Brown Rice vs White Rice in Diabetes

                      Brown Rice (continue) Day 28, 2011

Researchers have found that eating five or more servings of white rice per week increase the risk of type 2 diabetes; but eating two or more servings of brown rice decrease the risk of type 2 diabetes.  Researchers also suggest that replacing one third of a daily serving of white rice with brown rice will lower the risk of type 2 diabetes by 16%.. 

 Brown rice has a glycemic index of 55. Glycemic index rank foods on how they affect our blood glucose levels.  This index measures how much your blood glucose increase in two-three hours after eating carbohydrates  Continue watch what Ms Bettis says...

Rose Anding 's Book Journey of Healthy Habits...for 2011: Brown Rice Sources of Vitamins and Minerals

Rose Anding 's Book Journey of Healthy Habits...for 2011: Brown Rice Sources of Vitamins and Minerals: " Brown R..."

Brown Rice Sources of Vitamins and Minerals

                       Brown Rice (continued) Day 27,2011

Did you know that once brown rice has been milled and polished that 67% of Vitamin B3, 80% of vitamin B1, 90% of vitamin B6, half of manganese and phosphorus; 60% of iron, all dietary fiber and essential fatty acids are destroyed?  Fully milled and polished white rice must be enriched with B1, B3, and iron, according to the USDA law. 

These nutrients that are added back into the processed rice are not the same as the un-milled and unpolished rice.  Approximate eleven nutrients are not replaced, even in the enriched rice.  Brown rice is an excellent source of manganese, and a good source of magnesium and selenium
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Rose Anding 's Book Journey of Healthy Habits...for 2011: WHOLE GRAIN: BROWN RICE HEALTH BENEFITS

Rose Anding 's Book Journey of Healthy Habits...for 2011: WHOLE GRAIN: BROWN RICE HEALTH BENEFITS: "Why Brown Rice and not White Rice 'Day 26, 2011'What is the difference between brown rice and white rice? Why we should eat brow..."

WHOLE GRAIN: BROWN RICE HEALTH BENEFITS

Why Brown Rice and not White Rice  "Day 26, 2011"

What is the difference between brown rice and white rice?  Why we should eat brown rice and not white rice.  Brown rice is whole grain and has several layers, when milling only the outer shell is removed.  This process is lease damaging to the nutritional value of the rice, and nutrients are not lost with further processing.  When brown rice is milled until the bran and most of germ layer is removed, it’s no longer brown but white:  most of the nutrients have also been removed.  The process is still not complete; now the rice must be polished to make it white.  Polishing removes the aleurone layer (a granular protein found in the endosperm of many seeds; or outer most layers in cereal grain) of the grain.  This layer is filled with healthy essential fats.  Once refined, these fats are exposed to air, causing oxidation; because the original nutrients has been removed the results is a simply refined starch, with a high glycemic index.  The aleurone layer is removed to extend the products shelf life.

To be continued……………….says Ms. Bettie.

Be not wise in thine own eyes; fear the Lord, and depart from evil.              Proverbs 3:7

Rose Anding 's Book Journey of Healthy Habits...for 2011: The carotenoid in Spinach helps protect against ey...

Rose Anding 's Book Journey of Healthy Habits...for 2011: The carotenoid in Spinach helps protect against ey...: " T..."

The carotenoid in Spinach helps protect against eye diseases such as cataracts and macular degeneration.

                        The Benefits of Spinach " Day  24,  2011"
 Spinach is a nutrient dense food, which is high in vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients.  It is an excellent source of vitamin K, A, B2, B6, C, E, calcium, iron, manganese, potassium, zinc, copper, dietary fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids.  Spinach is a heart healthy food, with potent antioxidants A and C, which reduce free radicals in the body; prevent oxidizing of cholesterol; protect the cells of the colon; and has anti-inflammatory properties.  It is also a good source for a healthy cardiovascular system. The mineral magnesium is said to help lower high blood pressure. The carotenoid in Spinach helps protect against eye diseases such as cataracts and macular degeneration.  It should be eaten with olive oil for absorption.

Nutrient Dense Foods:  High in Vitamins, Minerals, and Phytonutrients

Some people may be allergic to spinach, and should not eat it.  The oxalates in spinach may interfere with the absorption of calcium and cause crystallizing.  People with kidney or gallbladder problems should be careful in eating spinach.  It may also interfere with proper thyroid gland functioning, cooking may reduce the goitrogenic compounds. The purine in spinach may affect people with gout.  Just remember any leafy food may have high pesticide content; organic is better... Says Ms Bettie.

Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee.  Proverbs 2:11

Disclaimer:  The nutritional and health information provided is for informational and educational purposes only.  It is not intended to be used as a substitute for professional advice of any kind.  This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any illness