National Nutrition
Month
Paleo. Ketogenic.
Low-Carb. Vegetarian. Vegan.
Weight Watchers. Atkins. South Beach.
With so many options, how do you know what “diet” is right for you? Let’s start by looking at the origin of the
word “diet.”
Diet: A
Way of Living
According to Merriam-Webster:
“The word diet first appeared
in English in the 13th century. Its original meaning was the same as in modern
English, “habitually taken food and drink.” But diet was used in another
sense too in the Middle and early modern English periods to mean “way of living.” This is, in fact, the
original meaning of diet’s Greek ancestor diaita, which is
derived from the verb diaitasthan, meaning “to lead one’s life.”
So what Modern-Day Diet fits the Definition of a “way of
living”?
Answer: The Ketogenic
Diet – The diet of our Ancestors
The ketogenic diet
is a high fat, moderate-protein, low-carb diet that trains your body to fuel
itself by breaking down fats instead of sugars. Why do we want to fuel our bodies from fats
and not sugars (carbs)? The short answer
is eating too many carbs (sugar) is associated with numerous health problems
like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, just to name a few. A body that is fueled by fat has much higher
energy stores and is less prone to the above-mentioned health problems.
March News & Events
March
30th – Intro to a Ketogenic Diet 5:30pm-6:30
pm at Back to Health
Join us for an informational hour on what a ketogenic
diet is, the benefits of adopting this way of eating, and sample a couple of
ketogenic recipes. Any non-member who attend
this informational class will be eligible for a $19 VIP first chiropractic visit
at Back to Health Wellness Center (includes exam, consultation, 3 computerized
nerve scans, and first adjustment).
We’re
still trying to give away the 55” TV that’s currently in our waiting area!
The FIRST person who refers 5 people that go
on to become members will win!
RECIPE OF THE MONTH:
Proscuitto
and Arugula Roll-Ups
Prep Time: 8
minutes
Yields: 6 roll-ups (2 per serving)
Ingredients:
2 cups arugula, mizuna, and/or other torn leafy
lettuce
¼ cup Green Goddess dressing or other dairy free keto
dressing
12 thin slices prosciutto (about 4 ounces)
2 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
1 small tomato, chopped
Directions:
1.
Place the arugula in a medium-sized bowl
and toss it with the dressing.
2.
Lay a slice of prosciutto on a clean work
surface with the narrow end facing you.
Place a small handful of the dressed arugula along the edge of the
prosciutto closest to you, then top with ½ tablespoon each of the chopped eggs
and tomato. Roll up and place seam side
down on a serving platter. Repeat with
the remaining ingredients.
3.
Store in an airtight container. Do not freeze.
Nutritional Information
(per serving)
Calories: 116
Fat: 9.6g (75%)
Protein: 6.2g (21%)
Carbs: 1.2g(4%)
Green Goddess Dressing
Prep Time: 8 minutes
Yield: 2 cups (2
tablespoons per serving)
Ingredients:
1 ½ cups mayonnaise,
store bough or homemade
2 tablespoons coconut
vinegar, apple cider vinegar, or tarragon vinegar
2 tablespoons finely
chopped fresh chives and/or scallions
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons anchovy paste
(about 1 anchovy) or 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground
black pepper
1 small clove garlic,
smashed with the side of a knife and finely chopped
2 to 4 tablespoons
chicken bone broth, store-bought or homemade
Directions:
Place all the ingredients
except the broth in a blender or large bowl and combine until smooth. Add just enough broth to thin to the desired
consistency. Store in an airtight container
in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Shake well before using.
Recipe’s courtesy of
Maria Emmerich: “Quick & Easy
Ketogenic Cooking”
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