Posts Tagged ‘vitamin d’
Friday, January 15th, 2010
The fascinating world of mushrooms The Huffington Post flaunts mushrooms for their immunity-boosting power and other nutritional benefits, including their potassium and fiber content. Mushrooms are so versatile; you can serve them as the “meat” of the dish, or as the complement on the side. We couldn’t word it better: “From portobello to shiitake to crimini, the possibilities are endless!”
Mushroom Love The News-Herald lets readers know that mushrooms are the key ingredient for livening up winter meals. Rich in antioxidants and vitamin D (perfect for cold and flu season), mushrooms can easily be added to many types of dishes. Give the Mushroom Strudel recipe a whirl, too!
Boost your immune system with healthy meals Mushrooms increase the production of white blood cells, our immunity bodyguards, making them the perfect low calorie choice for illness-ridden winter months. Jae Berman, MS, RD, also recommends eating chicken noodle soup, as the chicken releases an immunity-boosting amino acid as it cooks. Other protein sources are great for immunity as well – try fish and shellfish for the omega 3 fatty acids, or beef for its zinc content.
Tags: antioxidants, fiber, immunity, Mushroom News, potassium, vitamin d
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Friday, January 8th, 2010
Giving your body a boost The Spokesman-Review offers immunity-boosting tips for the winter months. Mushrooms are noted as a food that maintains the immune system, as are pomegranate kernels, kale, garlic, ginger and onions. Get your immunity boost by adding versatile mushrooms to hearty soups and stir-fries!
Illness Fighting Foods This “Today Show” segment features Fitness magazine’s executive editor, Pam O’Brien, to discuss foods that can cure and prevent an array of illnesses:
- Fend off colds and boost immunity with mushrooms, salmon, yogurt and sunflower seeds
- Stop stress with curry, milk, shrimp, red sweet peppers and pistachios
- Eliminate headaches with snapper, quinoa, black beans and cayenne pepper
- Soothe stomach pain with ginger, peppermint oil, yogurt, fennel and fiber
Healthy ways to beat the blues Kick the post-holiday blues with a diet full of nutrients. It is recommended to eat smart carbs (like whole grains) and vitamin-D rich foods (like mushrooms) to calm nerves. Both carbohydrates and vitamin D help to boost moods and reduce anxiety because they aid in raising levels of serotonin in the brain. The Times-Gazette also suggests eating foods that are high in protein to boost alertness. Protein-rich foods contain the amino acid tyrosine that boosts levels of dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain, making it easier to concentrate.
Tags: carbohydrates, headaches, immunity, mood, Mushroom News, protein, stomach pain, stress, vitamin d
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Wednesday, December 30th, 2009
Surprise: Mushrooms full of nutrients Don’t be fooled by mushrooms and their lack of color – just because mushrooms are white does not mean they are not nutritional powerhouses. The Detroit Free Press alerts readers of this common misperception, and notes that mushrooms are in fact dense in nutrients. Not only do they supply B vitamins like riboflavin, niacin and pantothenic acid for energy, but they also are rich in folic acid, iron, potassium and antioxidants like selenium. Get these nutrients by giving their recipe for Mushroom Almond Paté a try at your New Year’s Eve party!
Wild Mushroom Mix Enjoy this vegan and gluten-free mushroom mixture atop pizzas, as a dip with crostinis for an appetizer, or even use it as the base for a hearty mushroom soup! The versatility is endless!
Top 10 health tips for 2010 Our friends from Canada over at The Daily Observer share the most important health tips for 2010. Aside from vitamin D topping the list (be sure to eat your mushrooms!), washing your hands to prevent catching airborne illnesses and measuring your waistline rather than hopping on a scale is recommended. Belly fat is particularly dangerous, possibly leading to a higher risk for heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure. Measuring tapes are less expensive than scales anyway…
Drug from mushroom may help treat cancer Unrelated to our research at City of Hope on white button mushrooms and breast cancer, researchers at the University of Nottingham have discovered that a wild mushroom native to China, cordyceps, may be effective in treating cancer as well. “The researchers say low-dose cordycepin (the medication that includes cordyceps) seems to inhibit the uncontrolled growth and division of cells and at high doses it also inhibits growth by stopping cells from sticking together.” Aren’t mushrooms amazing?
Tags: antioxidants, B vitamins, cancer research, folic acid, gluten-free, iron, Mushroom News, New Year's Eve, potassium, selenium, vegan, versatility, vitamin d
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Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009
Mushrooms: The Flavor of the Dark The New York Times touts mushrooms as the “most versatile of ingredients,” highlighting their meaty texture and deep flavor. The nutritional bang for your buck that you gain from adding mushrooms to your favorite dishes is also noted. One serving of raw white button mushrooms only adds a mere 18 calories to your meal, but tons of nutrients! Did you know mushrooms are chocked full of B vitamins, which help to break down proteins, fats and carbs to get you energized?
Vitamin D: It does a body better than we thought We’ve all known that vitamin D is great for bone health, but more and more new scientific research suggests links between low vitamin D levels and many chronic illnesses. On the flip side, increasing the amount of vitamin D in your diet (by eating D-rich foods like mushrooms!) can possibly decrease your risk for certain cancers, help you lose weight and boost your immune system.
Fungus or Feast? Make Room for Mushrooms Need a last-minute recipe idea to spice up your holiday menu? Why don’t you give one of these five unique mushroom recipes a shot, per recommendation from The New York Times!
Tags: B vitamins, bone health, cancer prevention, energy, immunity, Mushroom News, Mushroom Recipes, vitamin d, weight loss
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Friday, December 11th, 2009
10 Surprisingly Healthy Foods Some people still believe that mushrooms add flavor to meals, but no nutrition. Cooking Light turns this idea on its head by highlighting that mushrooms are the only fruit or veggie with natural vitamin D. A couple other “surprisingly” healthy foods that make the list are dark chocolate (it may help reduce high blood pressure, in small portions of course) and potatoes (they’re a great source of potassium and fiber). Check out their recipe for Mushroom-Herb Chicken as well.
Sick This Holiday Season? The holiday season is busy for all, and unfortunately it’s a prime time for illnesses to weigh us down. CBS recommends three ways to stay healthy for the holidays:
1) Get enough sleep – an adult needs 7-8 hours each night
2) Wash hands properly – scrub for 20-30 seconds and dry with a paper towel, not a blower
3) Load up on vitamin D – try to eat foods like mushrooms, salmon or eggs
Party Food The holiday season crept up fast. If you need some new holiday appetizer ideas, check out these mushroom rolls suggested by The New York Times’ blog, Bitten. Mushrooms are very versatile and add a nutritious kick to any meal.
Adjusting to winter Americans hardly ever get enough vitamin D throughout the winter, as less time is spent outdoors – which is especially true for northerners. The “sunshine vitamin” can be hard to get during the winter months, but not if you eat the right foods (like mushrooms!). A vitamin D deficiency can be very dangerous, not only for bone health but also in regard to cancer prevention, immunity and overall wellbeing.
Tags: dark chocolate, holiday season, immunity, Mushroom News, potatoes, sleep, vitamin d, winter
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Friday, December 4th, 2009
Health Tip of the week: Going Meatless with Mushrooms Winter is a time of year when we all crave comfort foods, and often times those are the foods full of extra calories. The Plain Dealer suggests skipping the extra fat by replacing meat with mushrooms! A study found that the meals made over with mushrooms not only reduced the participants’ caloric intake, but they felt just as satiated at the end of the meal.
How To Boost Your Immune System Against H1N1 Swine Flu Gather.com recommends an all-natural approach to staving off swine flu by strengthening your immune system – which starts with a healthy diet and drinking plenty of fluids. Stock up on fresh fruits and veggies, lean protein and whole grains. Also look for foods containing powerful antioxidants, like mushrooms!
A healthy makeover of a takeout staple Crave Chinese food but trying to watch your diet? Try this healthy twist on a Chinese takeout classic, chicken and shiitake mushroom lo mein. This recipe will satisfy your cravings, but with only four teaspoons of oil and a lot less sodium.
From the Dietician: Nutrients in food can boost immunity The Des Moines Register says vaccines aren’t the answer to cold and flu season – it’s all about what’s on your plate! Power-pack your diet with probiotics, zinc, antioxidants and vitamin D. Mushrooms are a source of vitamin D, as highlighted in the article, but don’t forget they have zinc and antioxidants too!
Bright Ideas for Treating the Winter Blues Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) affects six percent of Americans throughout the winter months. To kick those winter blues The Wall Street Journal offers some tips. Light therapy, avoiding too many carbs in your diet, exercising outdoors and getting enough vitamin D (found in mushrooms!) could help to keep you in bright spirits in darker months.
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