…the United States (corn is the other). Given this, I strongly recommend sticking with “true” soy foods, meaning edamame (the beans themselves), tofu, and tempeh (fermented soy). And always, always choose organic. Easy Edamame Edamame is the easiest of the three to work with! For a delicious finger…
…praises of soy as a “miracle food.” At the time, the research looked promising, and it seemed as if we had an authentic vegetable protein panacea. Tofu and soy milk products were the rage. But times have changed, and when it comes to soy these days there are a lot of questions and confusion. Positive…
…Hondashi that can be substituted. If you use it, just 1 Tbsp. will do.) 2 Tbsp. white or light miso (found in Asian and health food stores) 1/2–1 pkg. tofu, cut into small cubes 2 Tbsp. wakame (another type of seaweed) Optional Ingredients 1–2 Tbsp. chopped scallion (or to taste) Daikon (a root vegetable…
…which is essential for regulating blood pressure and maintaining a healthy cardiovascular system. Even if you eat whole-food sources of magnesium (tofu, navy beans, lima beans, and figs are the richest) you may not get enough of this nutrient. I recommend 400 mg for healthy folks and up to 800 mg daily…
…avoid a myriad of cardiovascular problems. Adhering to good cardiovascular nutrition can help, but even if you do eat whole-food sources of magnesium (tofu, navy beans, lima beans, and figs are the rich?est) you may not get enough of this nutrient through diet alone. That’s why I rec?ommend 400 mg of…
…production of tryptophan, a building block of serotonin. My top recommendations, in addition to fish, are organic, range-fed meats and poultry, as well as tofu, tempeh, soy milk, and eggs. 3. Get sufficient amounts of essential fatty acids (EFAs). These healthy fats are particularly important for proper brain…
…artery-clogging plaque. As a side benefit, isoflavones also help alleviate menopausal symptoms. The best sources of soy are soy milk, soybeans, and tofu. When you combine soy with flaxseed, you have even more power over your cholesterol. 3. Oats are a powerful heart-healthy food. Research shows that…
…because there are few original sources. The best sources for omega-3s are flaxseed, hemp, pumpkin seed oils, dark leafy green vegetables, walnuts, tofu, and fish. The source I prefer above all others is fish, especially salmon, because fish convert the omega-3 building block, linolenic acid, into two…
…blood pressure and generally protects the heart. 5. Asparagus contains folic acid, which helps reduce hardening of the arteries. 6. Soy-based foods (tofu, tempeh, miso and other soy products) and sea vegetables (seaweed) contain magnesium and linolenic acid. Magnesium helps protect against cardiac arrhythmia…
…DHA, an essential fatty acid that helps neutralize the cholesterol in them. Other good heart healthy protein choices for breakfast include salmon, tofu, organic chicken sausage, organic peanut butter, almonds, and walnuts. I recommend combining them with slow-burning carbohydrates—such as putting…
…recommend a diet with no more than 25 percent animal protein. If you feel you need additional protein, turn to vegetarian sources such as nuts, soy, and tofu. Eggs are bone-friendly, too. 2. Salt—Every 500 mg of sodium leaches 10 mg of calcium from your bones. Make sure to avoid processed foods, because…
…therapeutic strategy for heart failure in humans.” I recommend that you cook with plenty of turmeric. You can add it to rice, soup, chicken, or tofu dishes, or you can blend it with melted butter and drizzle it over cooked vegetables. If you don’t like the taste of turmeric, curcumin is available…
…Nuts and seeds. * Ocean-going, cold-water fish such as salmon and mercury-free tuna. * Organic DHA-fortified eggs. * Ground flaxseed. * Soybeans and tofu. * Fruits and vegetables, including asparagus, lentils, chickpeas, beans, squash, and sweet potatoes. * Whole grains, particularly brown rice, wild…
…your menu: * 40 percent low-density carbohydrates, mostly low-glycemic vegetables and fruits. * 25-30 percent lean protein, such as chicken, fish, tofu, or egg whites. * 30-35 percent monounsaturated fats, including but not limited to olive oil, nuts, and avocado. It's very important to limit lean protein…
…grains, seafood, leafy green vegetables, soy products, brown rice, bananas, apricots, and seeds and nuts. The foods highest in magnesium include kelp, tofu, figs, and pumpkin seeds. In addition to adding these foods to your diet, I recommend that you take a magnesium supplement if you have any cardiovascular…
…to preventing CHD. Additionally, a report in the August 2002 issue of Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology found that a diet rich in tofu and other soy products may help protect postmenopausal women from arterial disease. According to researchers, phytoestrogens were associated with less…
…failure in humans.” So don’t be afraid to use turmeric in your cardiovascular nutrition repertoire. You can add it to rice, soup, chicken, or tofu dishes, or you can blend it with melted butter and drizzle it over cooked vegetables. For even more information on maintaining healthy blood pressure…
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