My subsequent webinar is on vitamin K. It’s been touted for bone, mind, and coronary heart well being, however have vitamin K dietary supplements been proven to assist? To complicate issues, there are a number of forms of vitamin K: Vitamin K1 is concentrated in greens, and a kind of vitamin K2 is present in animal merchandise. Do we’d like each? Do we’ve got to rely on a wholesome microbiome for conversion from one to the opposite? Do we’ve got to eat a slimy, fermented meals referred to as natto?
Join me for a 60-minute reside webinar on October 7 at 2pm ET to study all the pieces you ever wished to learn about vitamin K.
Key Takeaways: Saturated Fat
Saturated fats—the form of fats that’s strong at room temperature—is discovered principally in animal merchandise like fatty meats and dairy. We’ve recognized for a very long time that saturated fats raises ldl cholesterol, contributing to our primary killer, coronary heart illness. It additionally impacts insulin resistance and can result in different ailments. Hold on. I mentioned it’s principally present in animal merchandise, however what about that jar of coconut oil in your cupboard that’s additionally strong at room temperature? Saturated fats. See what I’ve to say on the matter of each animal- and plant-derived saturated fat on the subject web page.
Recipe: Veggie Mac & Cheese
Dairy is the primary supply of saturated fats within the United States, however, thankfully, there are a lot of methods to make plant-based variations of historically dairy-laden dishes. A cruciferous spin on macaroni and cheese, this recipe takes consolation meals to an entire new degree and is a tasty method to test off a couple of servings on the Daily Dozen guidelines. This recipe comes from Kristina, our director of Nutrition & Social Media Strategy. Get the free recipe right here, and watch a video on the way it’s made on our Instagram.
Evidence-Based Eating Guide Now in Spanish
I’m thrilled to announce that our in style Evidence-Based Eating Guide is now out there in two new languages. This useful resource contains info on my Traffic Light consuming system, the Daily Dozen, pattern menus, and extra. Read about it and obtain a digital copy right here. You can even order laborious copies in English and Spanish for solely the price of printing and delivery. Help us proceed creating these enjoyable and helpful sources by making a donation at the moment!
NutritionInfo.org Around the World
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Live Q&A October 6
Every month, I do a reside Q&A proper from my treadmill, and the subsequent one is October 6!
At 3 pm ET, tune in on our Facebook web page, YouTube channel, or (new!) immediately on NutritionInfo.org.
You can discover hyperlinks to previous reside Q&As right here on NutritionInfo.org. If that’s not sufficient, keep in mind, I’ve an audio podcast to maintain you firm, too.
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