Aug 25 2008
A Good Egg
Eggs have been known to get a bad rap, as the cholesterol found in the yolks has been blamed for raising cholesterol levels in the body. Not so, says the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, which recently found no link in healthy people between eggs and either heart disease or stroke.
In fact, eggs may even reduce your risk of cancer, as they are one of the best sources of the nutrient choline (found mostly in the yolk), and a recent study indicates that women with a high intake of choline are 24 percent less likely to get breast cancer.
Golden yolks are also high in lutein and zeaxanthin, both antioxidants that have been shown to ward off macular degeneration.
Eggs also also more satisfying than carbs, and have been shown to help lower weight in obese people. They also contain a sequence of amino acids that makes egg protein easy for the body to absorb, so they help build and repair muscles.
Egg Options
Organic: laid by chickens that aren’t fed slaughterhouse byproducts, antibiotics or additives.
Pasteurized: they were placed in warm water to kill bacteria (look for this if you’re using raw eggs).
Omega-3 Enhanced: An easy way to up your intake of heart-healthy fatty acids.
Any other labels, such as Cage Free, Free Range, Pasture Raised, etc., don’t mean the chickens were treated well, and probably cost more than they’re worth.
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The festival features more than 125 renowned authors, leaders [...]
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Don’t know beans about beans? Never fear!
Here’s a quick lesson on beans, which pack quite a powerful healthy punch (they are high in protein, and may also help protect against heart disease, diabetes, and obesity).
Kidney Beans (pictured above)
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Leave it to New York City to not only host one of the coolest foodie events ever, but also provide the backdrop for the ever-addictive “Top Chef” on Bravo.
But before we talk boob tube, let’s talk festival.
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