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Sunday, June 23, 2013

Cancer Prevention: The Role of Selenium (Video)

In this short video, Dr. James Meschino explains how selenium can help reduce the risk of cancer. You may also be interested in the related article 7 Foods High In Selenium. However, please know that although selenium has many health benefits, selenium supplements are also associated with an increased risk of skin cancer so people at high risk of skin cancer might want to avoid it.

Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Chile Lime Grilled Corn on the Cob

This video by somethingediblefilms provides a low fat alternative to Mexican Street Corn that is still high in flavor. We think it looks delicious. Give it a try and let us know what you think!

Wednesday, June 5, 2013

3 Reasons To Eat Tuna

1. Tuna Contains Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids are critical for good health, but since our bodies can't make them, we need to get them through food. Omega-3s are important for a healthy heart, brain, and immune system. To learn more about the benefits of eating omega-3 fatty acids check out 3 Good Reasons to Eat More Omega-3 Fatty Acids.

2. Tuna Is A Great Source of Protein
Tuna is a great source of protein and contains significant amounts of all the essential amino acids. It's also fairly low in calories, so eating more tuna is a great way to add more protein to your diet while managing your weight. Tuna provides over 40 grams of high quality protein for under 200 calories! This makes it a popular food choice among body builders and dieters.

3. Tuna Is A Great Source of Selenium
Selenium is a vital trace mineral that plays a critical role in metabolism and proper thyroid function. It may also help to prevent heart disease by lowering bad cholesterol and preventing the buildup of plaque in the arteries. As an antioxidant, selenium may help to prevent cancer and slow the aging process. It is also important for a healthy immune system

Monday, May 13, 2013

7 Foods High In Selenium

Selenium is an important antioxidant that plays a critical role in metabolism and proper thyroid function. It may also help to prevent heart disease by lowering bad cholesterol and preventing the buildup of plaque in the arteries. As an antioxidant, selenium may help to prevent cancer and slow the aging process. It is also important for a healthy immune system. Although our bodies only require small amounts of selenium, this trace mineral is essential for good health. Here are 7 foods that are rich is this important mineral.

1) Brazil Nuts

2) Oysters

3) Tuna

4) Sunflower Seeds

5) Lobster

6) Bacon

7) Shrimp

Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Eat Groovy May Bingo Challenge!

Need some motivation to eat healthier? Try the Eat Groovy May Bingo Challenge! The goal of the game is to see how many days in May you can get a bingo by eating certain super healthy foods. Each time you get a bingo, send a message to @eatgroovy on Twitter and you'll be entered in a drawing for several secret (and super groovy;) prizes at the end of the month! Of course, you can also play just for fun or as motivation to eat healthy. Like regular bingo, you don't have to eat all of the foods you just have to get five in a row. Sounds fun, right? Ready to get started? Here is the bingo card and some links to more information about why the foods on the card are super good for you!