NOW the Good Stuff!

Okay, so now that we know some of what NOT to eat, let's talk about what TO eat. I promise we will get to Key #2 soon (it's actually one of my favorites). But this entry is too important to gloss over.

But, before I go any further, check out http://www.meetup.com/Naturally-Healthy-Women/ for information about a great group of women, committed to reaching their goals of Optimal Wellness.
On Tues., March 15, Alena Sugar, a nutritionist, will share from the perspective and philosophy from the Weston A. Price Foundation.
We will gather at the Eggspecations in Chantilly, VA at 7:00 PM.

"The Top Healing Foods" (Actually there are 12, but we will start with the first 6 here.)

You are what you eat:

1. Fish and Fish Oil: Eat cold-water fish that have eaten marine life, not feedlot fish from farms eating salmon chow.

2. Cultured Dairy Products from Goats, Cows and Sheep: The dairy products should be from grass-fed cows and non-homogenized. Goat's milk is less allergenic; it contains higher amounts of medium-chained fatty acids, and contains 7 percent less lactose than cow's milk. 2 percent or skim milk is not recommended as removing the fat makes the milk less nutritious and less digestible and can cause allergies.

3. Olive Oil: High in monounsaturaded fatty acids and antioxidants, protects us from heart disease by controlling LDL cholesterol while raising HDL cholesterol levels. Contains flavonoids and polyphenols - antioxidants which help prevent cell damage from ocygen-containing chemicals called free radicals. Use high-qualify extra-virgin olive oil in cooking.

4. Small Fruits such as Figs, Grapes and Berries: Adds potassium to diet, plus fiver and antioxidants.

5. Soups and Salads: Especially beneficial to people with intestinal disease because they are high in nutrients that the gastrointestinal tract can easily absorb.

6. Healthy Saturated Fats: Use extra-virgin coconut oil for cooking or baking in a pan. Helps to balance the thyroid and improve metabolic function. Whole milk butter made from cattle grazing is loaded with vitamins A, D, and E.

# 7 - 12 Top Healing Foods covered in next entry - Stay Tuned!!

Happy, Healthy Eating!