Why Dr. Hoody endorses this dish:
Salmon is simply one of the better fish we have available. It is rich in omega 3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, It is a great source of protein. It contains the antioxidant astaxanthin and can help reduce the risk of heart disease and can benefit weight control.
Salmon is high in B vitamins, as well as potassium and selenium. Eating salmon two times per week is sufficient to reap its benefits.
Why Dr. Hoody Endorses this recipe:
This high protein powerhouse blueberry kale smoothie (from www.thelemonbowl.com) is full of antioxidants and plenty of high-quality fruits and vegetables along with high protein and healthy fats. That’s a magic combination to keep your metabolism nourished and flowing so you keep the weight off. Ground kale is one of our best sources to absorb high amounts of vitamin A. Vitamin A helps to regenerate any cells that line surfaces, like skin as well as the inner surfaces of our digestive tract.
Why Dr. Hoody Endorses this recipe:
This one-dish grilled salmon recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is good because it is high in protein and still has sufficient fat (the omega 3 type) and carbohydrate to satisfy you.
It has a significant amount of greens, which is vital to keeping the pounds off. We need Greens with every meal, 5-8 servings per day. They give us our best source of many nutrients and fiber. High fiber content keeps our metabolic system going, like having no police on the highway, everyone just picks up speed. For most of us, that is better for our metabolism.
Why Dr. Hoody Endorses this recipe:
Well, it turns out Popeye was right! Spinach is good for your body. Sauté spinach with garlic and heart healthy olive oil to bring the taste up to a whole new level. Spinach is one of our best sources of Vitamin A, C, K, Folate, Magnesium, Iron and Calcium. Plus, garlic helps regulate blood pressure and protect against cancer.
Each serving just 41 calories!
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3 Reasons to Cook at Home
Home cooking not only tastes better, but it’s much, much, much healthier! And if you do it with family, friends or partners, it becomes healthier yet because it is a bonding activity. More on that later.
Home cooking means, well, actually cooking the meal at home. It doesn’t matter if you eat it at home, but cook it at home.
Home cooking generally has three benefits:
1 Fewer Chemicals
Most foods that you purchase outside the home have chemicals added to preserve them. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), research has found links between chemicals in packaged foods and reproductive and developmental problems, liver and kidney disease, adverse effects on the immune system, and carcinogenic effects in rodents. Environmental Health Perspectives states that people who eat out more often are more likely to have higher levels of these chemicals in their blood.
2. Preparation Makes It Smarter
Cooking at home requires a little thought, so you will normally prepare what is best for you and healthier. An article in Public Health Nutrition proves that the more you cook, the healthier you live. People who frequently cook dinner at home consume fewer calories than those who cook less, according to a study of more than 9,000 people.
3. Bonding Makes It Healthier
Most importantly, there is a quality beyond the bio-chemistry. The energy we put into cooking at home is just as important and home-cooked foods require more loving caring. That is a huge part of health. And this is where bonding comes in. We are social animals. We love to eat together but cooking together before the meal only increases the pleasure, camaraderie, and taste.
At Healthier2gether we regularly post recipes that are healthy and fun to prepare. Check out A Delicious Way to Fight Diabetes
Follow us, cook with us and let’s be healthier2gether! Stop guessing and Start living!
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