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Beat the Wheat!  Meet Your Whole Grains

6/16/2013

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By now, if you've been following this blog faithfully, you've all but blacklisted wheat out of your diet.  This is probably due to the sheer fact you have less painful flare ups when you do.  But, unfortunately, you are left with the frustrating prospect wondering what actually can I eat?  Here I offer you three grains that are not only thrifty but will add a delicous component to your table fare.

Recently, I ran into a friend who suffers from fibromyalgia.  She went on to say her blood sugar is rising, and she has been trying the no wheat protocol.  She also mentioned that her doctor tested her for wheat sensitivity and tests showed a positive indicator to this.  "But everything has wheat! I don't know what to eat!" she exclaimed as we talked.  "I am constantly finding myself eating wheat because there is nothing else!"  "Then, I find myself in more pain again!"  Well, there are other items available I explained.   After all, we all succumb to this ready, available food source each week at the grocery.

"You just have to learn to prepare foods ahead of time," I explained.  "And, be on the look out for gluten-free preparations at your store front."  I also added, since her blood sugar was rising, that she read Wheat Belly by William Davis M.D.  I promised her more added vigor if she'd just give my dietary plan a try.

New Grains to Consider
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Quinoa dates back three to four thousand years ago when the Incas first realized that the quinoa seed was fit for human consumption. According to WHFoods quinoa “was the gold of the Incas” because the Incas believed it increased the stamina of their warriors. The Quinoa Corporation calls quinoa the “Supergrain of the Future. ”

*Quinoa is one of the most protein-rich foods we can eat.
*Quinoa contains almost twice as much fiber as most other grains.
*Quinoa contains Iron.
*Quinoa contains lysine needed for tissue growth and repair.
*Quinoa is rich in magnesium which fibro suffers often lack.
*Quinoa is high in Riboflavin (B2) which improves energy in the brain and muscles.
*Quinoa has a high content of manganese which prevents damage of the mitochondria that helps produce ATP that fibro suffers lack.

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Although brown rice is less convenient than white due to its longer cooking time, it is much more nutritious as only the outer hull of the grain is removed. This makes it a great staple carbohydrate source which is classified as a whole grain and contains a range of essential nutrients such as B vitamins, phosphorus, selenium, manganese, potassium and magnesium,.  I always mix mine with a wild rice variety for texture and flavor.

*Rich in Selenium that prevents disease.
*High in Manganese
*Rich in Naturally-Occurring Oils
*Rich in Anti-Oxidants
*High in Fiber
*A Slow-Release Sugar for diabetics
*Prevents Candida Yeast Infections in the gut

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Millet provides a host of nutrients, has a sweet nutty flavor, and is considered to be one of the most digestible and non-allergenic grains available. It is one of the few grains that is alkalizing to the
body
.

*Millet is alkaline and it digests easily.
*Millet will hydrate  your colon to keep you from being
constipated.
*Millet acts as a  prebiotic feeding microflora in your inner
ecosystem.
*The serotonin in millet is calming to your moods.
*Millet is a
smart carb with lots of fiber and low simple sugars.
*Magnesium in millet   can help reduce the effects of migraines and heart  attacks.
*Niacin (vitamin B3)  in millet can help lower cholesterol.
*Millet consumption decreases triglycerides and C-reactive protein
.
*All millet varieties show high antioxidant activity.
*Millet has high protein content (15 percent).

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Do remember if you are fibroglycemic, limit your grain intake to 1/4 - 1/2 cup depending on size and weight.  Adjust measures according to pain increase and decrease serving size to add vigor.  Keep your plate full of vegetables and protein to rebuild and rejuvinate muscle and connective tissues.

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8/6/2013 06:05:20 pm

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