Carrot-Banana Muffins, How To Properly Store Greens, More Budget Nutrition Ideas!

[Dr. Weil's Anti-Inflammatory Diet] Monday 02/20/2017 Join the conversation! Need Breakfast Ideas? Eating a healthy breakfast doesn't have to include giving up taste and satisfaction. Join [Dr. Weil on Healthy Aging]( for hundreds of recipes, including breakfast and brunch suggestions such as Baked Apple-Cinnamon French Toast, Greek Omelet, Red Pepper & Goat Cheese Frittata, and Cranberry Muesli. They all follow Dr. Weil's anti-inflammatory diet guidelines, for a healthy and delicious start to your morning. [Start your 14-day free trial now and save 30% when you become a member!]( [Cooking with Dr. Weil] Tips On Washing And Storing Greens Eating salads based on greens, particularly dark leafy varieties such as spinach and kale, can be a good way to get your Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of vitamins and minerals. However, contaminants in salad can sometimes be a source of E. coli and salmonella. You can help minimize your risk of exposure to these and other pathogens by always rinsing packaged greens, even if the package states "prewashed." Greens that look fresh, especially greens packed in plastic, can still harbor bacteria. Loose and unpacked greens should be washed three times under cold running water to remove sand, dirt and any bacteria that may be present. To keep greens fresh, they require moisture and air - wash the greens and pat them mostly dry (but still damp) and wrap in a layer of paper towels. Then place them in an open plastic bag in the vegetable drawer in your refrigerator. The damp towel will help to preserve the moisture and the bag will allow just enough airflow to help keep the greens fresher, longer. Dr. Weil's Vitamin Advisor Receive Your FREE Personalized [Vitamin Recommendation]( & [Supplement Plan]( Today! Dr. Weil on Healthy Aging Your Online Guide to the Anti-Inflammatory Diet. 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Begin eating heart healthy today - [start your free trial now and save 30% when you join!]( [Seasonal Food]Seasonal Food Bananas A favorite tropical fruit of Americans, bananas are a good source of vitamins B6 and C, are rich in potassium - one banana contains 450 mg of potassium, one-fifth of the adult daily requirement - and offer a fair share of magnesium as well. Bananas may also help support normal blood pressure, healthy bones, gastrointestinal health and protect against atherosclerosis and heart disease. In addition, bananas help to strengthen the stomach lining and are good for soothing indigestion. With only 100 calories apiece, bananas is a perfect go-anywhere food. Try the [Carrot-Banana Muffin]( recipe! [Food as Medicine] Foods That Can Trigger Cold Sores Anyone who gets cold sores knows what a pain (literally) they can be. Caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV), these uncomfortable lesions on the lips and face can be triggered by stress, such as the onset of a cold or other illness, menstruation, sunburn, fatigue and emotional trauma. The good news is that cold sores usually go away on their own within 10 days; the bad news is the virus remains dormant in nerve cells, and can reappear to initiate another outbreak. Help lessen the risk of recurrent cold sores by avoiding foods rich in the amino acid arginine, which can activate the virus. These include chocolate, cola, beer, grain cereals, chicken soup, gelatin, seeds, nuts and peas. [Tip]Tip: Don't toss brown bananas - overripe bananas are perfect to use as they are in banana bread and muffins, or frozen for smoothies. [Checklist] Eating Healthy On A Budget Part 2 Last week we covered four healthy, budget-friendly foods. Now we present four more to add to your grocery list and cart for meals that will keep your food budget - and health - on track. [Checklist] 1.Beans: Whether you choose kidney, pinto, black or garbanzo, beans are a high-fiber, high-protein food that is inexpensive and versatile. Dried beans will give you more for your money, but canned varieties (choose low- or no-sodium versions) are still a great bargain. [Checklist] 2.Nuts: Packed with healthy fats, protein, vitamin E, magnesium and other essential micronutrients, nuts - when eaten in moderation - can help lower your risk of heart disease. Dr. Weil recommends walnuts, almonds and cashews. [Checklist] 3.Tofu: Whole soy foods, including tofu, contain phytonutrients that can protect against cancer. An inexpensive alternative to meat, tofu provides B vitamins, iron and calcium, and is very versatile - use it in everything from stir-fries to smoothies! [Checklist] 4.Bananas: High in potassium and fiber, bananas are a simple, portable and healthy snack. 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