5 Reasons To Garden, Healthier Popcorn Tips, Benefit Of Onions

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[Cooking with Dr. Weil] How To Make Healthy Popcorn Popcorn can be a healthful snack, as it is a good source of fiber and relatively low in calories. However, if you want to partake in this movie-snack favorite, steer clear of store-bought microwave popcorn. Not only are most microwavable varieties loaded with artificial flavors, sodium and unhealthy fat, but they can expose you to chemicals that are added to the artificial butter flavoring and used in the lining of microwavable popcorn bags. (For healthy microwave popcorn you can make yourself, watch this [video](.) Instead of risking the potential hazards of microwave popcorn, go a more natural route - air-pop kernels, and then flavor them with a little tamari, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, chili powder, dried dill or a little grated Parmesan cheese (or create your own mixture of flavors). You can mist the popcorn lightly with a little purified water before adding dry flavorings to help them stick. Alternatively, you can pop one-fourth cup of kernels in three tablespoons of olive or coconut oil in a three-quart saucepan on medium-high heat. 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. Start eating for your health - [begin your free trial now.]( Dr. Weil's Free Newsletters Expand your health knowledge with our [complimentary emails](. Dr. Weil's Head-to-Toe Wellness Guide Your guide to natural health. [Use the Wellness Guide today!]( Dr. Weil's Marketplace Soothe your body, mind & spirit with Dr. Weil recommended products. [Click here to visit the store.]( Are You Taking The Right Supplements? Not sure if you are taking the right supplements - or the right amounts? The vitamins and supplements in the Weil Vitamin Advisor use only the highest quality ingredients, suggested based on your personal health concerns and history - and come with instructions on how to get the most out of each selection. [Visit today for your free, personalized supplement recommendation](. [Seasonal Food]Seasonal Food Onions Onions should be a staple in every kitchen, and not just because of the wonderful flavor they add to foods - they are also good for you. Allicin, a phytonutrient found in most varieties of onions, may contribute to the health benefits of onions, which include lowering blood pressure and beneficial effects on cholesterol. Whether you opt for red (a strong, sweet flavor that is delicious raw), yellow (medium flavor that works well when cooking) or white (the mildest of the three and also a good choice when cooking), choose onions that are free of blemishes and with dry outer skins. Avoid onions that are sprouting, feel damp or mushy, or have signs of mold. Always seek out organically grown onions, as pesticides are commonly used on conventionally grown varieties. Store onions away from bright light, at room temperature, and in a well-ventilated area. Use onions in the [Easy Eggs In A Cup]( recipe! [Food as Medicine] Fennel: A Natural Way To Address Gassiness If flatulence is a problem for you, consider fennel (Foeniculum vulgare). The seeds, leaves and roots of the fennel plant are readily available in many forms including plain and sugar-coated seeds, extract, oil and capsules. All offer a natural way to help relieve gas. When shopping, note that fresh fennel seeds should have a strong aroma, and other forms should have a freshness date. Simply chew and swallow one-half to one teaspoon of fennel seeds after eating, whenever distended from gas or as recommended by product label. Children can take half the adult dose. [Tip]Tip: Crying when cutting onions? Try chilling the onions for 60 minutes before cutting, to help slow the enzyme activity that can irritate the eyes. [Checklist] 5 Benefits Of Gardening Gardening is a great way to connect with the earth, reduce stress, increase creativity and promote relaxation. Plus you can grow your own fruits, vegetables and herbs! Get your hands dirty, because gardening is: [Checklist] 1.Therapeutic: There is even an emerging medical art known as horticultural therapy. Schoolchildren, prison inmates and people with all types of health conditions are encouraged to learn about new plants and envision creative ways to arrange them in the ground as a way to provide a sense of accomplishment and improve self-image. [Checklist] 2.Spiritual: Aside from delighting your senses with color, texture and scents, gardening enables you to connect with nature. Digging your hands through the soil and handling delicate plants can feed the soul. [Checklist] 3.Exercise: Gardening is a low-impact activity that improves flexibility through bending and stretching, and has been shown to lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels. However, don't let it replace your walking regimen or other regular aerobic exercise - do both, for maximum benefits. [Checklist] 4.Nourishing: There's no better way to ensure that the fruits and veggies you eat are fresh and organic than to grow them yourself. [Checklist] 5.Economical: Some expensive fruits, such as raspberries, are easy to grow, but difficult to pick and ship. So grow your own and save. Talk with your local garden center about starting with simple plants such as tomatoes, bell peppers, peas and fresh herbs! To ensure delivery to your inbox, add e-bulletins@communications.drweil.com to your address book. 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