BROWNNOSE
BOOTLICKER
by Mehmet C. Oz, MD, and Michael F. Roizen, MD |
The best foods for you might be ones you've never heard of (and remember, until about 2 years ago, you'd never heard of the Baconator, either). Some of these are ancient, but thanks to new food trends, they're now at your fingertips. Here's your new menu:
Kefir
What it is: A milk drink that has a slightly sour taste (it's fermented, but don't let the sound of it scare you away. We love the stuff).
What it does: Its vitamin K2 helps keep osteoblasts alive, cells that are responsible for forming new bone. Vitamin K2 also escorts calcium into your bones so it can do one of its jobs: make bones stronger.
Chia
What it is: Yes, it's the stuff that put the "hair" on your chia pet. It's a whole grain that was used by the Aztecs as their main energy source.
What it does: Chia contains omega-3 fatty acids and can help restore your energy level and decrease inflammation. Similar to cornstarch, you can use chia as a thickening agent and as a substitute for other whole grains in your diet. It is great at holding moisture. We make muffins with it.
Purslane
What it is: A leafy green that's slightly crunchy and tangy; poised to become the next arugula in food circles.
What it does: Purslane is reputed to contain higher amounts of omega-3s than other greens (though the biggest bang per serving still comes from fish). It also contains about the same amount of calcium and magnesium as spinach.
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The best foods for you might be ones you've never heard of (and remember, until about 2 years ago, you'd never heard of the Baconator, either). Some of these are ancient, but thanks to new food trends, they're now at your fingertips. Here's your new menu:
Kefir
What it is: A milk drink that has a slightly sour taste (it's fermented, but don't let the sound of it scare you away. We love the stuff).
What it does: Its vitamin K2 helps keep osteoblasts alive, cells that are responsible for forming new bone. Vitamin K2 also escorts calcium into your bones so it can do one of its jobs: make bones stronger.
Chia
What it is: Yes, it's the stuff that put the "hair" on your chia pet. It's a whole grain that was used by the Aztecs as their main energy source.
What it does: Chia contains omega-3 fatty acids and can help restore your energy level and decrease inflammation. Similar to cornstarch, you can use chia as a thickening agent and as a substitute for other whole grains in your diet. It is great at holding moisture. We make muffins with it.
Purslane
What it is: A leafy green that's slightly crunchy and tangy; poised to become the next arugula in food circles.
What it does: Purslane is reputed to contain higher amounts of omega-3s than other greens (though the biggest bang per serving still comes from fish). It also contains about the same amount of calcium and magnesium as spinach.
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