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May 2007 Newsletter
by Beth Ley, Ph.D.
www.blpublications.com
NHL Ministries
IN THE NEWS
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Evidence Supports Benefits of Eating Organic
More evidence supports the benefits of eating organic. A recent
study was reported to prove that fruit grown without chemicals
contained significantly larger quantities of polyphenols and
antioxidants -- compounds associated with better health.
Two identical plots of kiwifruit were grown side-by-side by
scientists at the University of California at Davis. One plot of the
fruit was grown organically and the other using a standard mix of
herbicides, pesticides and chemical fertilizer.
After harvesting, and storing for different periods of time, the
organically grown kiwifruit were found to contain 18% higher levels
of polyphenols and 27% higher levels of antioxidants than those
grown using chemicals. Polyphenols found in red wine, red grapes,
red berries and extra virgin olive oil have been previously
associated with reduction of cholesterol levels and improved blood
circulation. Antioxidants help protect against free radicals that
can damage cellular structures and DNA.
The authors of this article contend that this is one of the first
studies that factor out all other possible influences in comparing
conventionally grown and organically grown plants.
Reference: Amodio ML, Colelli G, Hasey JK, Kader AA. A comparative
study of composition and postharvest performance of organically and
conventionally grown kiwifruits. 2007 March Journal of the
Science of Food and Agriculture, doi:10.1002/jsfa.2820
Omega-3s May Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk
In study of mice, fatty acid lowered buildup of protein
linked to disease
A fatty acid found in fish may help thwart the buildup of brain
proteins linked to Alzheimer’s disease, a study in mice suggests.
In Alzheimer’s disease, lesions known as “plaques” and ”tangles”
form in the brain, due to the abnormal clumping of two proteins
called beta-amyloid and tau. The mouse study found that a diet rich
in the fatty acid DHA might interfere with this process.
DHA, short for docosahexaenoic acid, is a type of omega-3 fatty acid
found mainly in fatty fish like salmon and mackerel, and to a lesser
extent in seaweed, eggs and DHA-fortified foods.
While the new findings come from studying mice, they complement
studies in humans that have linked higher fish intake, as well as
higher blood levels of DHA, to a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Such research suggests that the animal findings might well translate
to people, Dr. Frank LaFerla, the senior author on the new study,
told Reuters Health.
What’s needed now, according to LaFerla, are clinical trials
involving people with early-stage Alzheimer’s to see whether DHA
supplements can slow the progression of the disease. Martek has just
launched such a study, he said.
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Supplement Tip - when choosing your Omega-3 supplement, look
for one that contains at least 50% DHA compared to EPA. This way
fewer capsules are required to obtain the desired intake
(about 1,500 mg DHA) and optimal benefits.
Safest fish to eat - Wild Alaska salmon, anchovies, sardines,
Atlantic herring, Atlantic mackerel.
Yes, you can safely eat (these) fish 2-3 times a week.
Best way to get Omega-3 from your eggs is to eat them
poached, soft boiled, or hard boiled. Breaking the yolk or frying
them destroys the sensitive fatty acids.
Yes, you can eat eggs everyday (average of 2) - just eat them
poached, soft boiled or hard boiled.
For Your Entertainment:
Check out this humorous video on eating organic... and get the kids.
http://www.mouthrevolution.com/
IN BETH'S KITCHEN
BOXES!!!
Sorry guys, not the kind that pre-made processed foods come in, but
MOVING boxes. May 3rd is the big day, so the office will be closed
May 3rd and 4th.
I haven't been doing too much cooking lately --- just trying to use
up stuff in the fridge, freezer and panty so I don't have to move
it!
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SCRIPTURE
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Psalms 20:4
May He give you the desires of your heart and make all your
plans succeed.
"Have not I commanded thee?
Be strong and of a good courage;
Be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed:>br>
For the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest."
Joshua 1:9
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UPCOMING EVENTS
We have been having some awesome house meetings! If you would like
to invite your friends over for your own one day "mini-health
conference" with NHL Ministries, Contact Linda McGraw at
lindamaria51@comcast.net to set something up!
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