Recipe: BLACK BEAN AND ORANGE SALSA

BLACK BEAN AND ORANGE SALSA
1 navel orange
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed and drained

1 small yellow bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped

1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped

1/2 cup cilantro leaves (stems removed), finely chopped

1/2 cup finely chopped scallions, white and green parts

1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice

1 tsp. canola oilSalt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Grate 1 teaspoon of zest from the orange, and set aside. Peel and section the orange, holding it over a medium bowl to reserve the juice. Chop the sections and place them, with all the juice collected into the bowl. Add the beans, yellow pepper, jalapeño, cilantro and scallions.

Whisk together the lime juice and oil in a small bowl. Mix it into the salsa, tossing with a fork to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Mix in the orange zest. Let the salsa stand 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to develop and meld.

This salsa keeps for 24 hours, tightly covered, in the refrigerator.

Makes 8 servings.

Per serving: 65 calories, 1 g. total fat (0 g. saturated fat), 11 g. carbohydrate, 3 g. protein, 4 g. dietary fiber, 166 mg. sodium.

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Study shows you can reverse wrinkling

Today's Washington Post is reporting that a small study has shown it may be possible to reverse somewhat the wrinkling of old age. The research suggests that topical application of retinol, a form of vitamin A, could make older people less prone to skin ulcerations and poor healing of wounds.Three dozen white people — average age, 87 — had a skin moisturizer laced with retinol applied to one of their inner arms a couple of times a week for six months; a placebo was applied to the other arm. Neither the researcher who rubbed on the lotions nor the participants knew what was being applied.By the end of the testing period, fine wrinkling — which was assessed on a scale from zero, for none, to 9, for severe — declined considerably on the retinol-treated skin, from an average of 7.25 to 5.61.The researchers speculated that the retinol increased the production of collagen, which helps make skin elastic, and of glycosaminoglycan, which retains water.

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Researchers at Harvard and Tufts found that women younger than 60 taking at least 352 mg. of vitamin C each day were 57% less likely to get cataracts than those taking less than 140mg.

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Migraines Tied to Heart Attack Risk

Men who suffer from migraine headaches may be at greater risk for heart attack and other types of cardiovascular disease, according to a new study funded by NIH. The findings parallel last year’s report that women with a history of migraines also face a higher risk of cardiovascular disease.

More than 28 million Americans suffer from intense migraine headaches, often described as a pulsing or throbbing in one area of the head. Symptoms can include nausea, vomiting and extreme sensitivity to light and sound. Migraines affect about 18% of women and 6% of men.
Researchers studied more than 20,000 men for about 16 years. None had a history of cardiovascular disease or other major illnesses when they first enrolled in the study. About 1,500 of the men suffered from migraines.

Over time, the men with migraine had a 24% greater risk of developing major cardiovascular disease compared with men who did not have migraine. The men with migraine also had a 42% increased risk for heart attack.

The relationship between migraine and heart health is complex and unclear. Migraines may simply be a sign of an underlying cardiovascular problem.

In any event, because of the apparent link to heart disease, migraine sufferers might be wise to take steps to reduce traditional cardiovascular risk factors, like high blood pressure, obesity, smoking and high cholesterol.

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Some bacteria can be good for you. Probiotics is the beneficial bacteria that live in the small and large intestines. Probiotic bacteria inhibit growth of harmful bacteria, promote good digestion, boost immune function, and increase resistance to infection. Research has also proven that probiotics improves respiratory and allergy-response, as well as counter negative effects of antibiotic use. Want to get your daily dose of this powerful bacteria? Check it out in our store under the digestive health aids category.
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Tropical Fruit Smoothie

Tropical Fruit Smoothie

Makes a great breakfast or snack. Can substitute silken tofu for the yogurt.


Ingredients:
1 container nonfat lemon yogurt
1 8 oz can crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
1 large banana, sliced
1/2 cup pitted dried plums
1 cup ice cubes


Serves: 1

Cooking Time: Under 15 minutes

Instructions:
In blender container, combine all ingredients except the ice cubes. Blend until smooth. Add ice cubes; blend until smooth, pulsing on and off.

Source: California Dried Plum Board

Papaya for Summer Recipe

Papaya, Red Pepper and Pecan Salad

with Chicken


8 cups torn romaine lettuce leaves

2 medium, ripe papaya, peeled, halved,

seeded and cubed

1 large red bell pepper, halved, seeded and

sliced into 1/4-inch pieces

2 scallions, white part only

1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice

2 Tbsp. fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken

broth

1 Tbsp. honey

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp. Dijon mustard

2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

3/4 lb. cooked boneless chicken, diced

1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted*


In a large salad bowl, combine the lettuce, papaya, bell
pepper and scallions. In a measuring cup or small bowl,
whisk together the lime juice, broth, honey, garlic and
mustard. Slowly add the olive oil in a thin stream and whisk
the dressing until it is well blended. Season to taste with
salt and pepper.

Pour the dressing over the salad, add the chicken and toss
until well combined. Top with the pecans and serve.

*To toast the pecans, put them in a small skillet over
medium-high heat and stir frequently for 2 to 3 minutes,
until lightly browned. Immediately transfer the nuts to a
small dish and cool.

Makes 4 servings.

Per serving: 362 calories, 15 g. total fat (2 g. saturated
fat), 29 g. carbohydrate, 30 g. protein, 7 g. dietary fiber,
115 mg. sodium.

Got Dry Hair?

Got Dry Hair?
Jojoba oil is a great natural choice for regaining the shine and brightness of your hair, as the molecular structure of this oil is almost similar to the one of sebum, the natural hair moisturizer. It can be used as an overnight as well as a daily treatment for the hair.

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