Best Sources of DHA and Omega-3: Seafood, algae, and especially cold-water fish. Omega-3 fatty acids are nature’s antifreeze. In general, the colder the water, the higher the omega-3 content in the fish oil. Popular sources of DHA are: salmon, sardines, and tuna. Eggs and organ meats have a small amount of DHA in them, but […]
The Importance of Omega-3 and DHA For Students DHA is the primary structural component of brain tissue, so it stands to reason that a deficiency of DHA in the diet could translate into a deficiency in brain function. In fact, research is increasingly recognizing the possibility that DHA has a crucial influence on neurotransmitters in […]
Essential Fats and Omegas: All About Omegas Fatty acids are the basic building blocks and the main nutritional component of fats. The body requires about twenty fatty acids in order to live and operate. It can make all but two of these: linolenic and linoleic. These two are called “essential fatty acids” (EFAs) because they […]
The Top Cholesterol Facts Since you will see the word “cholesterol” on just about every food package you buy, it’s important to know what it is, what it does, and how much is safe. Below are the important cholesterol facts you need to know. What cholesterol is Cholesterol is not a fat. Biochemically it’s called […]
With every one percent reduction of total blood cholesterol, there is about a two percent reduction in the risk of heart attack. Getting your total cholesterol down and your HDL, or good cholesterol, up is good medicine. Here’s what you can do to control your cholesterol. 1. Eat less fat Keep your total daily fat […]
Here is a cholesterol level chart of common foods which contain cholesterol: FOOD CHOLESTEROL (milligrams) Human milk 32 (varies) Meats (3 ounces) Liver 400-500 Lean ground beef, lamb, chicken breast, pork 78 Egg, whole or egg yolk (1 large) 213 Seafood (3 ounces) Shrimp 130-166 Lobster 81 Mackerel 62 Salmon 47-60 Catfish 49 Tuna […]
Understanding Cholesterol Numbers Here are some cholesterol numbers you should know in case your doctor presents them to you and you wonder what they mean: Total cholesterol • Desirable: less than 200 milligrams (preferably 180) • Borderline: 200-239 milligrams • High: 240 milligrams and above LDL cholesterol • Desirable: less than 130 milligrams • Borderline-high: […]
Information on Why You Need Calcium We all know you need calcium for strong bones and teeth. What you may not know is that calcium is required for every cell of the body to function in a healthy way. Besides acting as a cellular cement for bones, calcium is used by nerves and muscles, and […]
Balanced Breakfast Combinations An ideal, nutritious, balanced breakfast contains complex carbohydrates and protein. Think grains, plus dairy, plus fruits. Of course, it’s what you eat not what you say that impresses a child most. By treating yourself to a healthy, balanced breakfast, you model to your children that eating a healthy breakfast gives the whole family […]
Sears Family Recipe Smoothie We give our children and ourselves a School-Ade smoothie for a quick and nutritious breakfast as they are hurrying off to school and we are rushing off to work. We formulated this smoothie recipe based on the principle of “synergy.” The nutrients consumed together enhance each others benefits, so the whole […]
Breakfasts to Improve Performance at School/ Work Here are some facts and information about breakfasts to improve performance and how to choose the right foods to eat in the morning to make the most of the work or school day. Breakfast science “Breakfast” means just that: break the overnight fast. Eating breakfast allows you to […]
Some foods help the brain work better, some foods drag down brain performance. Be smart and feed your children foods that will make them smart (and also eat these foods yourself, too). Here’s a chart of foods that boost and drain the brain. BRAIN BUILDERS BRAIN DRAINERS California Avocados Bananas Beef, lean Brewer’s yeast Broccoli […]
