Grains Are Good For Us… Right?

You want to be sick, have low energy and take a handful of medications?

Of course not. Your health is more than just eating what most people believe is “healthy.” You need a basic understanding of the hormonal effects of the food you eat. We often hear, “but I eat organic, free-trade, hand-milled, seven-grain, sprouted, whole-grain breads and pasta just like the USDA Food Pyramid recommends.”

The problem is while it’s politically correct, it’s poor nutrition. Consuming too many carbohydrates elevate blood sugars and insulin. When you compare the vitamin and mineral content of various carbohydrates, the non-starchy, colorful vegetables far exceed those from grains.

If you believe that grains are the staff of life, and you need them in your diet, you may find Dr. Sears’ new baked goods to be an excellent substitute without the drawbacks of “regular” grain products. For information go to “Why It Works” and the “Science Behind It”

Wait, you said grains are not as good as vegetables. Correct. That’s why Dr. Sears recommends adding in non-starchy, colorful veggies (Mediterranean) to his Zone baked goods.

If you want to look and feel better, here’s a recipe that will offer you a quick and easy way to experience a Zone meal.

Zone Pasta Primavera

Ingredients:

• 1 package of Zone Fusilli
• Olive oil spray
• ½ cup red bell pepper – matchstick cut
• ½ cup summer squash – matchstick cut
• ½ cup zucchini – matchstick cut
• ¾ cup red onion – sliced thin
• 1 teaspoon Italian spice mix (oregano, thyme etc.)
• 1 leaf Swiss chard
• Parmesan cheese – sprinkling
• Salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Cook fusilli as directed.
2. Meanwhile, heat skillet sprayed with olive oil over medium heat.
3. Sauté red pepper, summer squash, zucchini and red onion quickly. Remove while al dente (a little crunchy).
4. Add vegetables to a large bowl and toss with drained pasta. Lightly spray with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
5. Place on Swiss chard leaf. Enjoy pasta and the Swiss chard.

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