FOOD CHOICES FOR A BETTER YOU
Nourishment is Essential…a few simple changes can go a long way to improve your health
Lisa Michelle Miller, BS, NC presented to employees at the AssetMark Chicago Wellness Event about ‘How to Make Food Choices for a Better YOU’. The presentation and supplemental information about cooking fats, serving sizes, serving quantities, healthy blends and related recipes are provided here for your use.
COOKING FATS TABLE
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Oxidation (rancidity) ? Forms free radicals which damage tissues, cells, & DNA.
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Oxidation is caused by heat, light and/or contamination of the fats.
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Damage can happen based on the quality of the product, during processing, storage and when it hits your frying pan
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Buy organic when possible to avoid contamination of the fats, especially animal products
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See recommended fats, organized by heat sensitivity, in the table below
EATING FOR HEALTH MODEL
Source Bauman college
HEALTHY BLENDS RECIPES HERE
Consider the servings of carbs, proteins and fats in the blend to meet your needs
It’s easy to overload the blender with fruit (and therefore sugar)
Blends are recommended over juicing for higher fiber and better blood sugar balance
Basic guidelines for full-meal blend: 15-20 grams of protein (yogurt, nuts and seeds); 2+ servings of vegetables (1-2 cups); 1 serving of fruit (1/2 cup); 1 serving of fats (1-3 Tablespoons); Unlimited booster foods (Herbs and spices)
HEALTHY BREAKFAST
Asparagus and Mushroom Frittata. Easy and healthy recipe here
DIET-ACTIVITY JOURNAL TEMPLATE
Tracking is a great way to maintain healthy habits and to understand the effect foods and other lifestyle changes have on your body.
This template provide a sample page and blank pages to print for your personal use.
LISA M MILLER – PRESENTATION DOCUMENT
HOW TO MAKE FOOD CHOICES FOR A BETTER YOU!
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