Grains and
Sea Vegetables
by Dr. Stephen T. Sinatra
Grains
Whole grains are unrefined, exceedingly nutritious, and
contain more vitamins, minerals, and fiber than their lighter, whiter, and
fluffier counterparts found in commercially packaged goods.
In their raw form, grains contain a seed and a covering
to protect the seed. With the advent of the Industrial Revolution and modern
processing, it became easier to remove the germ and bran layers, making
available to the general population white flours that were once reserved only
for the rich.
Unfortunately, these discarded segments contain all the
fiber and the vast majority of the B-complex vitamins, as well as the vitamins
E and A and the minerals magnesium, potassium, zinc, iron, and selenium.
Refined grains are frequently laced with additives and preservatives. White
flour used in white bread and pastries contain empty calories.
Since whole grain is unrefined and contains multiple
nutrients, it is the closest thing to a complete food?it contains not only
carbohydrates, but also a balanced amount of protein, low fats, multiple
vitamins, minerals and fiber.
Civilizations all over the world have been utilizing
grain for centuries as a diet staple. Primitive cultures are also known to have
the lowest prevalence rates of cancer and heart disease.
Sea G?WeedsG?
Since the time of recorded history seaweeds have been
utilized by many cultures in various portions of the world. Sea vegetables are
extremely rich in vitamins, minerals and nutrients. In fact, they contain all 56
minerals. As a group of foods, sea vegetables contain the highest amounts of
magnesium, iron, iodine and sodium.
For those individuals who have a history of congestive
heart failure or high blood pressure, it is recommended that sea vegetables be
consumed only one time per week. It is also important to soak seaweeds for at
least 1/2 hour before preparation, which will reduce the sodium content.
Seaweeds contain extremely high amounts of calcium and
phosphorous, and would be beneficial in situations where calcium is needed in
the body. They are also approximately 25% protein and 2% fat. They are low in
calories.
Seaweeds are rich in many trace elements as well. For example, they
are high in beta carotene, vitamin B-12, niacin, pantothenic acid (B5) and
vitamins A, C and E as well as the mineral selenium. Selenium, combined with
vitamins A, C and E and beta carotene, is extremely important in the overall
functioning of the heart.
In summary, many clinical studies indicate that seaweed
is one of nature's best nutritional supplements in healing. It contains
virtually all of the minerals and vitamins that are useful in preventing free
radical formation. Sea vegetables have been utilized in treating cancer,
lowering blood cholesterol, thinning the blood, and even preventing ulcers.
Sea vegetables are known for their effect on dissolving
fat deposits and eliminating heavy metal contaminants from the body, including
radiation, cadmium, and other environmental toxins. Seaweed is one of nature's
wonders!
 This
article was excerpted with permission from Lose To Win: A
Cardiologist's Guide to Weight Loss and Nutritional Healing by Stephen T.
Sinatra, M.D. ?1992. Published by the LincolnBradley Publishing Group, 305
Madison Ave., #1166, New York, NY 10165.-?
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Excerpted with permission from Lose To Win: A
Cardiologist's Guide to Weight Loss and Nutritional Healing by Stephen T.
Sinatra, M.D. ?1992. Published by the LincolnBradley Publishing Group, 305
Madison Ave., #1166, New York, NY 10165.
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