The Iowa Women’s Health Study, which has been investigating the health habits of 34,000 women for nearly 20 years,named apples as one of only three foods (along with pears and red wine) that are most effective at reducing the risk of death from heart disease among postmenopausal women.
Other massive studies, some comprising more than 10,000 women, have found the fruit to lower risk of lung cancer and type 2 diabetes – and even help women lose weight.
Are a major source of antioxidant flavonoids; eating one every day provides the same antioxidant boost as a mega dose (1500 mg) of vitamin C!
Contain a healthy dose of soluble fiber that can help cut cholesterol.
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Instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy
2 bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout
Also Bananas overcome or prevent:
Depression - Bananas contain tryptophan, a type of protein that the body converts into serotonin, which is known to make you relax, improve your mood and generally make you feel happier.
PMS - Eat a banana. The vitamin B6 it contains regulates blood glucose levels, which can affect your mood.
Anemia - High in Iron, bananas can stimulate the production of hemoglobin in the blood and so helps in cases of anemia.
Blood Pressure - This unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium yet low in salt, making it the perfect way to beat blood pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration has just allowed the Banana industry to make official claims for the fruit’s ability to reduce the risk of high blood pressure and stroke.
Brainpower - 200 students at a Twickenham (Middlesex) school were helped through their exams this year by eating bananas at breakfast, break and lunch in a bid to boost their brainpower. Research has shown that the Potassium-packed fruit can assist learning by making pupils more alert.
Heartburn - Bananas have a natural antacid effect in the body so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for soothing relief.
Hangovers: One of the quickest ways of curing a hangover is to make a banana milkshake, sweetened with honey. The banana calms the stomach; and with the help of the honey, builds up depleted blood sugar levels, while the milk soothes and re-hydrates your system.
Blueberries
Antioxidant rich to fight free radicals associated with cancer, heart disease and, yes, the effects of aging.
Per cup, blueberries are the highest antioxidant fruit or vegetable around, says Donna Miller of the Florida Blueberry Growers Association.
Blueberries are not only fat and sodium free; they’re a good source of fiber, potassium and vitamins A and C.
Studies show that eating blueberries also can improve eye health, lower cholesterol and protect against urinary tract infections. Their reputation for helping to halt age-related memory loss is due to antioxidants ‘ suspected ability to aid communication between brain cells.
Lettuce - Eat More Greens!
Romaine and Leaf lettuces are higher in vitamins and minerals than nutritionally weak iceberg lettuce.
Best lettuce blends:
Arugula – heart healthy folate & calcium
Spinach – Iron, lutein and Zeaxanthin
Red Leaf – packed with bone building vitamin K
Curly Endive – Eye protecting Beta Carotene
Romaine – Just 3 leaves can provide almost 100% of your daily vitamin A, important for skin and immunity!
Veggies
Diets rich with vegetables help prevent:
Cancer
Heart disease
Stroke
Elevated blood pressure
High cholesterol levels
Eat dark leafy Greens daily!
Whole Grains
Your body uses carbs for energy and processes high-fiber whole grains such as OATMEAL AND BROWN RICE more slowly than white flour and potatoes.
This keeps blood sugar and insulin levels steady. Try a low-sugar whole grain cereal topped with fruit and some nuts.
High-fiber foods keep you feeling full longer and avoid that post-meal crash.
When you Eat at The Refectory you are supporting:
Local Farmers & Families
Living Wages
Local Artists
Small Local Businesses
You are helping to build an ethical business community here at Duke University
Eliminating Waste:
Flatware recycled from Duke
Dishes recycled from Duke (1946)
Glassware recycled from Duke
Oak Tables – 1926 Duke
This café feeds approximately 400 people daily and doesn’t fill the trash!
Fluorescent Light Bulbs
Use 75% less energy
Last 10 x as long as Standard bulbs
However:
All Fluorescent light bulbs contain Mercury
80% of these bulbs end up in landfills where the mercury could potentially escape. Mercury is harmful to human health and can damage the central nervous system and kidneys.
Disposal is key when it comes to providing the full environmental benefits of Fluorescent Light Bulbs.
To minimize the hazard of released mercury CFL’s should not go in regular trash. Instead take them to the City’s Household Hazardous Waste Facility!
When You Buy LOCALLY-PRODUCED Foods, You…
Buy Fresher, More Nutritious Foods
Avoid Post-harvest Contamination
Increase Regional Economic Health
Encourage a Self-Sufficient Community
Preserve the Rural Character of the Land
Reduce Energy Consumption
Help Preserve Biodiversity
Buy Local!
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