I notice "soy lecithin" as an ingredient in some foods. Does it contain the goitrogenic compounds that is found in the soybean itself?

The George Mateljan Foundation, a not-for-profit foundation with no commercial interests, is a new force for change to help make a healthier you and a healthier world. Printer friendly version I notice “soy lecithin” as an ingredient in some foods. Does it contain the goitrogenic compounds that is found in the soybean itself

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I keep hearing about the Mediterranean Diet, but what exactly is it?

The George Mateljan Foundation, a not-for-profit foundation with no commercial interests, is a new force for change to help make a healthier you and a healthier world. Printer friendly version I keep hearing about the Mediterranean Diet, but what exactly is it? The Mediterranean Diet reflects the food patterns of individuals living in the Mediterranean region (for example, those in the Greek island of Crete as well as Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Southern France)

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I just purchased quinoa for the first time and now I am not sure what to do with it. Can you give me some ideas as to how I can prepare it?

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I just bought shrimp (previously frozen) at the market. How long before I have to cook it? Once it’s cooked, how long will it last in the refrigerator?

The George Mateljan Foundation, a not-for-profit foundation with no commercial interests, is a new force for change to help make a healthier you and a healthier world. Printer friendly version I just bought shrimp (previously frozen) at the market. How long before I have to cook it

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I have read recently that there is a limit to the amount of spinach one should eat weekly. Can you clarify this for me?

The George Mateljan Foundation, a not-for-profit foundation with no commercial interests, is a new force for change to help make a healthier you and a healthier world. Printer friendly version I have read recently that there is a limit to the amount of spinach one should eat weekly. Can you clarify this for me

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I have heard that most of the soy products now on the market are far removed from the whole soybean from which they are made. How does this affect their nutritional value?

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I have heard that colored rice, especially red rice, has additional health and nutrition benefits. Is this true?

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From the kitchen: Cooking Healthy with Basil

The George Mateljan Foundation, a not-for-profit foundation with no commercial interests, is a new force for change to help make a healthier you and a healthier world. Printer friendly version Cooking Healthy with Basil The World’s Healthiest Food, basil is probably the most popular and versatile fresh herb used today in cooking

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Best sources of Vitamin E

The George Mateljan Foundation, a not-for-profit foundation with no commercial interests, is a new force for change to help make a healthier you and a healthier world. Printer friendly version vitamin E What can high-vitamin E foods do for you? Protect your skin from ultraviolet light Prevent cell damage from free radicals Allow your cells to communicate effectively Help protect against prostate cancer and Alzheimer’s disease What events can indicate a need for more high-vitamin E foods?

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Ask George: Can I get complete protein when eating plant-based foods?

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