Laurel on Health Food

Self Magazine reports that researchers from the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland found eating about two cups of beans a weak may lower your risk of colon cancer by 65% over a four-year period.  The polyphenols and fiber in beans may prevent harmful colon polyps from forming.  Self recommends tossing black, navy, lima, and [...]

ChefMD™ writes that a study from the Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School shows that pre-menopausal women who consume high amounts of vitamin D and calcium may reduce their risk of breast cancer by 40%. ChefMD™ says the best food sources of vitamin D are dairy products and oily fish such as [...]

Have you seen the commercial for Taco Bell’s Chicken Grilled Taquitos? I have to admit they actually look quite yummy. Grilled, marinated chicken wrapped in a flour tortilla with cheese and one dipping sauce (salsa, guacamole, or sour cream). I checked out their website and the nutrition information shows that its not a bad option [...]

Women’s Health Magazine reviewed and rated some healthy frozen meals. Read on for their favorites:

Laurel’s favorite: Any of the meals from Amy’s Kitchen are seriously yummy and satisfying. My favorite is the “Black Bean Vegetable Enchilada”. I wait until they go on sale and stock up my freezer for easy lunches during the work week.

DentalPlans.com reports that 3 1/2 ounces of raw cherries has 70 calories, 2 grams of fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and a high water content (weight does not include pits).
A study published by the Agricultural Research Service showed that antioxidants found in cherries are known to lower inflammation and inflammatory pain associated with arthritis, heart disease, [...]