You won’t believe how light and savoury this creamy pasta sauce is. Tasty and nutritious, this dish contains, protein, omega 3’s and calcium. It is ready in less than 15 minutes and serves 3.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain.
- Meanwhile, in large skillet, bring to boil chicken broth, sundried tomatoes, garlic, salt and pepper. Simmer 2 minutes. Add spinach and cook 2 minutes, just until wilted.
- In large bowl, combine ricotta cheese and salmon. Add spinach mixture and drained pasta. Serve immediately with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Hint:
Use any bite-size pasta as desired; fusili, rotini, etc, or to make it more appealing to kids, try macaroni, scoobi-doo pasta,, etc.
| Nutrition |
Per Serving |
| Calories |
463 |
| protein |
27.1 g |
| fat |
17.9 g |
| carbohydrate |
48.8 g |
| Dietary Fibre |
4.3 g |
| Calcium |
367 mg |
| Sodium |
846 mg |
| Poly-unsaturates |
2.4 g |
| Mono-unsaturates |
6.1 g |
| Saturates |
8.3 g |
| Cholesterol |
66 mg |
| Omega 3. |
1.1 g |
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There are a number of reasons for food manufacturers to add artificial and natural additives in food. For example, to lengthen shelf life, to make the food more appealing by enhancing color, texture and taste, to facilitate food preparation, or otherwise make food more marketable. An increasing number of additives are made synthetically, and some are from natural sources.
You may think many additives are used only in small amounts, and will do no harm, but it has been estimated that an average American consumes about 5 pounds of additives every year. When plain sugar is added, which is the most common used additive, the number rises to 135 pounds per year. This means that anyone whose diet includes a lot of processed food will consume a significant amount of additives and artificial ingredients. The numbers are rising.
Additives and artificial ingredients add very little or no nutritional value to the food product. Instead they pose a threat to your health. Some earlier approved additives have later been pulled off the market, or their use is allowed only if accompanied with warnings. Saccharin and Syclamate, which have been used as artificial sweeteners, are good examples. Some additives are used without warnings like Monosodium Glutamate and Aspartame, yet they have been known to cause health problems. Some reported disorders are head ache, diarrhea, confusion, memory loss, and seizures.
There are three main components in Aspartame; the amino acids Phenylalanine and Aspartic Acid, Methanol which is also known as Methyl Alcohol or as Wood Alcohol. It has been claimed that the amino acids in Aspartame are metabolized the same way as the natural amino acids in the food, but research suggests otherwise. Aspartame appears to cause a fast rise of these amino acids in the bloodstream. This will not happen when consuming natural dietary proteins.
No one disputes that Aspartame is not safe for people with PKU (Phenylketonuria). These people lack the enzyme required to convert Phenylalanine into Tyrosine, which is an amino acid. High concentrations of Phenylalanine can cause brain damage. It could also be beneficial to avoid food products containing Aspartame and other artificial ingredients for people who have other kind of disorders.
Methyl Alcohol is known to be toxic even in modest amounts. Disorders caused by toxic levels of Methanol include brain swelling, blindness, and inflammation of pancreas and the heart muscle. The cumulative effects of Aspartame are unknown.
The FDA states that the exposure to Methanol is not of “sufficient quantity to be of toxicological concern”. Regardless of any claims by the FDA, significant number of people have reported bad reactions to Aspartame like head aches, mood swings, nausea, diarrhea, sleep disorders, memory loss, changes in vision, confusion, and even convulsions. Aspartame appears to be especially dangerous for children.
Needless to say, it is wise to avoid food with additives and artificial ingredients, and eat fruit and natural whole food. Those are free of artificial colorings, preservatives, and artificial sweeteners. Instead they are full of nutrients you need to stay healthy.
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Herbs that Do Better as Pills
Oil of Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus)
The principal active ingredient in eucalyptus oil is “eucalyptol” which has strong germicidal and disinfectant properties. Applying oil of Eucalyptus to cuts and scrapes will kill germs and speed up the healing process. It also functions as a diuretic, lowers blood sugar and helps to relieve coughs and fevers. Often used in vaporizers and the main ingredient in chest rubs, Eucalyptus oil breaks up congestion and helps relieve major upper respiratory symptoms. Eucalyptus oil is an effective analgesic and is often used in preparations designed to relieve muscle, nerve and joint pains. Psychologically, it helps to combat exhaustion and dispels mental sluggishness.
Eucalyptus oil should always be diluted before applying it topically or ingesting it; always follow package instructions.
To make a steam inhalation solution, add a drop or two of eucalyptus oil to a pan of water or vaporizer.
Oil of Oregano (Origanum vulgare)
Studies show that Oil of Oregano works to fight infections, thanks to two powerful compounds in the plant, thymol and carvacrol. Oil of Oregano is used primarily for upper respiratory infections. It is best for short-term, low grade problems like coughs and colds, but if you don’t feel better after several days or develop a high fever, you should consult a doctor. Oil of oregano also helps to ward off infections and the flu bug. Oil of Oregano is wonderful for killing yeast infections. Depending on your weight and severity of your symptoms, doses range from 5 drops twice a day to 10 drops 4 times a day in 4 ounces of water. Oil of Oregano is a strong herb; it will burn your mouth and lips, if not diluted. Thankfully, the burning sensation wears off quickly.
Peppermint Oil (Mentha x piperita)
You would be hard pressed to find a better stomach calming herb than peppermint. Peppermint Oil is very effective in treating irritable bowel syndrome. For run-of-the mill upset stomach, plain old peppermint tea can help. To treat IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) take 0.2 milliliters of peppermint essential oil one to three times a day with water and before meals. Peppermint will cause heartburn and worsen acid reflux in some people. If you experience either of these problems, stop taking the herb.
Sage (Salvia officinalis)
Sage has long been thought of as a brain booster. Sage has recently been used to treat memory loss in Alzheimer’s patients. Sage is also a classic remedy for sore throats because of its antiseptic action.
The suggested dosage for Alzheimer’s patients is 30 drops of the liquid extract two to three times a day. For sore throats, try some sage tea or gargle with a very much diluted solution of the liquid (10 to 20 drops) dissolved in a cup of warm water.
Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
This staple of Indian cooking is a powerful anti-inflammatory. Turmeric can help ease inflammatory conditions, such as tendinitis, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Unlike other spice-rack staples, you can get a therapeutic dose of turmeric from food; all you need is a pinch per serving. However, many people do not like the pungent, bitter taste. In supplement form, the suggested dose is 4 grams of turmeric daily. Because powered turmeric is a powerful blood-cleansing herb, use it sparingly.
As with any vitamin or supplement, please consult your doctor before taking.
Author Beverly Terhune speaks from 35 years of living with Rheumatoid Arthritis and shares her experience, strength & hope on how to lead a healthy, substance-free life.
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