MAPLE WALNUT COOKIES
2 ½ c. Organic Chopped Walnuts
3/4 c. Organic Whole Wheat Pastry Flour
3/4 c. Organic Quick Oats
½ t. Celtic Sea Salt
3/4 c. Organic Grade B Maple Syrup
2 t. Organic Vanilla Extract
MIX all dry ingredients together. ADD maple syrup and vanilla. FORM into 1 ½ Tablespoon balls per cookie. BAKE at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes on a lightly oiled cookie sheet until slightly golden on top.
Recipe Source: Becky Glaze
Maximized Health Website http://www.maximizedhealth.net/
Monday, February 25, 2008
Monday, February 18, 2008
Maximized Health “tip of the week”
Red Peppers For Appetite suppressant
A recent study found that people who eat red pepper in the morning tend to eat less throughout the day. Chop up some red peppers and add them to your breakfast omelet (egg-white, of course). Their hunger-diminishing ingredient is capsaicin, which has been proven to reduce sensory information in the intestines from reaching the brain. In other words, capsaicin stops your stomach from telling your brain that you’re hungry.
Capsaicin will also give your metabolism a boost, meaning you will burn more fat. To fire up your metabolism, add both red and cayenne or jalapeno peppers to your omelet – as long as you can handle the heat.
Boost heart health with walnuts
Although olive oil combats the harmful effects that standard fats have on arteries, walnuts are even better when it comes to the health of your most important muscle of all, the heart. Minimize the nasty fats clinging to your arteries by eating a handful of walnuts every day.
Studies have shown that arteries become relaxed in people who add walnuts to a high-fat meal. Walnuts even outranked olive oil in their ability to aid blood flow. Researchers believe the alpha-linolenic acid in the nuts helps to keep arteries flexible.
Ease sore joints with pineapple
Forget about the over the counter pain killers – pineapples have been shown to speed joint recovery due to an ingredient called bromelain, which has anti-inflammatory abilities. If your knees feel stiff or have been injured, consider adding pineapple to your daily diet and see if you feel a difference.
A recent study found that people who eat red pepper in the morning tend to eat less throughout the day. Chop up some red peppers and add them to your breakfast omelet (egg-white, of course). Their hunger-diminishing ingredient is capsaicin, which has been proven to reduce sensory information in the intestines from reaching the brain. In other words, capsaicin stops your stomach from telling your brain that you’re hungry.
Capsaicin will also give your metabolism a boost, meaning you will burn more fat. To fire up your metabolism, add both red and cayenne or jalapeno peppers to your omelet – as long as you can handle the heat.
Boost heart health with walnuts
Although olive oil combats the harmful effects that standard fats have on arteries, walnuts are even better when it comes to the health of your most important muscle of all, the heart. Minimize the nasty fats clinging to your arteries by eating a handful of walnuts every day.
Studies have shown that arteries become relaxed in people who add walnuts to a high-fat meal. Walnuts even outranked olive oil in their ability to aid blood flow. Researchers believe the alpha-linolenic acid in the nuts helps to keep arteries flexible.
Ease sore joints with pineapple
Forget about the over the counter pain killers – pineapples have been shown to speed joint recovery due to an ingredient called bromelain, which has anti-inflammatory abilities. If your knees feel stiff or have been injured, consider adding pineapple to your daily diet and see if you feel a difference.
Monday, February 11, 2008
Maximized Health Tip(s) of the Week
At our last nutrition seminar I shared with the audience how sugar can affect the immune system. I also discussed how Vitamin C plays a critical role in supporting the immune system – especially when it is compromised. This brings us to a featured product that I use personally and promote professionally. Here is some information I thought might help you understand why:
Emergen-C is so much more than just Vitamin C!
The foundation of Emergen-C is built on seven mineral ascorbates. These mineral ascorbates of potassium, calcium, magnesium, manganese, sodium, chromium & zinc provide your body with 1,000 mg of vital, life-sustaining Vitamin C in a non-acidic, stomach-friendly formula. Unlike ordinary Vitamin C supplements, Emergen-C also had a total of 32 active mineral complexes along with key B Vitamins. All combined, Emergen-C is a potent blend of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and other micronutrients that support healthy metabolic and immune system function.
Advanced Immune System Support!
Vitamin C - Activates the white blood cells that are most important in antibody production and in coordinating immune functions.
Enhanced Zinc - With a full 100% of the RDA, fights free radicals and helps maintain healthy white blood cell activity.
Vitamins A & D - Vitamin A helps overcome the harmful effects of free radicals. Vitamin D regulates activity of white blood cells.
Hibiscus Extract - Used for centuries as an antioxidant, the polysaccharides in Hibiscus helps to stimulate the immune system.
Elderberry Concentrate - A strong antioxidant which boosts the production of cytokines, enhancing the immune system.
You can typically find Emergen-C in nearly all food stores, especially a health food store.
Emergen-C is so much more than just Vitamin C!
The foundation of Emergen-C is built on seven mineral ascorbates. These mineral ascorbates of potassium, calcium, magnesium, manganese, sodium, chromium & zinc provide your body with 1,000 mg of vital, life-sustaining Vitamin C in a non-acidic, stomach-friendly formula. Unlike ordinary Vitamin C supplements, Emergen-C also had a total of 32 active mineral complexes along with key B Vitamins. All combined, Emergen-C is a potent blend of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and other micronutrients that support healthy metabolic and immune system function.
Advanced Immune System Support!
Vitamin C - Activates the white blood cells that are most important in antibody production and in coordinating immune functions.
Enhanced Zinc - With a full 100% of the RDA, fights free radicals and helps maintain healthy white blood cell activity.
Vitamins A & D - Vitamin A helps overcome the harmful effects of free radicals. Vitamin D regulates activity of white blood cells.
Hibiscus Extract - Used for centuries as an antioxidant, the polysaccharides in Hibiscus helps to stimulate the immune system.
Elderberry Concentrate - A strong antioxidant which boosts the production of cytokines, enhancing the immune system.
You can typically find Emergen-C in nearly all food stores, especially a health food store.
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Maximized Health Tip(s) of the Week
TOMATO CUCUMBER DRESSING (from rawfoodlife.com)
3 tomatoes chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
1 T. Fresh oregano, minced
1 cucumber, chopped
3 radishes, chopped
Place the above ingredients in blender and blend until smooth.
WILD RICE SALAD (from rawfoodlife.com)
4 cups wild rice (presoaked for 48 hours)
2 cucumbers
2 red or yellow bell peppers
1 small jicama, shredded
2 tomatoes
4 celery stalks
6 scallions or 1 small onion
1 cup cilantro, parsley or basil
4 Tbs. kelp to taste
Chop all ingredients fine and put into large bowl. Then make dressing below.
Dressing:
1 large avocado
1/2 to 1 cup tomatillo juice or sauerkraut juice
pinch of cayenne
kelp to taste
cilantro, basil or parsley to taste
"SPAGHETTI" AND TOMATO SAUCE (from rawfoodlife.com)
To make sauce, blend in blender or Vita-Mix:
6 medium totmatoes
3-4 Tbs. tomato powder or all-purpose seasoning
2 tsp. jicama powder (optional)
1 tsp. beet powder (optional)
Italian seasoning
Onion and/or garlic or kelp to taste
To make "spaghetti" grate gold zucchini or butternut squash lengthwise. pour sauce (ingredients above) over "spaghetti" and mix together. Minced, grated cauliflower can be added to give a taste and feel of grated cheese.
3 tomatoes chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
1 T. Fresh oregano, minced
1 cucumber, chopped
3 radishes, chopped
Place the above ingredients in blender and blend until smooth.
WILD RICE SALAD (from rawfoodlife.com)
4 cups wild rice (presoaked for 48 hours)
2 cucumbers
2 red or yellow bell peppers
1 small jicama, shredded
2 tomatoes
4 celery stalks
6 scallions or 1 small onion
1 cup cilantro, parsley or basil
4 Tbs. kelp to taste
Chop all ingredients fine and put into large bowl. Then make dressing below.
Dressing:
1 large avocado
1/2 to 1 cup tomatillo juice or sauerkraut juice
pinch of cayenne
kelp to taste
cilantro, basil or parsley to taste
"SPAGHETTI" AND TOMATO SAUCE (from rawfoodlife.com)
To make sauce, blend in blender or Vita-Mix:
6 medium totmatoes
3-4 Tbs. tomato powder or all-purpose seasoning
2 tsp. jicama powder (optional)
1 tsp. beet powder (optional)
Italian seasoning
Onion and/or garlic or kelp to taste
To make "spaghetti" grate gold zucchini or butternut squash lengthwise. pour sauce (ingredients above) over "spaghetti" and mix together. Minced, grated cauliflower can be added to give a taste and feel of grated cheese.
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