Kelly Marcil - Cholesterol Lowering Cookbooks: Superfoods and Dairy Free for a Low Cholesterol Diet

Cholesterol Lowering Cookbooks

Superfoods and Dairy Free for a Low Cholesterol Diet

Kelly Marcil

Copyright 2013 Kelly Marcil

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The lowering of cholesterol in your diet can achieve a number of different results. For one thing, you will find that employing a low cholesterol diet actually makes your body feel better, and even cures some of the most common ailments. It should be noted however that while it is said to reduce the symptoms of PMS, not everyone will experience the same results, and with that being the case, your mileage may vary. In spite of that, lowering your cholesterol is a must, but what happens if you need to cut the dairy out of your diet? Most will never consider doing this, but there is a good reason to, believe it or not. Lactose intolerance is a common ailment in people all over the world, and while it might not always cause the most severe problems, it can make someone rather uncomfortable. That being said, learning to cook with lactose intolerance in mind should be one of your primary concerns.

This condition is essentially the inability to digest lactose, which is a sugar found in milk. This also extends to milk based dairy products, though not so much. Rather than being a disorder, lactose intolerance is actually a genetic condition; you cannot control whether or not you suffer from it. With this condition, there is a severe lack of lactase, an enzyme in the body responsible for catalyzing hydrolysis. In most cases, consumption of lactose will cause anything from abdominal bloating, to flatulence and nausea. In addition to that, it has been concluded in scientific studies that significant milk consumption by those suffering from lactose intolerance can contribute to inflammatory bowel disease.

It should be noted that most mammals in the animal kingdom become lactose intolerant after being weaned from their mothers milk, but human beings have what is known as lactase persistence. 75% of adults have a decrease of lactase in their bodies during adulthood. The best way to cope with lactose intolerance of course is to try avoiding foods that contain dairy products. Many of the recipes contained within this book will help you to do just that, ensuring you have a great tasting diet while maintaining the maximum amount of comfort throughout your day. Remember, being lactose intolerant is nothing to be ashamed of! The majority of animals are lactose intolerant as human beings, we are a bit of a natural phenomenon. That being said, using this cookbook will easily take you back to your natural roots whether youre lactose intolerant or not.

In addition to covering the concept of dairy free foods, this book will also take a close look at superfoods. What are superfoods exactly? You hear about them all the time, but you should note that it is not a term used by dieticians and food scientists. They, more often than not, tend to believe that the foods defined do not have the health benefits claimed by most individuals. The problem here is that there has been very little research, and as a result, there is a bit of a wide spectrum. One of the most common superfoods is blueberries, which have high levels of antioxidants.

Meal planning is yet another aspect of this book. How do you go about planning meals exactly? What is involved? If you happen to be new to the dieting, you might not know how to compose your own meals, or even how to judge the various calorie amounts. That being the case, it makes sense to have someone plan these meals for you. This book contains plans for every single time of day from the early morning to the late evening. Before you know it, you will be living the healthy life you have always dreamed of. It might sound like a dream, but lets be honest, when it comes to the state of your health, dreams can come true more often than not. You are in control of your body, and while it might be difficult to lose weight sometimes, you will not be stopped from making yourself feel healthier. More than a few people have embarked on a diet of this nature only to find that their energy increased and their quality of life improved astronomically. Yes, it will require some sacrifices on your part, but to be honest, it is quite worth it!

One of the final things this book covers is the concept of starting your children on this diet. Yes, this is an outstanding diet, but as you know, children are always growing, and their bodies might not be able to accept the change. Within this book you will find solutions for children, ensuring that they too can participate in this activity with you. Your entire family can participate of course, and you will find that it not only makes them feel healthier, but also improves their quality of life. The family that diets together, stays together, and they will have many extra years together that they might not have had otherwise. All diets are going to be work, of course, but soon enough, and with enough patience, you are going to find that all that work was well worth it.

While there are many fad diets out there that do not seem to pan out, or even cause harm to their users, these recipes are all natural and designed to give you the life you deserve. Start looking through this book today and create a new dietary routine for yourself. It might be difficult to stick with it at first, but as you progress, you will find it easier and easier to get where you want to be in life. That being said, its time to embark on your journey, and if possible, take a few friends with you. Theres nothing like having company, and it helps you stick with your chosen path. The ultimate diet and the ultimate lifestyle is finally within your grasp!

Before we say anything else about superfoods and the recipes that youll find in this book, its important to mention that superfoods isnt a term which nutritionists or dieticians use. In fact, there isnt any single, universally accepted definition of the term, although it is used to market all manner of food products and nutritional supplements. That doesnt mean, however, that some foods arent, for lack of a better term, super in terms of their nutritional value and health benefits.

Perhaps the most useful definition of superfoods is this: a food which is rich in essential nutrients, phytochemicals and other beneficial compounds, but that is also healthy in the broadest sense. These are fairly low calorie foods which contain no additives or artificial ingredients.

The best superfoods are also some of the easiest to find at your local market. Foods like pumpkin and other winter squashes, wild salmon, beans and lentils, spinach and other dark leafy greens, blueberries, kiwi fruit, oats, sweet potatoes and even chocolate (dark chocolate, not milk chocolate). Common though these foods may be, they all meet the superfoods criteria and are highly nutritious, healthy foods which deserve a prominent place in anyones diet.

Well go into the nutritional benefits of these superfoods in a little more detail in the individual chapters which follow. From vitamins and to phytonutrients which may play a role in preventing illness, to fiber and of course, flavor, these are foods which have a lot to offer your palate and your health.

Salmon is the exception among superfoods in that its an animal product rather than a fruit, vegetable or seed. Salmon is one of the richest sources of omega-3 fatty acids, a compound which can promote cognitive development, possibly improve mood and fight inflammation (and as such, is thought to help prevent certain forms of cancer as well as stroke and heart disease, among other illnesses). Its also an excellent source of lean protein and vitamin D, as well as carotenoid compounds (which are what give salmon its distinctive color).