Please visit: http://www.vindicomeded.com/cmelc/pcon_ce0809.asp
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Use nutrition as a tool for managing ocular disease (ie. eye disease)
Use nutrition as a tool for managing ocular disease
Please visit: http://www.vindicomeded.com/cmelc/pcon_ce0809.asp
Please visit: http://www.vindicomeded.com/cmelc/pcon_ce0809.asp
Monday, November 26, 2012
Why beta-carotene from plant sources is important for making Vitamin A in human body?
Info Source:
Vitamin A comes from animal sources, such as eggs, meat, fortified milk, cheese, cream, liver, kidney, cod, and halibut fish oil. However, all of these sources -- except for skim milk that has been fortified with Vitamin A -- are high in saturated fat and cholesterol.
Sources of beta-carotene include:
- Bright yellow and orange fruits such as cantaloupe, pink grapefruit, and apricots
- Vegetables such as carrots, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, and winter squash
- Other sources of beta-carotene include broccoli, spinach, and most dark green, leafy vegetables.
My Note: By far the most important
provitamin A carotenoid is beta-carotene; other provitamin A carotenoids are
alpha-carotene and beta-cryptoxanthin. The body converts these plant pigments
into vitamin A.
The
more intense the color of a fruit or vegetable, the higher the
beta-carotene content. Vegetable sources of beta-carotene are fat- and
cholesterol-free.
How many known Carotenoids are there?
Info Source:
Carotenoids are dark-colored dyes (pigments) found in plant foods
that can turn into a form of vitamin A. There are more than 500 known
carotenoids. One such carotenoid is beta-carotene.
- Beta-carotene is an antioxidant. Antioxidants protect cells from damage caused by substances called free radicals. Free radicals are believed to contribute to certain chronic diseases and play a role in the aging processes.
- Food sources of carotenoids such as beta-carotene may reduce the risk for cancer.
- Beta-carotene supplements do not seem to reduce cancer risk.
Which vitamin is critical for ( eye ) vision?
Vitamin A is critical for vision
as an essential component of rhodopsin, a protein that absorbs light in the
retinal receptors, and because it supports the normal differentiation and
functioning of the conjunctival membranes and cornea [2-4].
Which Carotenoids found in food are not converted into vitamin A?
Carotenoids found in food,
such as lycopene, lutein, and zeaxanthin, are not converted into vitamin A.
What is the most important provitamin A carotenoid is beta-carotene
By far the most important
provitamin A carotenoid is beta-carotene; other provitamin A carotenoids are
alpha-carotene and beta-cryptoxanthin. The body converts these plant pigments
into vitamin A.
Tthe most important provitamin A carotenoid is beta-carotene
The followung is extracted from http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminA-HealthProfessional/
Vitamin A is the name of a group
of fat-soluble retinoids, including retinol, retinal, retinoic acid, and
retinyl esters [1-3].
Vitamin A is critical for vision
as an essential component of rhodopsin, a protein that absorbs light in the
retinal receptors, and because it supports the normal differentiation and
functioning of the conjunctival membranes and cornea [2-4].
Vitamin A also supports cell growth and differentiation, playing a critical
role in the normal formation and maintenance of the heart, lungs, kidneys, and
other organs [2].
Preformed vitamin A is found in
foods from animal sources, including dairy products, fish, and meat (especially
liver)
.
By far the most important
provitamin A carotenoid is beta-carotene; other provitamin A carotenoids are
alpha-carotene and beta-cryptoxanthin. The body converts these plant pigments
into vitamin A.
Both provitamin A and preformed
vitamin A must be metabolized intracellularly to retinal and retinoic acid, the
active forms of vitamin A, to support the vitamin's important biological
functions [2,3].
Other carotenoids found in food,
such as lycopene, lutein, and zeaxanthin, are not converted into vitamin A.
The various forms of vitamin A
are solubilized into micelles in the intestinal lumen and absorbed by duodenal
mucosal cells [5].
Both retinyl esters and provitamin A carotenoids are converted to retinol,
which is oxidized to retinal and then to retinoic acid [2].
Most of the body's vitamin A is stored in the liver in the form of retinyl
esters.
World's Healthiest Foods rich in omega-3 fats (from http://www.whfoods.com/)
Info source:
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=nutrient&dbid=84
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=nutrient&dbid=84
Oprah's Green Drink Recipe courtesy of Oprah
Info source: http://www.oprah.com/food/Oprahs-Green-Drink
Oprah's Green Drink
Recipe courtesy of Oprah
When Oprah wants to start her morning with a boost of vitamins, she blends this healthy breakfast beverage.
Servings: Makes 2 to 2 1/2 glasses
Ingredients
3 stalks celery
2 cucumbers
1 apple
1 chunk fresh ginger
1 cup fresh spinach
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a juicer and blend until smooth.
Oprah's Green Drink
Recipe courtesy of Oprah
When Oprah wants to start her morning with a boost of vitamins, she blends this healthy breakfast beverage.
Servings: Makes 2 to 2 1/2 glasses
Ingredients
3 stalks celery
2 cucumbers
1 apple
1 chunk fresh ginger
1 cup fresh spinach
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a juicer and blend until smooth.
Saturday, November 24, 2012
Health benefits of Carotenoid
Re: Health benefits of Carotenoid
Info source:
Info source:
Carotenoid
molecules are powerful antioxidants which can act as scavengers for
free radicals, singlet oxygen, and other harmful reactive oxygen species
in human body.
Studies
have shown an inverse correlation between the level of carotenoid and
the risk of cancers, cardiovascular diseases, and degenerative diseases.
Skin carotenoid levels (scores) were directly correlated with the degree of fruit and vegetable intakes.
Re: Skin carotenoid levels (scores) were directly correlated with the degree of fruit and vegetable intakes.
According to an article, “Effect of fruit and vegetable intake on skin carotenoid detected by non-invasive Raman spectroscopy” by Rerksuppaphol S , skin carotenoid levels (scores) were directly correlated with the degree of fruit and vegetable intakes.
For details, please see
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/17048431/
The relationship between fruit and vegetable consumption and Skin Carotenoid Score by BioPhotonic measurements:
Re: The relationship between fruit
and vegetable consumption and Skin Carotenoid Score by BioPhotonic measurements:
The
following is extracted from page 12 of
“The Validity of the Pharmanex BioPhotonic Scanner and
a Review of The Literature”, by Louis B. Cady, M.D., Founder and CEO – The Cady
Wellness Institute, Newburgh, IN, USA for your reference.
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“Following the
granting of the patent in 2001, further research on the clinical relevance of
the scanner was performed by Pharmanex. In a paper published in-house by one of
their chief scientists, significant data points were obtained correlating scan
scores with fruit and vegetable consumption, smoking, and LifePak usage.
• 1,375 subjects
entered into the population study, drawn from the ranks of NuSkin Enterprises,
the parent company of Pharmanex.
• The mean score of
these subjects was 19,072 Raman units, with a standard deviation of 8,828
units. The lowest measurement obtained was 1,556 units; the highest level
was 73,416. The majority of the subjects (68%) fell between10,244 and 27,900 Raman
units for the “Skin Carotenoid Score.”
• There was, as
expected, a pronounced, positive relationship between fruit and vegetable
consumption which was reported and the BioPhotonic measurements:
i. 1 or less
serving/day netted a score of 16,827 +/-6,725
ii. 2-3
servings/day: 19,669 +/-8,557
iii. 4 -5 servings:
23,997 +/- 12,648
iv. 6 or more
servings: 25,377 +/- 12,953 units”
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(For Details, please see http://www.holthealth.com/uploads/5/6/0/7/5607197/scannerwhitepaperlouiscadymd1.pdf
)
Routine LifePak users had about the same BioPhotonic skin measurements as people who reported eating more than five servings of fruits and vegetables daily
Routine LifePak users had about the
same BioPhotonic skin measurements as people who reported eating more than five
servings of fruits and vegetables daily
The
following is extracted from page 13 of
“The Validity of the
Pharmanex BioPhotonic Scanner and a Review of The Literature”, by Louis B. Cady, M.D., Founder and CEO – The Cady Wellness Institute,
Newburgh, IN, USA for your reference.
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“Finally, there was a strong and obvious correlation between the use of
LifePak ® supplementation and skin carotenoid measurements. Subjects who
routinelyconsumed two packs of LifePak® supplements (a product of Nu
Skin) at
the recommended dosageof one packet twice daily measured 61% higher than those
not using LifePak.
In general, these routine LifePak users had about the same BioPhotonic
skin measurements as people who reported eating more than five servings of
fruits and vegetables daily.”
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Friday, November 23, 2012
Healthtech Biophotonic Scanner.m4v (A Scanner to measure skin carotenoid antioxidant)
Healthtech Biophotonic Scanner.m4v (A Scanner to measure skin carotenoid antioxidant)
Thursday, November 22, 2012
Incredible Smoothies: Fruit and Green Smoothie Recipes for Incredible Health
I came across the following (green) smoothie website by Tracy Russell which I
think is good.
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Antioxidant Workshop: Antioxidants for Pandemic Protection and FunDrinks --- Conducted by Yeow (Loh Yeow Nguan [His recent skin carotenoid antioxidant score of 85,000 is a testimony of how he practices what he preaches!]
Info source: VSS eNewsletter 19 November 2012
Antioxidant Workshop
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Yeow (Loh Yeow Nguan), who has represented the VSS in numerous talks and educational programmes for schools, is an experienced trainer who has conducted a variety of workshops at many institutions and private companies. As a former triathlete, he is also well versed in the importance of smoothies in supporting a physically active lifestyle. His recent skin carotenoid antioxidant score of 85,000 is a testimony of how he practices what he preaches! This December, Yeow will be conducting 2 workshops that can empower you in achieving an healthy lifestyle. Antioxidants for Pandemic Protection and FunDrinks It is good to be prepared in times of food scarcity, be it during a crisis or even when travelling. How do we stay alive and still get plenty of antioxidants which our immune system depends on? With the festive season just round the corner, having some nice healthy drinks could come in handy as well! This seminar covers the following topics: • food in times of scarcity • the why and how of sprouting • soy yoghurt - making and sampling • fruit enzymes and antioxidant rich party drinks • at least four recipes and sampling Location: Kampung Senang Holistic Lifestyle Centre, Blk 106 Aljunied Crescent #01-205 (Tel: 6749 8509) When: 8 Dec 2012, 1.30 to 4.30pm Fee: promotional price of $40 per person [usual $50] with door gift of complimentary soy yoghurt starter culture Class size is limited to 40 participants | ||
Monday, November 19, 2012
Which two vitamins are NOT found in food from plant sources?
Which two vitamins are NOT found in foods from plant sources?
The answer is: Vitamin D and Vitamin B12.
The answer is: Vitamin D and Vitamin B12.
Vegetarian Resource Group
On 2012-11-19 (Monday), I came across the following website which I think is good.
What is the Vegetarian Resource Group?
Our health professionals, activists, and educators work with businesses and individuals to bring about healthy changes in your school, workplace, and community.
Registered dietitians and physicians aid in the
development of nutrition-related publications and answer member and
media questions about vegetarian diets.
The Vegetarian Resource Group is
a non-profit organization. Financial support comes primarily from
memberships, contributions, and book sales.
Veganism in a Nutshell -- Very useful and important information for vegans and people who seldom take food from animal or fish or poultry sources
Veganism in a Nutshell -- Very useful and important information for vegans and people who seldom take food from animal or fish or poultry sources
Please visit http://www.vrg.org/nutshell/vegan.htm
Please visit http://www.vrg.org/nutshell/vegan.htm
Saturday, November 17, 2012
Efooddehydrator.com --- A good website on Food Dehydration:
On 2012-11-17, Saturday I came across the following good website on Food Dehydration:
http://www.efooddehydrator.com/
http://www.efooddehydrator.com/
You may like it!
Insect bite marks of the organic Kailan (Chinese kale) vegetable Ibought on 17 November 2012
Insect bite marks of the organic Kailan (Chinese kale) vegetable I bought on 17 November 2012, Saturday.
Making of dehydrated banana for the first time on 2012-11-17 with RenkiFood Dehydrator.
On 2012-11-17, Saturday at 1448 hour, I started to use Renki Food Dehydrator for the first time to make dehydrated banana. One medium to large size banana was used. No. of tray used = One. Temperature set = 55 degrees C. Expected dehydration time = 8 to 10 hours. I would let you know the outcome later.
On 18-11-2012, I had to switch off the dehydrator after more than 33 hours even though the banana pieces were still not yet fully dried and crunchy. They Were soft but still sticky. Actually since 8.00 am on 18-11-2012
I set the temperature to 75 degrees Celsius most of the time until I switched the dehydrator.
On 18-11-2012, I had to switch off the dehydrator after more than 33 hours even though the banana pieces were still not yet fully dried and crunchy. They Were soft but still sticky. Actually since 8.00 am on 18-11-2012
I set the temperature to 75 degrees Celsius most of the time until I switched the dehydrator.
Instruction Manual of Taiyo Pressure Cooker Model PC51M (Operation / Operating Manual, User Guide)
Instruction Manual of Taiyo Pressure Cooker Model PC51M
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Note: I bought one Taiyo Pressure Cooker Model PC51M on 9 November 2012 at S$188.00 (Usual price S$199.00) at NTUC Fairprice Supermarket (AMK Hub) to replace the faulty Taiyo Pressure Cooker Model PC50M bought on 7 November 2009.
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Saturday, November 10, 2012
Gluten free grains from Realfooforlife.com
Info source:
http://realfoodforlife.com/11-gluten-free-grains/
http://realfoodforlife.com/11-gluten-free-grains/
Friday, November 9, 2012
How much vitamin D do I need?
Info source: http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/what-should-you-eat/vitamin-d/index.html#vitamin-d-sources-and-function
The Institute of Medicine's (IOM) recommended daily intake of vitamin D is 600 IU for people ages 1 to 70, and 800 IU after age 70. (7) Yet this is overly conservative, since the best available evidence shows optimal intakes are higher, at least 800–1,000 IU for adults.
In extremely high doses—hundreds of thousands of IU or more—vitamin D is toxic and can even cause death. But in children over the age of 9 and in adults, taking up to 4,000 IU per day as a supplement is safe; ages 4 to 8, up to 3,000 IU; ages 1 to 3, 2,500 IU; ages 6 to 12 months, up to 1,500 IU; and ages 0 to 6 months, up to 1,000 IU. (7)
Many people may need 2,000 IU per day (or more) for adequate blood levels, particularly if they have darker skin, spend winters at higher latitudes (such as the northern U.S.), or spend little time in the sun. If you fall into one of these groups, which would include most of the U.S. population, taking 2,000 IU is reasonable and well within the safe range for adults. As always, it's a good idea to discuss use of supplements with your doctor, and he or she may want to order a vitamin D blood test.
To prevent rickets, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends vitamin D supplements of 400 IU per day for breastfed infants, and also for non-breastfed infants and children who do not drink at least a liter of vitamin D fortified milk each day. (6) Infants and children at high risk of deficiency—those who are born premature, have dark skin, or live at high latitudes—may need supplements of up to 800 IU per day, especially in the winter.
The Institute of Medicine's (IOM) recommended daily intake of vitamin D is 600 IU for people ages 1 to 70, and 800 IU after age 70. (7) Yet this is overly conservative, since the best available evidence shows optimal intakes are higher, at least 800–1,000 IU for adults.
In extremely high doses—hundreds of thousands of IU or more—vitamin D is toxic and can even cause death. But in children over the age of 9 and in adults, taking up to 4,000 IU per day as a supplement is safe; ages 4 to 8, up to 3,000 IU; ages 1 to 3, 2,500 IU; ages 6 to 12 months, up to 1,500 IU; and ages 0 to 6 months, up to 1,000 IU. (7)
Many people may need 2,000 IU per day (or more) for adequate blood levels, particularly if they have darker skin, spend winters at higher latitudes (such as the northern U.S.), or spend little time in the sun. If you fall into one of these groups, which would include most of the U.S. population, taking 2,000 IU is reasonable and well within the safe range for adults. As always, it's a good idea to discuss use of supplements with your doctor, and he or she may want to order a vitamin D blood test.
To prevent rickets, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends vitamin D supplements of 400 IU per day for breastfed infants, and also for non-breastfed infants and children who do not drink at least a liter of vitamin D fortified milk each day. (6) Infants and children at high risk of deficiency—those who are born premature, have dark skin, or live at high latitudes—may need supplements of up to 800 IU per day, especially in the winter.
Vitamin D from food and supplements
Info source: http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/what-should-you-eat/vitamin-d/index.html#vitamin-d-sources-and-function
Very few foods naturally contain vitamin D. Good sources include dairy products and breakfast cereals (both of which are fortified with vitamin D), and fatty fish such as salmon and tuna.
For most people, the best way to get enough vitamin D is taking a supplement, but the level in most multivitamins (400 IU) is too low. Encouragingly, some manufacturers have begun adding 800 or 1,000 IU of vitamin D to their standard multivitamin preparations. If the multivitamin you take does not have 800 or 1,000 IU of vitamin D, you may want to consider adding a separate vitamin D supplement, especially if you don't spend much time in the sun. Talk to your healthcare provider.
Very few foods naturally contain vitamin D. Good sources include dairy products and breakfast cereals (both of which are fortified with vitamin D), and fatty fish such as salmon and tuna.
For most people, the best way to get enough vitamin D is taking a supplement, but the level in most multivitamins (400 IU) is too low. Encouragingly, some manufacturers have begun adding 800 or 1,000 IU of vitamin D to their standard multivitamin preparations. If the multivitamin you take does not have 800 or 1,000 IU of vitamin D, you may want to consider adding a separate vitamin D supplement, especially if you don't spend much time in the sun. Talk to your healthcare provider.
Thursday, November 8, 2012
Treatment for Vitamin D Deficiency (by Webmd)
Info source: http://www.m.webmd.com/diet/vitamin-d-deficiency?page=3
Guidelines from the Institute of Medicine increased the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) of vitamin D to 600 international units (IU) for everyone aged 1-70, and raised it to 800 IU for adults older than 70 to optimize bone health. The safe upper limit was also raised to 4,000 IUs.
Treatment for Vitamin D Deficiency
Treatment for vitamin D deficiency involves getting more vitamin D -- through diet and supplements. Although there is no consensus on vitamin D levels required for optimal health -- and it likely differs depending on age and health conditions -- a concentration of less than 20 nanograms per milliliter is generally considered inadequate, requiring treatment.Guidelines from the Institute of Medicine increased the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) of vitamin D to 600 international units (IU) for everyone aged 1-70, and raised it to 800 IU for adults older than 70 to optimize bone health. The safe upper limit was also raised to 4,000 IUs.
If you don't spend much
time in the sun or always are careful to cover your skin (sunscreen
inhibits vitamin D production), you should speak to your doctor about
taking a vitamin D supplement, particularly if you have risk factors for
vitamin D deficiency.
Causes of Vitamin D Deficiency (by Webmd)
Info Source: http://www.m.webmd.com/diet/vitamin-d-deficiency?page=2
Your exposure to sunlight is limited. Because the body
makes vitamin D when your skin is exposed to sunlight, you may be at
risk of deficiency if you are homebound, live in northern latitudes,
wear long robes or head coverings for religious reasons, or have an
occupation that prevents sun exposure.
You have dark skin. The pigment melanin reduces the skin's ability to make vitamin D in response to sunlight exposure. Some studies show that older adults with darker skin are at high risk of vitamin D deficiency.
Your kidneys cannot convert vitamin D to its active form. As people age their kidneys are less able to convert vitamin D to its active form, thus increasing their risk of vitamin D deficiency.
Your digestive tract cannot adequately absorb vitamin D. Certain medical problems, including Crohn's disease, cystic fibrosis, and celiac disease, can affect your intestine's ability to absorb vitamin D from the food you eat.
Causes of Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin D deficiency can occur for a number of reasons:
You don't consume the recommended levels of the vitamin over time.
This is likely if you follow a strict vegetarian diet, because most of
the natural sources are animal-based, including fish and fish oils, egg
yolks, cheese, fortified milk, and beef liver.
You have dark skin. The pigment melanin reduces the skin's ability to make vitamin D in response to sunlight exposure. Some studies show that older adults with darker skin are at high risk of vitamin D deficiency.
Your kidneys cannot convert vitamin D to its active form. As people age their kidneys are less able to convert vitamin D to its active form, thus increasing their risk of vitamin D deficiency.
Your digestive tract cannot adequately absorb vitamin D. Certain medical problems, including Crohn's disease, cystic fibrosis, and celiac disease, can affect your intestine's ability to absorb vitamin D from the food you eat.
You are obese.
Vitamin D is extracted from the blood by fat cells, altering its
release into the circulation. People with a body mass index of 30 or
greater often have low blood levels of vitamin D.
Symptoms and Health Risks of Vitamin D Deficiency (by Webmd)
Info Source: http://www.m.webmd.com/diet/vitamin-d-deficiency
Symptoms and Health Risks of Vitamin D Deficiency
Symptoms of bone pain and muscle weakness can mean you have a vitamin D deficiency. However, for many people, the symptoms are subtle. Yet even without symptoms, too little vitamin D can pose health risks. Low blood levels of the vitamin have been associated with the following:- Increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease
- Cognitive impairment in older adults
- Severe asthma in children
- Cancer
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Vitamin D best food sources: Mackerel and Salmon
Info source:
http://www.livestrong.com/article/532109-nutrition-of-salmon-vs-mackerel/
(NUTRITION OF SALMON VS. MACKEREL)
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POily fish such as salmon and mackerel provide one of the few dietary sources of vitamin D.
According to the National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements, food sources of vitamin D remain scarce, the optimal source being sunlight.
3 ounces of salmon offers 112 percent of the recommended daily allowance for vitamin D, while the same amount of mackerel provides 97 percent.
Therefore salmon remains the superior dietary choice of vitamin D.
Note: 3.20 oz of sardines provides 43.7% of the recommended daily allowance for vitamin D.
http://www.livestrong.com/article/532109-nutrition-of-salmon-vs-mackerel/
(NUTRITION OF SALMON VS. MACKEREL)
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POily fish such as salmon and mackerel provide one of the few dietary sources of vitamin D.
According to the National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements, food sources of vitamin D remain scarce, the optimal source being sunlight.
3 ounces of salmon offers 112 percent of the recommended daily allowance for vitamin D, while the same amount of mackerel provides 97 percent.
Therefore salmon remains the superior dietary choice of vitamin D.
Note: 3.20 oz of sardines provides 43.7% of the recommended daily allowance for vitamin D.
Mackerel and salmon and vitamin D
Info source:
http://www.m.webmd.com/food-recipes/ss/slideshow-vitamin-d-overview
Original title: Dining With Vitamin D
Many of the foods we eat have no naturally occurring vitamin D.
Fish such as salmon, swordfish, or mackerel is one big exception -- and can provide a healthy amount of vitamin D in one serving.
Other fatty fish such as tuna and sardines have some "D," but in much lower amounts.
Small amounts are found in egg yolk, beef liver, and fortified foods like cereal and milk.
Cheese and ice cream do not usually have added vitamin D.
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Is Vitamin D a Special Concern for Vegans?
The following is from:
http://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2009issue2/2009_issue2_vitamin_d.php
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Is Vitamin D a Special Concern for Vegans?
A vegan diet can be planned to provide adequate amounts of vitamin D through use of fortified foods like fortified soymilk. Any person, whether vegan or not, who does not include good sources of vitamin D in his or her diet or take vitamin D supplements can be at risk for not getting adequate vitamin D, especially if sunlight exposure is limited. Some studies have found that vegans have lower vitamin D intakes than do lactoovo vegetarians or meat-eaters.8 This may be because cow's milk (a source of vitamin D) is a more common part of the daily menu for non-vegans than vitamin D fortified foods are for vegans.
http://www.vrg.org/journal/vj2009issue2/2009_issue2_vitamin_d.php
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Is Vitamin D a Special Concern for Vegans?
A vegan diet can be planned to provide adequate amounts of vitamin D through use of fortified foods like fortified soymilk. Any person, whether vegan or not, who does not include good sources of vitamin D in his or her diet or take vitamin D supplements can be at risk for not getting adequate vitamin D, especially if sunlight exposure is limited. Some studies have found that vegans have lower vitamin D intakes than do lactoovo vegetarians or meat-eaters.8 This may be because cow's milk (a source of vitamin D) is a more common part of the daily menu for non-vegans than vitamin D fortified foods are for vegans.
Vitamin D is almost never found in plant foods ??
Info source:
http://www.3fatchicks.com/4-vegan-vitamin-d-sources/
Vitamin D is almost never found in plant foods. However, UV-irradiated mushrooms and yeast are an exception.
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The following is from http://www.3fatchicks.com/4-vegan-vitamin-d-sources/ for your convenience.
It might be quite a challenge to ensure sufficient vegan vitamin D consumption. But, the fact is that we require a daily intake of this essential substance. It is rarely found in vegan foods, though. Fortunately, there are a few alternative sources of it.
To start, vegan vitamin D is necessary for our bodies to absorb calcium, without which the bones would soften and become brittle, causing bone diseases such as osteomalacia. Daily vitamin D intake is 5 mcg (0.005 mg) for people whose age is below 50 years, and 10 mcg (0.01 mg) for those whose age is ranging between 50 and 70. As mentioned, vitamin D is mostly found in animal products, which sets a challenge for vegans who exclude animal products from their diet because of health or ethical reasons. Fortunately, you can provide your organism with this vitamin choosing other sources of it.
1. Plant Foods: Mushrooms and Yeast
Vitamin D is almost never found in plant foods. However, UV-irradiated mushrooms and yeast are an exception.
2. Fortified Foods
Vitamin D is often added to regular dairy products. But, since dairy is not an option for vegans, you could opt for fortified vegan foods. Consider including the following fortified foods in your diet:
Rice and soy milk: one cup contains 2mcg of vitamin D
Margarine: there are 1.275 mcg of vitamin D in 2 tablespoons
Orange juice: 1.125 mcg in 1.5 cups of juice
These products, often consumed by vegans and vegetarians, are a good alternative source of Vitamin D. Read the labels carefully, since not all brands that specialize in, for example, soy food, offer fortified products. When purchasing vegan margarine, make sure it doesn't contain such dairy derivatives as lactose, whey, caseinate and casein.
3. Sunlight
Our bodies have an ability to produce vitamin D in the skin. This happens when the skin is exposed to the sunlight. Staying in the sun (with your skin exposed) for 15 minutes a day is enough to obtain a daily norm of vitamin D3. However, this might not be an option for those who don't have an opportunity to walk or sunbath outdoors every day, especially in peak hours of sun activity. People who live at Northern latitude areas might considerably lack the sun exposure. In this case other alternatives, such as fortified foods or supplements could be an option.
4. Supplements
You can solve the problem of lack of vitamin D by including it into your diet in a form of natural supplement. Beware that vitamin D is fat-soluble, that's the reason why it is often packaged in form of gelatin capsules. Gelatin, in turn, is derived from animals' bones and skin. To avoid consuming animal derivatives, opt for vitamin D which is sold in form of tablets or liquids.
As you can see, one might need some creativity to ensure sufficient vitamin D consumption, but it shouldn't be difficult. Remember to read the labels carefully when you shop for fortified foods and supplements. And, of course, enjoy the sun if you have the opportunity.
http://www.3fatchicks.com/4-vegan-vitamin-d-sources/
Vitamin D is almost never found in plant foods. However, UV-irradiated mushrooms and yeast are an exception.
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The following is from http://www.3fatchicks.com/4-vegan-vitamin-d-sources/ for your convenience.
4 Vegan Vitamin D Sources
It might be quite a challenge to ensure sufficient vegan vitamin D consumption. But, the fact is that we require a daily intake of this essential substance. It is rarely found in vegan foods, though. Fortunately, there are a few alternative sources of it.
To start, vegan vitamin D is necessary for our bodies to absorb calcium, without which the bones would soften and become brittle, causing bone diseases such as osteomalacia. Daily vitamin D intake is 5 mcg (0.005 mg) for people whose age is below 50 years, and 10 mcg (0.01 mg) for those whose age is ranging between 50 and 70. As mentioned, vitamin D is mostly found in animal products, which sets a challenge for vegans who exclude animal products from their diet because of health or ethical reasons. Fortunately, you can provide your organism with this vitamin choosing other sources of it.
1. Plant Foods: Mushrooms and Yeast
Vitamin D is almost never found in plant foods. However, UV-irradiated mushrooms and yeast are an exception.
2. Fortified Foods
Vitamin D is often added to regular dairy products. But, since dairy is not an option for vegans, you could opt for fortified vegan foods. Consider including the following fortified foods in your diet:
Rice and soy milk: one cup contains 2mcg of vitamin D
Margarine: there are 1.275 mcg of vitamin D in 2 tablespoons
Orange juice: 1.125 mcg in 1.5 cups of juice
These products, often consumed by vegans and vegetarians, are a good alternative source of Vitamin D. Read the labels carefully, since not all brands that specialize in, for example, soy food, offer fortified products. When purchasing vegan margarine, make sure it doesn't contain such dairy derivatives as lactose, whey, caseinate and casein.
3. Sunlight
Our bodies have an ability to produce vitamin D in the skin. This happens when the skin is exposed to the sunlight. Staying in the sun (with your skin exposed) for 15 minutes a day is enough to obtain a daily norm of vitamin D3. However, this might not be an option for those who don't have an opportunity to walk or sunbath outdoors every day, especially in peak hours of sun activity. People who live at Northern latitude areas might considerably lack the sun exposure. In this case other alternatives, such as fortified foods or supplements could be an option.
4. Supplements
You can solve the problem of lack of vitamin D by including it into your diet in a form of natural supplement. Beware that vitamin D is fat-soluble, that's the reason why it is often packaged in form of gelatin capsules. Gelatin, in turn, is derived from animals' bones and skin. To avoid consuming animal derivatives, opt for vitamin D which is sold in form of tablets or liquids.
As you can see, one might need some creativity to ensure sufficient vitamin D consumption, but it shouldn't be difficult. Remember to read the labels carefully when you shop for fortified foods and supplements. And, of course, enjoy the sun if you have the opportunity.
The USDA's list of top Vitamin D sources, includes:
Info source:
http://www.thedailygreen.com/environmental-news/latest/vitamin-d-deficiency
The USDA's list of top Vitamin D sources, includes:
Wild salmon (1,448 iu)
Pacific rockfish (459 iu)
Canned tuna (68-229 iu, with light tuna in oil having the most)
Sardines (164 iu)
Flatfish, like sole or flounder (154 iu)
Fortified milk (115-124 iu, with whole milk having more than skim)
Fortified cereals (34-104 iu, varying by type and brand)
Pickled herring (96 iu)
Pork (6-88 iu, with variation by cut)
Mushrooms (5-45 iu, with shitake having much more than white mushrooms)
Beef liver (42 iu)
Atlantic cod (40 iu)
Eggs (25-29 iu)
Ricotta cheese (25 iu, whereas most cheese have 4-6 iu)
Read more: http://www.thedailygreen.com/environmental-news/latest/vitamin-d-deficiency#ixzz2BP8WcjkY
http://www.thedailygreen.com/environmental-news/latest/vitamin-d-deficiency
The USDA's list of top Vitamin D sources, includes:
Wild salmon (1,448 iu)
Pacific rockfish (459 iu)
Canned tuna (68-229 iu, with light tuna in oil having the most)
Sardines (164 iu)
Flatfish, like sole or flounder (154 iu)
Fortified milk (115-124 iu, with whole milk having more than skim)
Fortified cereals (34-104 iu, varying by type and brand)
Pickled herring (96 iu)
Pork (6-88 iu, with variation by cut)
Mushrooms (5-45 iu, with shitake having much more than white mushrooms)
Beef liver (42 iu)
Atlantic cod (40 iu)
Eggs (25-29 iu)
Ricotta cheese (25 iu, whereas most cheese have 4-6 iu)
Read more: http://www.thedailygreen.com/environmental-news/latest/vitamin-d-deficiency#ixzz2BP8WcjkY
Food sources of Vitamin D (from webmd)
http://www.m.webmd.com/food-recipes/guide/calcium-vitamin-d-foods?page=2
It's a lot harder to get enough vitamin D from foods. Vitamin D is only in a few foods and often in very small amounts. Foods that provide vitamin D include:
Fatty fish (like tuna, mackerel, and salmon)
Foods fortified with vitamin D, like some dairy products, orange juice, soy milk, and cereals
Beef liver
Cheese
Egg yolks
Getting enough vitamin D from your diet isn't easy. Studies show that only about 20% of our vitamin D typically comes from the foods we eat.
Your body can also make vitamin D on its own. When you walk out into the sunlight with exposed skin, your body naturally produces vitamin D on its own.
It's a lot harder to get enough vitamin D from foods. Vitamin D is only in a few foods and often in very small amounts. Foods that provide vitamin D include:
Fatty fish (like tuna, mackerel, and salmon)
Foods fortified with vitamin D, like some dairy products, orange juice, soy milk, and cereals
Beef liver
Cheese
Egg yolks
Getting enough vitamin D from your diet isn't easy. Studies show that only about 20% of our vitamin D typically comes from the foods we eat.
Your body can also make vitamin D on its own. When you walk out into the sunlight with exposed skin, your body naturally produces vitamin D on its own.
Sunday, November 4, 2012
Saturday, November 3, 2012
First green smoothie for BB on 3 November 2012
At 6.20 pm of 3 November 2012 I made a green smoothie for BB for the first time. Ingredient: an orange An apple, a bandana, about 20 grams and 200 ml plain boiled water . Total smoothie = about 750 ml. BB took about 500 ml
The biggest quantity of organic green vegetables I bought on a single day.
The biggest quantity of organic green vegetables I bought on a single day.
On 3rd November 2012, I the following five about-250-gram packets of organic green vegetables .
(1) Organic Summer pak choy/choi（0r called summer Chinese white cabbage or Xia Bai Cai) (or 夏白菜 in Chinese)
(2) Organic cai xin.
(3) Organic red spinach.
(4) Organic green spinach.
(5) Organic xiao bai cai.
About half of the vegetables will be use for cooking vegetable soups for GG.
On 3rd November 2012, I the following five about-250-gram packets of organic green vegetables .
(1) Organic Summer pak choy/choi（0r called summer Chinese white cabbage or Xia Bai Cai) (or 夏白菜 in Chinese)
(2) Organic cai xin.
(3) Organic red spinach.
(4) Organic green spinach.
(5) Organic xiao bai cai.
About half of the vegetables will be use for cooking vegetable soups for GG.
A live worm was found in the Organic Summer pak choy/choi（0r called summer Chinese white cabbage or Xia Bai Cai) (or 夏白菜 in Chinese) I bought on 3 November 2012
At about 9.30 am on the 3rd November 2012, Saturday, for second time I bought a packet of about 230 grams of Organic Summer pak choy/choi（0r called summer Chinese white cabbage or Xia Bai Cai) (or 夏白菜 in Chinese) from the stall in market near my home my green smoothie.
I was happily surprised to find a live worm among the vegetable leaves. I prove that there is no pesticide in the growing the vegetable I bought !
The vegetable is a product of Fire flies health farm, Singapore. (www.fireflies.sg)
I was happily surprised to find a live worm among the vegetable leaves. I prove that there is no pesticide in the growing the vegetable I bought !
The vegetable is a product of Fire flies health farm, Singapore. (www.fireflies.sg)
Thursday, November 1, 2012
TAIYO ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER (5L) PC51M to replace themalfunctioningmodel TH-PC50M (Date: 1 November 2012, Thursday)
Last update on 6 December:2012: I bought one Taiyo Pressure Cooker Model PC51M on 9 November 2012 at S$188.00 (Usual price S$199.00) at NTUC Fairprice Supermarket (AMK Hub) to replace the faulty Taiyo Pressure Cooker Model PC50M bought on 7 November 2009.
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Last update on 9 November: 2012: On 9 November 2012, I bought a TAIYO ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER (5L) PC51M from NTUC Fairprice AMK Hub at S$188.00 (Usual price S$199.00) with a free stainless steel inner pot model: no. IP50M
I am planning to buy TAIYO ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER (5L) PC51M to replace the malfunctioning TAIYO ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER (5L) Model TH-PC50M bought on 7 November 2009.
The price of model PC51M at Courts Megastore is S$199.00 as at 31 October 2012 as told in my phone call to Courts Customer hotline.
Below is Picture TAIYO ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER (5L) PC51M
Below is Picture of TAIYO ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER (5L) Model TH-PC50M
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