Blog

Nutrition Tip from Dr. Janet Brill

Posted: 02/01/2012

Strong Bones=Healthy Aging Osteoporosis is a debilitating, bone-cracking disease that afflicts millions of older Americans. It usually strikes after age 60 and affects both women and men, albeit it is more common in women.   There are plenty of actions you can take to keep those bones healthy and strong as you age. Here are a few tips: Perform strength training exercises...

Sautéed Spinach with Garlic

Posted: 12/12/2011

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil • 4 cloves garlic, minced • 2 bags (10 ounces each) washed spinach (preferably organic) • ½ cup reduced sodium chicken broth • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, optional   Yield: 4 servings (serving size: ¼ of recipe, 182 grams or ~ ¾ cup) Nutritional Information...

January Tips!

Posted: 12/08/2011

January tips       1.      EAT DARK RED KIDNEY BEANS! Don't be fooled by their small size, beans pack a huge nutritional punch. They are loaded with figure-friendly protein, filling fiber, energizing B vitamins and heart-healthy antioxidants. Go for the dark red kidney beans, as this variety takes the budget super-food prize because they...

Dr. Janet's Roasted Brussel Sprouts

Posted: 12/01/2011

December Recipe Dr. Janet’s Roasted Brussels Sprouts   • 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut in half • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • 3 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper   Serves 4 Per 2/3 cup serving Nutritional Information Food weight: 1.0...

Cookbook: Lighter Pumpkin Pie

Posted: 10/31/2011

Lighter Pumpkin Pie Food Weight: 2.5 (or 2.0 if you make your own crust) This Thanksgiving, lighten up your holiday with a new, lighter pie.  This recipe uses fat-free milk, egg whites and a little less sugar to allow the classic pumpkin pie spices cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice to shine a little brighter. A graham cracker pie crust and a fat-free whipped topping are...

An Apple a Day...

Posted: 10/31/2011

No doubt about it, apples are a truly a miracle health food, especially for the heart. Apples contain a wealth of cholesterol-fighting compounds, most notably pectin, but also many antioxidants and dietary fiber. In addition to lowering cholesterol, they have been shown to reduce the risk of lung and prostate cancer, as well as these health benefits: The pectin fiber in...

November Weekly Tips

Posted: 10/31/2011

1.      FISHING FOR LIFE! Eat some fish today. In terms of fish omega-3s, the National Institute of Health has a recommended a goal of 0.65 grams a day, or about 4.5 grams per week, of long-chain omega-3s. Oily fish, such as salmon, mackerel, sardines, herring, and rainbow trout, all provide a hefty dose of these marine omega-3 fatty acids (between 1.2...

Barley Risotto with Shitake Mushrooms

Posted: 10/03/2011

This side dish is a great way to get in barley--the whole grain and LDL or “bad” cholesterol lowering--alternative to oats.   Food weight: 1.5 Ingredients Yield: 6 servings (serving size: 1/6thof the recipe) 1 (32 fluid ounce) container of free range organic chicken broth½ teaspoon thyme1 bay leaf1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1...

Tuna Burgers

Posted: 08/17/2011

Ingredients For the Sauce: 1 small carrot, roughly chopped1 1/2-inch piece ginger, peeled2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil1 tablespoon low-sodium soy saucePinch of sugarKosher salt and freshly ground pepper For the Burgers: 1 pound sushi-grade tuna2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil2 tablespoons...

Basil Pesto and Tomato Whole Wheat Crostini

Posted: 07/19/2011

Looking for a beautiful green and red appetizer for a party or pre-meal starter brimming with healthful herbs, nuts and fresh garden tomatoes? Try this recipe from my new book, Prevent a Second Heart Attack:  Ingredients 1 cup fresh basil leaves 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 1/3 cup chopped walnuts 1/4 teaspoon kosher...