Saturday, December 12, 2009

THE LATEST FROM THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

One third of the more than 500 000 cancer deaths in the US ear year are attributable to diet and physical activity habits, such as being overweight or obese. That's about the same number of cancer deaths caused by tobacco.

Researchers are now saying that the latest/new cancer prevention guidelines emphasize maintaining a healthy weight throughout life as the best thing you can do to reduce your risk of cancer.

  • Engage in at least 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity on 5 or more days per week.
  • Follow a healthy diet, with an emphasis on plant-based foods.
  • Eat five or more servings of a variety of vegetables and fruits each day.
  • Choose whole grains over processed or refined grains.
  • Limit consumption of processed and red meats.
  • Limit alcohol intake.

In addition, the new guidelines call on communities to take a more active role in encouraging healthy behaviours, by increasing access to healthful foods in schools and workplaces as well as providing safe and enjoyable sidewalks and recreational facilities.

Kitchen Gems;

  • if you don't put the lid on when steaming green veggies they stay greener
  • when cooking cabbage add a bay leaf, this will reduce the smell during cooking and also give a subtle flavour
  • if you need to keep peeled potatoes, put them in water and then place a slice of bread over the top - this stops them from going brown
  • add Worcester Sauce to baked beans for extra zing

Today I am grateful for;

  • feeling energetic and healthy
  • happiness
  • another glorious day in our beautiful city
  • my weekend plans
  • yoga followed by early morning swim
  • being truly blessed

Quote

I used to eat a lot of natural foods until I learnt that most people died of natural causes. - author unknown

Fun link

www.mamataxi.blogspot.com

Yummy Breakfast - Oats with a difference

  • 1 cup oats
  • 2 cups water
  • salt

what to do;

  • simmer slowly for 15 minutes (do not use quick-cook oats)
  • top with goji berries, raisins and cinnamon
  • if you like it sweet drizzle with honey
  • I also sprinkle organic Hemp Protein Protein Powder over my oats, gives it a yummy nutty flavour

why are oats healthy;

  • the complex carbs in oats allow for a slower release of blood sugars and oats are safe for those who are gluten intolerant

Today, 'plunge' into the weekend as if it were your last - eat, play, laugh, spend times with loved ones and explore .......

Peace 'n whirlpools of luv

xxx

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