101 Foods That Could Save Your Life - Discover Nuts that Can Help Keep You Thin, Fruits and Vegetables

Zusatztext An encyclopedia of foods with lifesaving benefits.”— Chicago Tribune Informationen zum Autor David Grotto, RD, LDN, is the president and founder of Nutrition Housecall, LLC, a consulting firm specializing in nutrition communications, lecturing and consulting services, and personalized at-home dietary services. He served as a national media spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association and has been featured in numerous print, radio, and television interviews. Grotto serves on the scientific advisory board at Fitness magazine and is the author of 101 Optimal Life Foods . He lives with his wife, three children, and two dogs in Elmhurst, Illinois. Klappentext From apples to yogurt! this comprehensive encyclopedia of power foods from top nutritionist Grotto proves that what tastes good can also be good for readers--and tells them why. Chapter One Açaí (Euterpe oleracea) ORAC ATTACK! Did you know . . . the antioxidant capacity or “ORAC” value for a four-ounce portion of Açaí is 6576? That is more than blueberries, strawberries, and red wine combined! What’s the Story? Açaí (pronounced ah-sigh-ee) berries are produced by a palm tree grown in the floodplain areas of the Amazon River in Brazil. It has a unique taste—like wildberries with a hint of slightly bitter chocolate —yum! The berry, about the same size as a blueberry, is ninety-five percent seed. The seeds are discarded, leaving the skin alone for açaí products. A Serving of Food Lore . . . In the Amazon, açaí palms cover an area equivalent to half the size of Switzerland. Açaí is a primary food staple of Amazon River communities. It is served as a beverage and is a main part of the meal, much in the same way as bread or rice in other cultures. In the city of Belém in Brazil, more of the fruit is drunk than milk—an estimated 200,000 liters of açaí juice is consumed daily among a population of 1.3 million. Where Is Açaí Grown? Açaí is unique to the Amazon rainforests of Brazil and commercial production of the berry is found mainly near the city of Belém. Why Should I Eat Açaí? Surprisingly for a fruit, the vast majority of the calories come from fat: A four-ounce serving of pure açaí contains about 100 calories and six grams of fat. However, it is rich in anti-inflammatory omega-9 fats and also contains little sugar. Açaí contains essential fatty acids, iron, calcium, fiber, vitamin A, and other antioxidants. Scientists have discovered that açaí is rich in anthocyanins, a special group of plant chemicals believed to have many health benefits. In fact, açaí contains ten times more anthocyanins than found in an equal serving of red wine. Anthocyanins in açaí make up only about ten percent of the total antioxidants contained within this amazing little berry. Açaí also contains phytosterols, a plant component known to reduce cholesterol, treat symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (swollen prostate), and help protect the immune system from physical stress. Home Remedies Sexual performance: Açaí combined with guarana syrup is a popular drink in Brazil. One of the reported benefits from drinking the concoction is improved sexual performance. Beauty: Dr. Nicholas Perricone mentions in his anti-aging books that açaí has beautifying properties. Throw Me a Lifesaver! Cancer: Utilizing a test tube study, University of Florida researchers found powerful antioxidant compounds in açaí that greatly reduced cell proliferation and enhanced apoptosis (programmed cell death) in human leukemia cells. Tips on Using Açaí Selection and Storage: • Açaí comes in juice, frozen pulp, bottled smoothies, and powder forms that are all readily available at most health food stores and grocery markets. Due...

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• Authors: David Grotto, David W. Grotto, David W./ Edge Grotto
• Publisher: Bantam Books USA
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 28.12.2010
• EAN: 9780345526878
• ISBN: 978-0-345-52687-8
• No. of pages: 464
• Dimensions: 108 mm x 188 mm x 29 mm
• Series: Bantam Books
• Subject: Guides > Health > Diet