Here’s a terrific article from nutritionist Vivian Goldschmidt of Save Our Bones on the bone benefits of cooking with olive oil:
http://saveourbones.com/cook-with-the-oil-your-bones-crave/
Enjoy!
Kathy
What a busy summer this has been! Now that the school year has started, my time is starting to settle into a new pattern–this time as “Nana” helping with the grandchildren. Meanwhile, I’m continuing to work as a NES practitioner at Quantum Health & Nutrition, as well as running an after-school tutoring business. I have much to share with you that I’ve learned this summer about strengthening bones and improving overall health naturally. I’m looking forward to spending some time getting this information to you over the next couple of weeks. I also have a backlog of reader comments to pass along to you! Thanks for your patience while I’ve been away from OsteoDiet this summer and…Welcome back!
Blessings to you and yours,
Kathy
Tags: osteoporosis diet
Yesterday while we were shopping at Publix, my daughter, Sarah, pointed to a new product: Wholly Wholesome brand Organic Traditional 9″ Pie Shells! At last! Success in the search for a healthy pie crust! What’s it made of? Organic wheat flour, organic palm oil, water, organic cane sugar, and sea salt. No trans fats; no animal ingredients; no hydrogenated fats or oils; no artificial colors, flavors, preservatives or additives. I can’t wait to try it this Sunday! I’ll be making two pumpkin pies, using Sarah’s recipe for Pumpkin Pie that’s posted on this website, OsteoDiet.com.
Enjoy!
You may have noticed that I’ve been including agave nectar in some of my recipes lately. Is it good for you? The brand I use is! You can read about the benefits of agave nectar–as well as the warnings–by clicking on this link from Global Healing Center:
http://www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/is-agave-nectar-safe/
Tags: agave nectar, osteoporosis diet
Amino Acid: The Building Block of Protein
Are you getting enough protein in your diet? Yes, protein is acidifying, but the OsteoDiet promotes a healthy balance of 80% alkaline/20% acid. The body needs protein! To produce and maintain cells, manufacture antibodies and enzymes, regulate fluid balance, and boost metabolism, the body needs adequate protein intake.
How much protein do you need? Multiply your weight in kilograms by .8, or multiply your weight in pounds by .37.
At 120, I should eat about 44 grams of protein per day.
My typical protein sources include: almonds, walnuts, pecans, eggs, black-eyed peas, lean beef, chicken, turkey, Cocoa Cherry Standard Bars from Standard Process, and shakes made with my favorite Whole Food Based protein powder. Actually, though, even a plant-based diet that includes a wide variety of whole foods consisting of beans, whole-grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds, along with products made from these natural foods, such as tofu and tempeh, can deliver enough adequate protein to the body. Those who believe plant protein is inferior to animal protein may be surprised to learn that plant proteins contain the same 22 amino acids as animal proteins.
To read more about protein and your health, click on the links below:
Protein: How Much Do You Need?
http://lowcarbdiets.about.com/od/nutrition/a/protein.htm
The Benefits of Protein
http://www.freefitnesstips.co.uk/protein-benefits.html
Protein in Plant Foods
http://www.vegparadise.com/protein.html
Dr. Susan Brown of BetterBones.com recommends using a weighted vest to increase the effectiveness of walking as a weight-bearing exercise for building bone strength, especially for thin women of 114 pounds or less. My doctor recommended something similar: a bookback with a few heavy books inside. Nowadays, though, my I walk carrying one of my beautiful grandbabies, which is fun for both of us!
If you have a moment, take a look Dr. Brown’s informative article on the subject: http://www.betterbones.com/blog/post/Thin-women-and-hip-bone-loss.aspx.
Who would have thought that carrot cake would taste even better if I replaced the canola oil with fruit? I wasn’t too sure, but I’m a believer now! This carrot cake is deliciously moist, and it’s good for your bone health!
You will need:
Large mixing bowl
a 9 x 13 glass baking pan -or- a bundt pan
4 eggs
3/4 cup agave nectar
1/2 cup applesauce, unsweetened
1/2 cup crushed pineapple, in its own juice (not syrup)
2 cups barley flour
2 tsp cinnamon
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
3 cups grated carrots
1/2 cup chopped pecans
Directions: In large bowl, mix together the eggs, agave nectar, applesauce, and pineapple. Add flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, and mix well. Stir in carrots and pecans until the batter is well blended. Bake at 350 degrees for about 40 minutes, or until an inserted knife comes out clean. Instead of icing, serve topped with So Delicious brand frozen coconut milk dessert. Scrumptious!
Tags: Desserts, osteoporosis diet, Recipes
