Okinawa is in the southern-most prefecture of Japan, straddling the East China and the Philippine Seas. With its white, tropical beaches and turquoise waters, it’s not what you usually imagine when you think of Japan. Besides being known as the location of a U.S. Army base, Okinawa is one of the five ‘Blue Zones’ described by journalist, author and National Geographic fellow, Dan Buettner. These are five populations throughout the world with unusually high numbers of individuals who live happier, healthier lives, often to one hundred and beyond. In a nutshell, what these societies have in common is they: 1. […]
Beet and Potato Salad This recipe is my take on the Russian version of potato salad. The wonderful deep-purple color of beets signifies the presence of helpful betalains, which are phytonutrients that support your body’s detoxification systems. Beets are also a great source of folate and fiber. Potatoes are a good source of vitamin B6 and vitamin-C. Serve 6 Ingredients 6 medium red beets, skin on 8 quartered small white potatoes 1⁄4 lb. diced carrots 1⁄4 lb. diced string beans 1 cup white wine vinegar 1⁄4 cup sugar 2 tsp. kosher salt 1⁄4 tsp. white pepper 1 seeded, peeled, and […]
“You are what you eat” is an old saying I frequently repeat to my patients when they ask me what can they do to make their aging skin look better and younger. It’s not only an old adage it’s really true! What kind of food, and other substances, you put in your body influences your health and nothing reflects overall wellness more than your skin. Here’s what I tell my patients about how to keep skin glowing and healthy at any age. Your Skin Mirrors The Rest of You It’s no coincidence that teenage skin often breaks out in acne […]
You may have decided that quinoa is ‘soooo 2016.’ Yes, it’s a healthful grain from Peru that was all the rage a few years ago, and rightfully so. It’s versatile, nutritious and contains twice the protein of white rice, and it’s gluten free. If you really want to be on the cutting edge when it comes to grains, try fonio. It’s an ancient grain that’s been cultivated in West Africa for thousands of years. The plant itself is extremely drought-tolerant and sustainable. With grains the color and texture of fine sand, it’s known as ‘The Seed of the Universe, the […]
Grace O’s cookbook wins its 6th award! Anti-Aging Dishes from Around the World has won the Silver Award from Living Now in the Cookbook-General category, in a tie with the Cooking à la Heart cookbook. This is the sixth award Anti-Aging Dishes has been awarded this year including the Gourmand’s 2023 Award for “Best in the World” in the Health & Nutrition category, and a Bronze IPPY Award in the specialty cookbook category recognizing excellence in independent publishing. The cookbook has also been named the 2023 Winner for Best Cookbook by American Book Fest’s International Book Awards (IBA), and won […]
Calling all cooks who love beautiful form AND function! We can hardly believe it, but we are upping our game AGAIN with this month’s contest, and some very lucky FoodTrients newsletter subscriber is going to win this stunningly beautiful 10-piece GreenPan Padova nonstick cookware in light blue that retails for $429.99. Our last GreenPan giveaway was such a success, we busted the bank to bring it back to you again. GreenPan had already stolen our hearts with its many, many perks (like the Thermolon ceramic surface that’s totally PFOA-free). So you can imagine our delight when we saw this dreamy […]
Functional medicine practitioner Mark Hyman, M.D., dedicates his new book, The Pegan Diet: 21 Practical Principles for Reclaiming Your Health in a Nutritionally Confusing World, to “the confused eater committed to better human and planetary health.” We are all probably a bit confused about what to eat to stay healthy these days. Nutritional advice is, at best, conflicting, and at worst, confusing. Dr. Hyman attempts to cut through the clutter with his “un-diet—a simple set of principles blending science and common sense into guidelines promoting health, weight loss, and longevity that can easily be adapted to any philosophical or cultural preferences.” […]
You can choose foods that fight free-radicals and the damage they do to your cells. Watch this video to learn how to eat antioxidants. ANTIOXIDANT Antioxidant compounds prevent and repair oxidative damage to cells caused by free radicals. Recipes that include antioxidant ingredients are below. Here are some antioxidant-rich recipes: Strawberry-Almond Cake Spicy Chickpea Burgers Vegetable Quesadillas Aztec Berry Salad Tandoori Spice Mix Marrakesh Spice Mix Learn more about the FoodTrients’ how antioxidant foods help slow down aging from our nutritionist Ginger Hultin: Antioxidants Help Slow Down Premature Aging
Salt has been one of the most vilified substances in the world of food. Too much of it can contribute to high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke. There is way too much of it in processed foods. It can cause water retention and bloating. These things can be true, but there can be an even greater danger in not getting enough salt. Salt is also an important seasoning tool that puts the finishing touch on most dishes. I need to watch how much salt I put in my food so I try to boost flavors with other spices, but […]
Grace O’s passion for discovering age-defying superfoods from around the world and creating delicious recipes with them is the driving force behind FoodTrients. From everyday favorites to more exotic ingredients, these nutrients can help Lower Inflammation, Boost Immunity, Improve Skin, Detoxify, and Promote Longevity. Read more
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