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

Oxidation (rancidity) ? Forms free radicals which damage tissues, cells, & DNA.
Oxidation is caused by heat, light and/or contamination of the fats.
Damage can happen based on the quality of the product, during processing, storage and when it hits your frying pan
Buy organic when possible to avoid contamination of the fats, especially animal products
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)