healthletter November 2011

in this issue:

• Nutrition A’s

ABCs of Nutrition

Welcome fall! In honor of the abundance of fall, Bambu Clinic’s newsletter is going to take a slightly different approach this year. The ABCs of nutrition… Here, you will find short tidbits about different food items starting with the letter “A”. Hope this interests you AND helps you shop.

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Ahi Tuna

• Packed full of protein, omega 3s and selenium, this fish improves cardiovascular health, and is good for the nervous system, healing and detoxification.

Alfalfa Sprouts

• Due to saponins, all kinds of sprouts build the integrity of the digestive tract and support a good environment for healthy probiotics. Alfalfa sprouts also contain numerous beneficial nutrients including calcium, magnesium, folic acid, manganese, molybdenum, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, chlorophyll, and the whole range of vitamins from A and B complex to D and K.

Almonds

• The most nutricious nut, almonds contain abundant sources of vitamin E, calcium, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, zinc, selenium, copper and niacin. This combination makes them especially good for your bone health and your immune system.

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Amaranth

• Amaranth is a protein rich grain that cooks easily into a porridge. Rich in many vitamins (A, B6, K, C, folate and riboflavin) and minerals (calcium, potassium, iron, copper, magnesium, phosphorus and particularly manganese), this is a great substitute for rice or cream of wheat.

Apple Cider Vinegar

• Raw apple cider vinegar is a “live” food. You know it’s good when you see sediment at the bottom of the bottle. Live foods provide beneficial enzymes and nutrients that you cannot get from typical foods (even fresh fruits and veggies!). This tonic helps with heartburn, bowel regularity and skin problems (among many other things).

Apples

• The antioxidants and flavinoids in apples help prevent cancer and alzheimers and protect your bones and eyes. In addition, pectin, a special polysaccharide fiber molecule, improves bowel health, blood sugar control, and weight management.

Apricots

• Packed with beta-carotene and lycopene (these pigments give apricots and other fruits and vegetables their unique orange/red color), adding apricots to a balanced diet can help prevent certain cancers and promote cardiovascular health. Also, they are rich in vitamin A equivalents, which help prevent macular degeneration.

Artichokes

• The pulp of artichoke leaves contain a powerful nutrient, cynarin, that increases bile flow and improves liver function. The edible parts also improve digestion and induce apoptosis (programmed cell death) making them a popular natural remedy for cancer.

Asparagus

• The health benefits of asparagus include detoxification, anti-aging and even aphrodisiac. This stalk contain anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant components, including potassium, glutathione, folate and vitamin K.

Avocado

• A single avocado contains 2000 mg of potassium, much higher levels than a banana without the disturbing effect on your blood sugar. In addition, avocados are highly regarded for their monosaturated fats, which help reduce triglyceride levels and LDL cholesterol. Avocados are especially good to eat during pregnancy because their high levels of fatty acids and folate promote healthy nervous system development, and their B6 may help reduce the nausea associated with the first trimester.

We hope you found this information helpful. We strive to help our patients find a healthy way in the world. If you have topics you’d like us to address in future issues please let us know. We are always available for questions and comments.

Warm Regards,

The Physicians of Bambú Clinic