How much protein do I need?

[World's Healthiest Foods]() Healthy Food Tip & Recipe September 7, 2017 The George Mateljan Foundation is a not-for-profit foundation with no commercial interests or advertising. Our mission is to help you eat and cook the healthiest way for optimal health. Watermelon is Our Food of the Week [Watermelon: what's new and beneficial]( Healthy Food Tip How much protein do I need? A healthy adult is estimated to need around 40 to 65 grams of protein per day. If this is not provided in the food you eat, your body will begin to break down muscle and other tissues to obtain the amino acids it needs. [Read More]( Healthy Breakfast Recipe from Day 4 of the WHFoods 7-Day Meal Plan Enjoy this recipe from Day 4 of our upcoming WHFoods 7-Day Meal Plan. We encourage you to sample the recipes that we have been (and will be) previewing over the next several weeks. They are packed with nutrition from the nutrient-rich foods found in each recipe. Each day we will share with you a special tip about the foods included in this week's recipe: Oats: A steaming bowl of fresh cooked oatmeal is the perfect way to start off your day, especially if you are trying to prevent or are currently dealing with heart disease or diabetes. Oats, oat bran, and oatmeal contain a specific type of fiber known as beta-glucan. Since 1963, study after study has proven the beneficial effects of this special fiber on cholesterol levels. Studies show that in individuals with high cholesterol (above 220 mg/dl), consuming just 3 grams of soluble oat fiber per day (an amount found in one bowl of oatmeal) typically lowers total cholesterol by 8-23%. This is highly significant since each 1% drop in serum cholesterol translates to a 2% decrease in the risk of developing heart disease. High cholesterol levels correlate with the build up of plaques in blood vessel walls. If these plaques become damaged or simply grow too large, they can rupture, blocking a blood vessel and causing a heart attack, stroke, or blood clots elsewhere in the body. Lowering high cholesterol levels can therefore significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke. A study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine confirms that eating high fiber foods, such as oats, helps prevent heart disease. Almost 10,000 American adults participated in this study and were followed for 19 years. People eating the most fiber, 21 grams per day, had 12% less coronary heart disease (CHD) and 11% less cardiovascular disease (CVD) compared to those eating the least, 5 grams daily. Those eating the most water-soluble dietary fiber fared even better with a 15% reduction in risk of CHD and a 10% risk reduction in CVD. Power Oatmeal with Blueberries The addition of pumpkin seeds and berries makes our version of the more traditional oatmeal breakfast a more nutritious and satisfying way to start the day and carry you through until lunch. Study after study has proven the beneficial effects of the special fiber found in oats, oat bran, and oatmeal, (beta glucan) on cholesterol levels. Individuals who consumed just 3 grams of soluble oat fiber per day (an amount found in one bowl of oatmeal) typically lowered their total cholesterol by 8-23%! Since all ingredients are selected from our list of World's Healthiest Foods you are ensured to receive an abundance of health-protective nutrients. When we evaluated this recipe against our WHFoods recommended daily amounts it provided 246% manganese to support bone production, 147% molybdenum for antioxidant protection, 65% magnesium to help maintain nervous system balance, 60% vitamin B1 to help promote energy production, 52% vitamin B2 to help support iron metabolism, 51% protein to help maintain integrity of body structures, 50% niacin to support energy production, 50% zinc to promote immune function, 46% fiber to help promote optimal passage of food through the digestive tractand much more! Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: - 1 cup water - pinch of salt - 1/2 cup Old Fashioned rolled oats - 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon - 2 TBS pumpkin seeds, chopped or ground - 1/2 cup blueberries, strawberries or raspberries (or a combination) - 1/2 cup almond milk - 3/4 cup plain yogurt Directions: - Bring the water and salt to a boil in a saucepan, then turn the heat to low and add the oats. - Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring regularly so that the oatmeal will not clump together. Add cinnamon and pumpkin seeds, stir, cover the pan and turn off heat. Let sit for 5 minutes. Serve with berries, almond milk, and yogurt. Serves 1 If you are using prepackaged oats, it is best to follow the directions on the package. We would love to hear from you. Please e-mail us your rave reviews, comments, or any suggestions you might have after having tried the recipes from our powerful WHFoods 7-Day Menu, gmf@mauigateway.com. 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