What to do today.
Posted by physicianslifecenters on September 6, 2011
Make a change in your life and make it today. A few days ago I mentioned adding a vegetable. The truth is there is much more to discuss. While there are hundreds of companies touting products for your health, few can deliver in the long term. One company to look at is Eat Right America. The vision is simple: make health something for everyone. The approach includes decreasing animal products, oils, sugars and increasing vegetables, fruits, natural grains and beans. I realize that it seems this may not be for you. I get it. Really. I have discussed this with many patients some of whom tell me “there is no way I am going to be a vegetarian!” Let me tell you, they are quite emphatic. The idea is not to be a vegetarian. That does not ensure health since you can have oils, fats, fried foods and other items that are not conducive to excellent health. It is the preparation, quality, and type of foods that you choose. You can steam saute versus oil pan saute. This saves 120 calories per tablespoon of oil but also eliminates the possible hydrogenation that can occur to the “good oils” and make them potentially toxic. Another thing to consider is to eat a combination of raw and cooked vegetables. It changes the consistency, can enhance absorption of certain vegetables or even remove toxins such as in mushrooms. The change to make today is eat one portion of cooked veggies with a portion of raw veggies. Try this today and next time lets add some spices. Good luck and see ya next time.
Corey
