The Power of Brown Rice
Brown rice has remarkable health benefits, which is why it's considered a superfood. Dr. Linda Kennedy, writing for
VegKitchen, points out that white rice starts out brown. Then it's refined. This process strips the rice of its benefits and replaces what is lost with synthetic fortifiers which don't come close to mirroring the robust benefits found in the original grains.
Dr. Kennedy writes: "Although white rice is fortified, it still doesn't reach the minimum nutritional requirements for one serving of food as specified by the FDA." In other words, while brown rice is a superfood, white rice is so robbed of its nutritional value that it can hardly be considered a viable food source.
When you eat, you are doing more than merely satisfying your hunger; you are also nourishing your body with food that can make you healthier and make your body's systems operate more smoothly. Brown rice furthers both aims.
If your New Year's resolution is to eat healthier or to lose weight, eating more brown rice can help ensure that 2018 is your year for success!
Some key benefits:
Brown rice is a whole grain. It's also rich with rice bran oil which can help lower cholesterol. Plus, it's an antioxidant. Brown rice is also high in fiber. It aids digestion and helps with bowel regularity.
Achieving regularity can help with weight loss. Eating brown rice also helps to make the stomach feel full, making one eat less, also furthering the weight loss goal.
Another key benefit, brown rice is a slow release sugar, so it can help to stabilize blood sugar levels. In fact, a recent study conducted by the
Harvard School of Public Health finds:
"If you eat a little more than two servings of white rice (about 12 ounces) per week, switching to brown rice will lower your risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 16 percent."
A diet rich in brown rice can also make your body stronger to fight against illnesses like cardiovascular disease, arthritis, gallstones and cancer.
Incorporating it into your rotation:
If you adhere to the average diet, and consumer about 2,000 calories daily, the usual recommendation allows for six ounces of grains. But that's a general rule of thumb, you should discuss your specific needs with your doctor. He or she is likely to enthusiastically applaud your plan to work more brown rice into your diet.
While preparing rice can sometimes be time consuming and hard for portion control if you live by yourself, there are some products that can make this easier for you. Several companies offer single serving brown rice packets.
You can also buy frozen brown rice which is quick and easy to prepare. Plus, tests confirm that frozen brown rice maintains all the health benefits.
So get your super food fix with brown rice in 2018!
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Visiting Angels in the Community
38th Annual Beach to Bayou 5K Run/Walk
Florida Hospital North Pinellas
Foundation, as our local hospital in Tarpon Springs, Florida for more than 100+ years, hosted the 38th Annual Beach to Bayou 5K Run/Walk for its fifth year at Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks. Visiting Angels was a corpora
te sponsor along with 25+ local businesses, supporting 200+ runners & walkers for the event - a great opportunity to share how we can help families in need of Home Care Services in their Homes, Assisted Living Facilities, while in the Hospitals, Rehabilitation Facilities and in Hospice Care.
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Visiting Angels of Tampa: Renee Katsara: Chief Financial Officer, Christina Burns: Operations Director, Danielle Reddy: Client Coordinator, Jessica Countryman: Client Director for Tampa/East Pasco Markets , and Angela LoCascio: Office Manager
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Tampa Alzheimer's Walk: November 18, 2017
On November 18, our Visiting Angels Tampa team joined the Walk to End Alzheimer's. It was a beautiful day and we had a great turnout! Combined for both Gulfcoast Chapter Alzheimer Walks 2017, Visiting Angels of Pasco/North Pinellas & Tampa/East Pasco markets raised $8,000+ this year, and have a few Alz
heimer & Visiting Angels t-shirts left - All proceeds go directly to fund research programs; Call the office anytime for a t-shirt - only $15 at
727-841-8440
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| Juanita Everett and several other Caregivers joined the Alzheimer's Tampa Bay Walk on November 18 - Pictured here is Juanita Everett, Caregiver since 2013, and our Visiting Angels Team! |
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Upcoming Support Groups
Join a group of peers to relate personal experiences, learn about coping strategies, and discover resources.
Caregiver Support Group
A partnership between Florida Hospital North Pinellas & Visiting Angels of Tarpon Springs
For caregivers coping with aging loved ones and the chronic conditions that sometimes accompany the aging process - Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Parkinson's Disease, stroke, diabetes, and other health related topics.
2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, 10am-11am
Upcoming dates: December 13 and 27
Location:
Dunkin' Donuts Conference Room
1143 South Pinellas Avenue
Tarpon Springs, FL
Reservations are required; please call 727-943-3600.
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Visiting Angels - CNAs & HHAs Needed Immediately!
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Visiting Angels
continues to grow and has an immediate need for qualified CNAs and HHAs throughout Hillsborough, Pasco & Pinellas Counties to join our registry
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- Shifts ranging from 2 to 24 hours
- Many Shifts Available immediately
- Live - In Shifts Available
- $25 Bonus for NEW Caregiver that registers with all required credentials on day of Interview
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