Ingredients:5 small potatoes,peeled and slicedVegetable cooking spray½ medium onion, minced1 small zucchini, sliced1½ cups green/red peppers, sliced thin5 medium mushrooms, sliced3 whole eggs, beaten5 egg whites, beatenPepper and garlic saltwith herbs,...
Tuesday, 30 June 2009
Spanish Omelet, can be used for breakfast, brunch or any meal
READ MORE - Spanish Omelet, can be used for breakfast, brunch or any meal
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Article on Supplements in Today's Boston Globe
Another good example is the old treatment for diarrhea. They used to withhold fluids, since that is intuitive. Problem is that will kill the patient with dehydration pretty quickly. The "flux" is I believe one name for those consequences often seen on...
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Testimonial: Since Jan 1st I have lost 23 pounds!
My doctor put me on a very restrictive diet and exercise program in January this year- well, it was restrictive for 6 days per week, then on day 7 I could eat whatever I wanted, nothing blacklisted. However, because I'm single and often eat meals at...
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Island Red Beans - 38g Carbs, 15g Fiber
(Habichuelas Coloradas Grandes) From: Eating Well Magazine September/October 2007NUTRITION PROFILE: Low Calorie | High Fiber | Low Cholesterol | Low Sat Fat | High Potassium | Heart Healthy | Diabetes Appropriate | Healthy WeightCilantro, chiles and...
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Slow-Cooked Beans - 49g Carbs, 12g Fiber
NUTRITION PROFILE: Low Calorie | High Fiber | Low Sodium | Low Cholesterol |Low Sat Fat | High Potassium | Heart Healthy | Healthy WeightBy cooking your own dried beans, you save money, reduce sodium and get better flavor along with, surprisingly, more...
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Fish Veracruz - 9g Carbs, 3g Fiber
From: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Terrific Diabetic MealsServings: 6Serving size: 4 ounces fish with 2-1/2 tablespoons sauce--> Fish1 lb red snapper fillets, in 6 portionsJuice of 1 1/2 lemonsFreshly ground black pepper to taste--> Sauce1 Tbsp...
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Morning Fasting NBR: Meds not the only worse
Meds not the only worse....worse can happen with high numbers....the damage to organs and vessels resulting in the 'complications' of dm. It may seem *very* far away to you now...but this is the best time to prevent the damage. I wish I had known that!!...
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Aztec Lime Corn Topper - 1g Carbs, 0g Fiber
NUTRITION PROFILE: Low Calorie | Low Carb | Low Sodium | Low Cholesterol | Low Sat Fat | Heart Healthy | Diabetes AppropriateServe this tangy corn alongside grilled flank steak and warm corn tortillas.Makes enough for 4 medium earsACTIVE TIME: 5 minutesTOTAL...
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Diet is Recommended That Lupus or Wolves of Disease
Lupus, or usually called the wolves of disease, can attack the outside of the body or in. Diet is recommended that:- consumption of many fruits and vegetables to get the beta karoten source,- vitamin C and Zinc to increase a body's immune- consumption...
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Delicious Benefits of Beans for Diabetes
Beans are a wonderful choice for people with diabetes. Here are some delicious ways to work them into your summer menus. Beans are a healthy choice for anyone--they' re low in fat, and offer protein and a variety of vitamins and minerals. But they may...
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4 Reasons to Eat Beans for Diabetics
They often get a bad rap for causing indigestion and flatulence, but the health benefits of beans (and other legumes, such as lentils and chickpeas) make them a stellar choice in a healthful diet. Beans are:1. An excellent source of vegetarian protein,...
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Beans are high in fiber and fiber is also good for diabetics
Beans are good for diabetics...I am posting some articles for your reading. They are also high in fiber and fiber is also good for diabetics.On a personal note:One year before my diabetes diagnosis I spent a week in the hospital suffering from a bout...
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Soup Beans - 37g Carbs, 12g Fiber
NUTRITION PROFILE: Low Calorie | High Fiber | Low Cholesterol | Low Sat Fat | High Potassium | Heart Healthy | Diabetes Appropriate | Healthy WeightLike poor people everywhere, mountain people in the South thrived for centuries on food that was indigenous,...
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Peace of Mind for Diabetic
You "discovered" this wonderful scheme that just happened to be developed by a company you worked for? Pretty easy discovery, I would guess. I don't think I could stand more peace of mind than I presently have. This is not a bad idea, but could only...
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Clinical Trial for Type 2 DM Adolescents
I am new to this group and wanted to send some information out about a Clinical Trial we are doing here at Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, CA. Please see the approved IRC article below. An investigational pediatric study is being conducted at Sutter...
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Blood Sugar "Morning-After Pill"?
Hello everyone. I have learned a lot from you all here on this forum. Thanks to those of you so willing take time to share your knowledge with us newbie diabetics.I was diagnosed 15 months ago at age 58. I took Metformin and Glimipiride for six months,...
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Monday, 29 June 2009
Have you considered contacting the manufacturer of your Metformin?
I ask this because, about a month ago, we received letters that the manufacturer was doing a RECALL on our DIGOXIN because there were either too high or too low dosages of Digoxin in the pills. We were advised to return all our Digoxin and it was replaced...
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Have you lost weight?
Have you lost weight? That tends to decrease insulin resistance which could lead to lower bg's. And the other thing is that sometimes our bodies, when treated with kind but firm consistency, will pull themselves together and start behaving properly....
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AFAIK, anything non-caloric to drink during those hours
>I was instructed to NOT eat or drink ANYTHING after 10 PM when I'm fasting for lab work. They did tell me water or BLACK coffee would be okay though.<8 hours is probably enough, some docs will say 12 (I take insulin and 12 would be very hard),...
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BS numbers and Meds question in metformin or metformin XR
I was DX'd in Feb of this year and have been working on getting my numbers in an optimal range. After about 3 weeks I did ok for a week or two then my numbers were higher (130-190 range for the most part).Last week I got a new bottle of metformin and...
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BG is affected by stress, diet, good health/ bad health
BG is affected by so much (stress, diet, good health/bad health) that it is my personal opinion, this is what changes our BG. But who am I to say -- right? At first blush, it seems unlikely. However, Metformin is produced in huge quantities, presumably...
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5 Reasons to Eat Raspberries
One of my favorite fruits is the raspberry. Known as an aggregate fruit, meaning that smaller sections with seeds and fruit create a larger whole, raspberries have significant nutritional value - they:1. Are a good source of vitamin C and fiber.2. Provide...
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5 Reasons to Eat Raspberries
One of my favorite fruits is the raspberry. Known as an aggregate fruit, meaning that smaller sections with seeds and fruit create a larger whole, raspberries have significant nutritional value - they:1. Are a good source of vitamin C and fiber.2. Provide...
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BS numbers and Meds question on Metformin
I am on metformin and every time I have to renew I always get the same pills and the exact size. I deal with a small town pharmacy also. I have been dealing with this pharmacy for over 25 years and have never had any problems with him. I get about 8...
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Morning Fasting MBR if You Drinking Coffee or Tea
I'm just curious. Why would coffee, assuming your drinking it in the morning and not drinking it at night, affect your fasting number. I've noticed that my fasting readings are often the highest in the day. I am trying to figure out why.. I infrequently...
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Higher Fasting Number is Called The Symogi Effect
Why would coffee, assuming your drinking it in the morning and not drinking it at night, affect your fasting number. I've noticed that my fasting readings are often the highest in the day. I am trying to figure out why.. I infrequently drink coffee in...
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Higher Fasting Number is Because of Something Called Dawn or Sunrise Phenomena
>Your higher fasting number is because of something called dawn or sunrise phenomena.<Can you point to a reference that refers to this as "Sunrise Phenomenon"? I've never seen anyone or anything -- written online or in print -- refer to it as anything...
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higher fasting number is because of something called dawn or sunrise henomena
>Your higher fasting number is because of something called dawn or sunrise phenomena.<Can you point to a reference that refers to this as "Sunrise Phenomenon"? I've never seen anyone or anything -- written online or in print -- refer to it as anything...
Sunday, 28 June 2009
The Humolog Adds for Meals and for Background Levels Above 120
My doc is tickled to have me adjust my dose. I suspect his enthusiasm in that regard depends on the patient. You are correct about the Lantus. But since I am tweaking both the Lantus and the Humalog, I am being a bit conservative because of my hypo phobia....
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How Can Discontinue The Water Pills?
I am being treated for high blood pressure, but also with diuretics for congestive heart failure....I would like to not have to take the water pills, because with all my other meds they make me sleepy....any suggestions as to how I can discontinue the...
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The Standard Methods of Managing Diabetes is The A1C Test
From what I understand the avg bloodglucose level for a non diabetic should be 70-130 which corresponds to the 4-6.0 A1c. anything over 6.0 would be considered Diabetic A1C Chart.One of the standard methods of managing diabetes is the A1C test, also...
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The Standard Methods of Managing Diabetes is The A1C Test
From what I understand the avg bloodglucose level for a non diabetic should be 70-130 which corresponds to the 4-6.0 A1c. anything over 6.0 would be considered Diabetic A1C Chart.One of the standard methods of managing diabetes is the A1C test, also...
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This assumes a Lantus / Humolog Sliding Scale Regimen
>Can you please give me some insight into what to expect from insulin on BG compliance after meals? This assumes a Lantus / Humolog sliding scale regimen.<First, the term "sliding scale" may not be the most accurate description that you're looking...
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Friday, 26 June 2009
The Nutrition Information All That Scanty
None of those studies had anything to do with whether or not food was "processed," "natural," or contained "additives." They all had to do with the amount and types of fats and proteins in the diet, the amount of exercise, and the amount of calories...
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Arugula and Olive Pesto - 2g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber
Serving Size : 6 Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method3 cups arugula1/2 cup best-quality extra virgin olive oil1 small clove garlic -- coarsely chopped1/4 cup pine nuts1/4...
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Arugula Ricotta Spread - 1g Carbohydrate; trace Dietary Fiber
Recipe By :Keeping House By Clara Sereni, Giovanna Miceli Jeffries, Susan BriziarelliServing Size : 8 Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs Quick VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method1/2 cup ricotta1 bunch arugula...
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Edamame Arugula Spread - 5g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber
Recipe By :adapted from EpicuriousServing Size : 12 Preparation Time :0:00Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs Quick VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method1 pound shelled frozen edamame -- (one bag, generally)1...
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Farmgirl Susan's Arugula Pesto Hummus - 12g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber
Serving Size : 6 Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbsAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method1/3 cup olive oil1 ounce garlic -- (about 6 cloves), peeled and sliced6 ounces arugula -- preferably very young leaves3 ounces...
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Greenwala Artichoke Hummus - 15g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber
Serving Size : 8 Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method2 cups cooked organic chickpeas2 tablespoons organic tahini2 tablespoons organic olive oil1 cup artichoke hearts -- (canned,...
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Onion, Tomato and Arugula Relish - 3g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber
Onion, Tomato and Arugula RelishRecipe By :Adapted from EpicuriousServing Size : 16 Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs Quick VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method3 medium sweet onions -- quartered4 tablespoons...
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Quinoa Risotto with Arugula and Parmesan - 32g Carbohydrate; 4g Dietary Fiber
Quinoa Risotto with Arugula and ParmesanRecipe By :The New Mayo Clinic Cookbook, published by Mayo Clinic Health InformationServing Size : 6 Categories : LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs LowFat (Less than 30%) VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient --...
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Quinoa Risotto with Arugula and Parmesan - 32g Carbohydrate; 4g Dietary Fiber
Quinoa Risotto with Arugula and ParmesanRecipe By :The New Mayo Clinic Cookbook, published by Mayo Clinic Health InformationServing Size : 6 Categories : LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs LowFat (Less than 30%) VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient --...
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Rocket (Arugula) Hummus
Rocket (Arugula) HummusServing Size : 8 Categories : Condiment LowCal (Less than 300 cals) LowerCarbs LowFat (Less than 30%) Quick VeggieAmount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method1 can chickpeas -- drained (or equivalent weight cooked chickpeas)1...
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It's Connection to Oral Health
"At each dental visit tell your dentist about the status of your diabetes," said Dr. Bruce Terry, a PDA member and endodontist from Wayne. "Let the dentist know your most recent glycosylated hemoglobin (HgA1C) level to determine how well your diabetes...
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Drug seen useful in preventing diabetes: Study
A drug used to reduce sugar levels in diabetics appears to be useful in delaying or even preventing the disease in people predisposed to developing diabetes, a study in Japan has found. The study, published in The Lancet, found that fewer people who...
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Weight-Loss Surgery Safe, Effective Type 2 Diabetes Treatment
Research shows procedure is no more dangerous than other routine surgeries. WEDNESDAY, June 24 (HealthDay News) -- Not only does one of the largest studies on bariatric surgery find the procedure to be as safe as other routine surgeries, two other studies...
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Obesity Surgery Often Sends Patients With Type 2Ddiabetes Into Remission
Health Check, there is promising news for diabetics from two new studies. Obesity surgery often sends patients with type 2 diabetes into remission, but how long does this cure last?The new studies say the answer is often many years. Patients can have...
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The Stiff Heart Would Probably Be Cardiomyopathy
The stiff heart would probably be cardiomyopathy. Usually associated with a diagnosis of CHF. Congestive heart failure is also common with us diabetics. The stiff heart was probably diagnosed from an echocardiogram and a reduced ejection fraction.>Hi...My...
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The Lantus and Humolog at The Same Time Can Be Tricky
You are correct as usual that adjusting the Lantus and Humolog at the same time can be tricky. However, there is a trick that makes it possible. Since the Lantus (or Levimir) are long acting and working in the backround so to speak, one can adjust the...
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The Amount and Types of Fats and Proteins in The Diet
Finally, common sense! I agree with you completely. Like most other things in life, not everything is all good or all evil. Way too many other factors, too many shades of gray. And I still believe genetics plays a bigger role than we think.None of those...
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Found a mistake in Calorie King 2009 Book
I was at Bob Evans to have dinner. It listed the turkey as being only 1 carb, okay, but it also listed the bread and celery dressing as having 6 carbs and being only 30 cal. for 6 oz. I debated and debated but finally decided to go ahead and have that...
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Thursday, 25 June 2009
The Sugar Alcohols May Not Affect BG Within The 1 or 2 Hours After A Meal That
Sugar alcohols are neither sugars nor alcohols. They're found in artificially sweetened foods, especially candy and sugar free gum. Most people tolerate them okay, but many complain of gas and diarrhea if too much is ingested. Wikipedia has a good article,...
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Why would that hold true, or does it?
>I am still titrating my Lantus / Humalog dosage. At present I am shooting 60 units of Lantus at bedtime. My Humalog formula is one unit for each three carbs at mealtime plus a correction factor of (Meter BG - 120) / 20. This is pretty close but not...
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How about a little sausage?
If you have the time you could make your own and freeze them, they don't have to be in skins. Buy mince meat and add seasoning and roll them and open freeze or alternatively flatten them to make a pattie, then fry along with eggs for breakfast. In Australia...
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Substituting Tofu for Noodles Does Reduce The Number of Carbs
Good news, indeed! And substituting tofu for noodles does reduce the number of carbs. Good choice! But a caution... Rely on your own knowledge of what is "kidney-wise" and "diabetic-wise" to decide whether what they are serving is truly a wise choice...
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Talk To Your Doc About Getting Off The Metformin Altogether
I am not so sure about shooting insulin and being on Metformin also. It does not make a lot of sense to me. Talk to your doc about getting off the Metformin altogether. If he thinks it is better to stay on the Metformin, ask him why not start another...
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Pasteurized Milk and Such Being A Great Benefit
My great grandmother was just a few weeks shy of 100 when she passed away, and the majority of my relatives on both my Mom's and my Dad's side of the family all lived well into their 80's and 90's. It is only recently that we are seeing chronic health...
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Pasteurized Milk and Such Being A Great Benefit
My great grandmother was just a few weeks shy of 100 when she passed away, and the majority of my relatives on both my Mom's and my Dad's side of the family all lived well into their 80's and 90's. It is only recently that we are seeing chronic health...
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A Simple Infection Would Kill You
Are you serious? Take a walk through any old graveyard and note the ages of death for folks before the age of modern medicine (that can be considered before the discovery of antibiotics (WWII) or in our case perhaps before insulin). Things were not better...
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Metformin-Insulin Combo for Diabetes
Metformin is popular because it works well, is generally well tolerated, hardly ever causes hypo episodes, and is a doctor's wet dream for easy patient management. It is not without risk, however. The relatively huge doses required (up to two grams daily)...
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Warm Face and Flushed?
Blisters suggest something other than neuropathy.. .maybe. Have you looked at some kind of allergic reaction, perhaps? If it was on only one extremity at a time, we might suspect herpes zoster (chikenpox), but that is unlikely if the outbreaks are...
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Has Anyone With Neuropathy Had Any Experience With Red, Hot, Burning Lower Legs or Feet?
>While we are on the subject of possible "reactions" -- has anyone with neuropathy had any experience with red, hot, burning lower legs or feet? Mine seems to be limited to the fronts of my shins -- but gradually creeping around to the back sometimes....
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The Combination of Metformin and Insulin Can Reduce The Weight Gain Typical for Insulin Alone
You are of course correct. I now see the combination of Metformin and insulin can reduce the weight gain typical for insulin alone. I know what you mean about multiple drugs. I am now taking a cocktail of drugs as a result of my recent bad bout with...
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Food for Men No 10: Red-Orange Vegetables
Vitamin C and beta-carotene are antioxidants that help preserve healthy skin cells and prevent oxidation from the sun. "Vitamin C is involved in collagen production," says Bauer. "Beta-carotene converts to the active form of vitamin A, which helps to...
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Food for Men No 9: Berries or Cherries
The violet, blue, and red colors in all kinds of berries and cherries are responsible for the healthy properties of these fruits. These little jewels are chock-full of the health-protecting flavonoid, anthocyanin. "Berries contain over 4,000 different...
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Food for Men No 8: Soybeans
Soy is rich in isoflavones, which protect prostate health and have been shown to lower prostate cancer risk, says Gerbstadt. And "according to a recent study, eating 25 grams or about 1 ounce of soy protein a day can help decrease cholesterol, " Farrell...
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Food for Men No. 7: Plant Stanols
Stanols are naturally occurring substances in fruits and vegetables that have been shown to lower mildly elevated blood cholesterol levels. Manufacturers are now adding concentrated versions of them to products like margarine, yogurt, orange juice, and...
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Food for Men No. 6: Whole Grains
Most men get enough carbs in their diets, but they tend to be the wrong kind, experts say. "A diet rich in whole grains provides fiber, vitamins, minerals - all the co-factors for heart health, building muscles, and keeping waistlines small," says Gerbstadt....
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Food for Men No. 5: Brazil Nuts
These large nuts from Brazil are packed with magnesium and selenium, powerful antioxidants that may help prevent heart disease and cancer and protect prostate health. (Bauer, however, notes that the studies showing reduction in cancer have been primarily...
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Food for Men No. 4: Broccoli
While virtually all vegetables deserve a place on the superfoods list, cruciferous vegetables like broccoli are helpful in the prevention of heart disease and cancer. It's loaded with vitamin C, beta-carotene, potassium, and a phytochemical called sulphoraphane,...
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Food for Men No. 3: Fatty Fish
No list of superfoods would be complete without the healthy fat, omega-3 fatty acids. These polyunsaturated fats are the preferred form of fats in your diet for many reasons. They can benefit the heart, circulation, and immune system and reduce the risk...
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