milk feels like a splurge, the idea of mixing up a cup of Bulletproof coffee, which requires adding one to two tablespoons of grass-fed, unsalted butter to your java, might seem downright sinful. Nonetheless, the trend has caught on among followers who say itfs both energizing and filling. BulletProof coffee is the brainchild of Dave Asprey, a Silicon Valley investor turned health nut, who lost more than 100 pounds by eating a diet rich in healthy fats.
gOne of the big misconceptions is that eating fat makes you fat, because it has more calories.h
Asprey was inspired to swap out butter for traditional coffee creamers while on a trip to Nepal. gI happened upon yak butter tea, a traditional high-energy food eaten by Tibetans,h Asprey says. gNormally at high latitude you feel really unwell, but I drank it and felt rejuvenated.h Upon his return to the U.S., he came up with his own version, made with specialty Bulletproof beans, Brain Octane (a healthy oil made from coconut and palm kernels) and butter.
After weighing 300 pounds in his 20s, Asprey eventually slimmed down by incorporating more healthy fats, and fewer trans fats, gluten, sugar and other inflammatory foods in his diet. Now, his new book gThe Bulletproof Diet,h claims to offer a weight loss solution that lets you have your butter, and eat it too.
gButter has always been a healthy part of the diet in almost every culture; butter is a traditional food,h Asprey says. The one caveat: Asprey advises only buying butter made from grass-fed or pasturedcows. gIf youfre going to eat butter, the health of the animal that made the butter is really important.h
Photo: Pond5
Does Butter Make You Fat?
In just one tablespoon of butter, there are 100 calories and 11 grams of fat (including 7 grams of saturated fat) \ which makes it hard to argue that butter is a ghealthh food. Yet, the nutrition facts might not tell the whole story here. gOne of the big misconceptions is that eating fat makes you fat, because it has more calories,h Asprey says.
gDo I think people need to cut butter out completely? Absolutely not.h
Plus, a recent study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that people who ate more saturated fat didnft necessarily have higher rates of heart disease \ indicating that high-fat, meat-filled diets might not necessarily be your heartfs worst enemy. Though controversial, the research got people wondering if butter wasnft quite so bad.
Lisa Cimperman, RDN, LD, and a clinical dietician at University Hospitals Case Medical Center, says she gets questions about butter from her patients all the time. gWe learned at one point that saturated fat increased cholesterol levels and increased our risk for heart disease, so everybody went low-fat and we replaced all those calories with simple sugars and refined carbohydrates,h Cimperman says. gIn doing so, we actually didnft improve the quality of our diets and we just continued to get fatter \ and our rates of heart disease were just as significant as before.h
Asprey advocates a diet rich in vegetables, high-quality protein, such as grass-fed beef or wild-caught fish, and supplemented with butter and healthy fats, such as guacamole, tropical oils (like coconut), fish oil, or nuts.
RELATED: 8 Lower-Calorie Nut Butter Recipes
So Is Butter Healthy Now?
Despite the health hype, your best bet with butter is still to eat it in moderation, Cimperman says. She recommends people use it when they crave a buttery taste, such as on toast, rather than cooking with it. gDo I think people need to cut butter out completely? Absolutely not.h Cimperman says. gBut I would encourage other oils and fats that are unsaturated as the mains source of fat, and butter as an accent.h
For anyone on a high-fat diet rich in meats, oils or butter (including the Paleo peeps out there), Cimperman said shefd still advise being wary of saturated fat, despite recent studies. gFor anyone who is going to do the Paleo diet, limiting saturated fat is one of the things I would talk to them about, and with that emphasizing unsaturated fats as other things to eat.h Some of her favorites: peanut butter and other nut butters, oils, nuts and fish.
Craving more healthy fats in your life? Try one of these 14 Guilt-Free Mug Cake Recipes. Then sweat it out, with this gritty, calorie-blasting workout.
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