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Dr. Saunders’ Personal Alzheimer’s Protection Plan

November 1, 2010 By 2 Comments

5 Prevention Techniques to Protect Your Brain Tissue

“I think he has Alzheimer’s disease…” the wife of a man in his seventies began.  Larry was having difficulty concentrating, had problems with memory and wasn’t able to work anymore.  He seemed depressed all the time.  We did some testing and found that all those years of welding had built up a large amount of heavy metals in his body – including lead.  After a series of chelation treatments to “get the lead out” his wife said, “He’s like a teenager!  He smiles again. He’s working, laughing, playing with the grandchildren and…” she leans forward and whispers, “We have sex again.”

Alzheimer’s is a decline in memory and cognition, which means the ability to think. There are many causes of declining mental function, as we noted above. The loss of brain function is not always Alzheimer’s disease.  Unfortunately, most doctors will “diagnose” every old person with dementia as “Alzheimer’s” and not look for any other cause.  It’s important for family members to know that there are many other ways to lose memory and anyone — at any age — with thinking problems needs proper testing to find out why.

This topic is personally important to me because my family moved into the home of my grandparents to take care of my grandfather who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.  It was a very difficult job for four adults to manage his care because he didn’t recognize us, or even his wife of over fifty years.  Now, I’m told I am at an increased risk of having this disease, so I have tried to find how to avoid and prevent it.

Here’s what I’ve learned.

Avoid Inflammation

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Green Tea is a natural anti-inflammatory. Drink a cup a day — or brew it like sun tea, refrigerate and serve. My favorite is Jasmine Green Tea.


Inflammation comes from our food.  When we eat high-calorie and low-nutrient foods we create inflammation.  These include all processed foods, sweets, starchy foods, and fatty foods. In short, all the things your mom told you to avoid!  Instead, eat high-nutrient, low-calorie foods, such as fresh vegetables, fruit, whole grains, beans, nuts and seeds.

Moreover, we can turn off the genes that produce inflammation by fasting.  One to three days per month of fasting will keep most inflammation at bay.  I know of one patient who was bent over with a genetic arthritis called Ankylosing Spondylitis.  He went to Russia and went on a twenty-day fast that put his disease into complete remission. He is still doing well — as long as he fasts for several days per month.

Detoxify Continually

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BrainSustain

November 1, 2010 By 1 Comment

Dr. Perlmutter’s BrainSustain, as recommended by Dr. Scott Saunders as an Alzheimer’s Disease Supplement

Nutritional Support for Enhancing Brain Function, Maintaining Memory, and Protecting the Brain

BrainSustain was developed by David Perlmutter, MD, FACN, Board-Certified Neurologist and internationally recognized leader in nutritional neurology. This product is the result of over 30 years of research in the clinical neurosciences. Ingredients used in this formula have been evaluated in extensive clinical studies and have been shown to enhance brain function, maintain memory, and protect the brain from the effects of free radicals.

BrainSustain‘s unique formula enhances brain performance and promotes brain health by improving the energy production of brain mitochondria. It facilitates neural communication, and provides superior antioxidant action that reduces the production and damaging effects of excess free radicals in the brain. This antioxidant action is vital because excess free radicals are associated with brain inflammation – a marker and common thread among such neurodegenerative disorders as poor memory, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, ALS, and others.

Taking BrainSustain is an easy, daily good health habit. Our powder formulas mix with fruit juice or smoothies to become a refreshing and profoundly beneficial beverage – providing the highest level of brain performance enhancing nutrients and powerful brain protection to ensure long term optimal brain performance throughout your life. BrainSustain’s key ingredients have been extensively studied for efficacy at some of the world’s most well respected medical institutions.

BrainSustain is a key part of a complete program to ensure optimal brain function. A healthy diet, physical exercise and mental activity all contribute to achieving and maintaining peak mental performance.

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How To Be A Healthy Caregiver

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As the American population ages, more and more people each year will be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Already, there are more than 5 million Americans suffering with Alzheimer’s. The care of these aging individuals falls mostly on the shoulders of their family, and some friends, through the winding maze of this disease, sometimes without ever finding the exit out. Eleven million people are providing unpaid care to support Alzheimer’s patients; care that takes an emotional, physical, and financial toll on family caregivers.

According to a study from New York University:

  • Caregivers are twice as likely as non-caregivers to report physical and mental health complications.
  • One in three caregivers use medication for caregiving-related health problems.
  • Depression among caregivers is three times greater than for non-caregivers in their age group.

If the mind maze of Alzheimer’s wasn’t difficult enough, the stress and toll of caregivers is another layer of the puzzle on top of an already crooked path.

Another study compared the healing process of caregivers and non-caregivers. The two groups were given identical wounds. Caregiver’s wounds took up to 24% longer to heal than non-caregivers. Their immune systems were too stressed to function efficiently.

The stress pile on one caregiver can be daunting. Yet, they keep doing and doing and doing. They keep caring for others and ignoring their own needs. The mantra repeats, “I can do this one more day. Just one more day. And one more day.” Until, after years of self-neglect, caregivers discover the breast lump or have a heart attack or stroke. Then, the elders they are caring for need to go into a nursing home, because those crucial to their survival and health can’t be there for them. Worse, they are...


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Adopting A Smart Brain Diet

November 1, 2010 By 1 Comment

According to current research, a smart brain diet is one that reduces the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s. This diet is designed to encourage good blood flow to the brain and is low in fat and cholesterol. Like the rest of your body, the brain needs the right balance of nutrients to function and perform properly, as well as to continue to function as we age. A smart brain diet is most effective when combined with continued physical and mental activity, and deep social interactions.

The brain is an extremely complex organ. It works non-stop and does an infinite amount of tasks. Even while we sleep your brain is working; we must feed it the right nutrients to help us concentrate, stay motivated, improve our memory and prevent mental deterioration.

Manage your body weight for good overall brain and body health

A long-term study of adults found that those who were obese in middle age were twice as likely to develop dementia in later life. Those who also had high cholesterol and high blood pressure had six times the risk of dementia. Adopt an overall food lifestyle, rather than a short-term diet and eat in moderation. A larger lunch is better than a big dinner.

Things to remember for keeping a healthy weight:

  • Eating a heavy meal before going to bed can disrupt your sleep, but a lighter meal will help you get more rest at night.
  • Eat in moderation
  • Adopt a long term healthy eating lifestyle

Reduce Your Intake of Foods High in Fat and Cholesterol

Studies have shown that high intake of saturated fat and cholesterol clogs the arteries and is associated with higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease. However, HDL (or “good”) cholesterol may help protect brain cells. Be sure to add protein to help you sustain a good energy level. Protein breaks down in the digestive system into amino acids and research has shown that some types of amino acids can improve alertness and mental agility.

Things to remember for heating low fat:

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Remember to Exercise…Exercise to Remember

November 1, 2010 By 2 Comments

Studies Show Physical Activity Decreases Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease

Exercise is touted as an integral part of fitness, health and maintaining a trim physique, but what if it also could benefit the brain? Recent research suggests that physical activity could be an effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.3 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, and it is now the seventh leading cause of death. No cure for Alzheimer’s exists right now. Regular exercise, however, has been shown to improve cognitive performance in older adults, and researchers say regular exercise and physical activity is better than supplements and prescription drugs in treating the advance of Alzheimer’s.

Researchers from the University of Washington conducted a six-month clinical trial with 33 participants, 17 of whom were women. All showed early signs of Alzheimer’s disease and were between the ages of 55 and 85.

Physical Agility for Mental Clarity

The experiment participants underwent a six-month intensive aerobic training program, spending 45 minutes to an hour four times each week on a stationary bicycle or treadmill. At the end of the six months, the participants saw improvement in mental agility, while the control group showed no improvement. Researchers are planning further studies to conduct larger and longer duration trials, following volunteers for years instead of months, for more conclusive data as to whether exercise can prevent full-blown cases of Alzheimer’s.

Exactly how Alzheimer’s affects memory is not understood fully, but researchers theorize that protein fragments, known as amyloid plaques, begin to cluster in the brain, causing larger, more tangled strands of other proteins to appear, which lead to symptoms of dementia often associated with Alzheimer’s.

But how does exercise stop this from occurring? Researchers Allison Bonner and Sandra O’Brien Cousins of the University of Alberta say exercise increases activity in the cortex of the brain, boosts the immune system and may “moderate the arteriosclerotic disease process of the brain,” Bonner and Cousins said in a 1996 paper published in Activities, Adaptation & Aging.

Resist Alzheimer’s with Resistance Training

Other similar studies have been conducted, where researchers have measured the health benefits of resistance training for women between the ages of 65 and 75 who are most at risk for developing Alzheimer’s. In one study, after one year of physical activity training, women who had completed the training showed better scores on mental acuity and conflict resolution tests than those who didn’t, according to an article, “Regular Exercise and Resistance Training Are Good for the Brain,” published on alzinfo.org.

Jeffrey Kaye, director of Layton Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease Center at Oregon Health and Science University, told The Oregonian, “The challenge now is to understand, at a scientific level, what elements of physical activity really do enhance brain function, and what level, what dose of activity is needed.”

Third-year College student Haley Carpenter has a family with a history of Alzheimer’s disease, which can be passed down from generation to generation.

“It’s been hard watching a family member struggle with dementia and the progression of Alzheimer’s,” she said.

But Carpenter said she remains optimistic that progress is being made in Alzheimer’s research, especially after learning about the benefits of exercise in her Contemporary Health Issues class.

“I already try to remain as active and healthy as possible and am glad to see my grandparents have incorporated daily physical activities such as biking and doing some weight training,” she said. “I do think adding more weight-bearing exercises like walking and running — if possible — could be beneficial as well.”

David Kekich (Living Healthy to 120: Anti-Aging Breakthroughs) is President/CEO of Maximum Life Foundation that focuses on aging research, a 501(c)(3) corporation dedicated to curing aging-related diseases. For more information, visit: www.MaxLife.org. David contributes to our column Living Healthy to 120: Anti-Aging Breakthroughs. MaxLife is helping to make the anti-aging dream a reality with cutting edge Bio-Engineering research and products.

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A Simple Solution To Help You Overcome Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) Naturally

November 1, 2010 By 2 Comments

Has someone you care about recently been told it’s time to settle their personal affairs and start arranging for “long-term” care — all because of symptoms of Alzheimer’s?

If your life seems to be suddenly going down a road you don’t want to go down because of an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, then STOP and turn it around.

There’s only one reason 50% of Americans are told they will have irreversible Alzheimer’s disease (AD) by the time they reach 85 . . . because it’s a BIG FAT LIE that’s sells more drugs!

Statistics like that are appalling because they’re nothing but ignorant predictions based on the absurd assumption people aren’t going to find their own cure for the problem.

Truth is Big Pharma would love to sell their Alzheimer’s drugs to everyone, if they could get away with it. They claim there’s no cure, because they don’t know the cause. Problem is they’re just not looking hard enough.

Just because your doctor is a “nice person” doesn’t guarantee he or she knows what they’re doing. There are a lot of well intentioned doctors out there that are nothing more than glorified drug dealers.

I know. It’s sad. But, what do you expect when only 3% of our medical institutions and universities don’t even offer nutritional and dietary courses? Medicine should be about healing, not money.

The fact is huge pharmaceutical companies currently fund many schools. Once funded, Big Pharma can influence the students, teachers and even the study courses.

“Despite the investment of hundreds of billions of dollars of research, not even a single degenerative disease has been cured in the last hundred years.” ~ Dr. Alan Greenberg.

So, once you get past the misinformation and lies, you’ll find relief that Alzheimer’s disease is NOT a drug deficiency or the inevitable “longterm” sentence it’s being played out to be.

Discovering The Truth about AD

The cause of Alzheimer’s is suspected to be a combination of poisons from vaccines, pesticides, herbicides, heavy metal amalgams (dental fillings) and artificial food additives (known to be neurotoxins), all coming together at once.

Frankly, it’s no wonder we’re seeing an explosion of neuro-degenerative diseases! Consider all the carcinogenic and excitotoxin Americans are exposed to Americans these days.

IF people keep taking drugs to treat simple nutritional imbalances caused from toxic exposure, then 50% or more of Americans will wind up institutionalized in some government funded “long term” care ward for Alzheimer’s victims — maybe even before they’re 85 years of age.

Here’s Where Your Brain Needs To Focus . . .

Alzheimer’s disease has a root cause just as everything does; it’s an inescapable the law of cause and effect.

It’s a simple concept when you think about it. Problem is most “Big Pharma-trained” doctors haven’t a clue how to find the root cause of anything. Not that they couldn’t, it’s just that they’re not inclined to. Most doctors just “react” to whatever effect, or symptoms, you may be complaining about by writing up another prescription or recommending surgery.

That’s typical Westernized medicine in a nutshell.

Getting To The Root Of The AD Problem

The main complaints from Alzheimer’s patients are loss of clear thinking, creativity and mental function. Once you lose your ability to reason, you’re in serious deep water.

When a doctor can’t find the root cause of a health problem, they always treat the symptom and a symptom is just an effect, not the cause.

It’s no mystery why mainstream media isn’t advertising a real solution for Alzheimer’s disease (AD). It’s the same reason why Big Pharma isn’t investing in a natural cure: there’s simply more money and power in just treating the symptoms.

If you want to find the cure for Alzheimer’s disease, first you need to look for the root cause. So, let’s put on our detective shoes and see if we can get to the bottom of all this.

Nothing threatens your freedom more than this disease. Read on to learn what you can do!

Normally, when all systems are “Go,” your brain and nervous system are continuously sending electrical signals throughout your entire body. As it turns out, your body is 75% water for a good reason. Water is a conductor of electricity if it contains trace minerals, called electrolytes. Every electrolyte carries an “ionic charge” that’s either negative or positive.

You have about 50 trillion cells that are in constant communication, as long as there is plenty of minerals and water flowing around to produce enough energy.

It’s common knowledge that your mental and motor functions depend primarily on all your cells transmitting and receiving information in the form of energy.

As far as your brain is concerned,...


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Alzheimer’s, Forgetting the Elderly

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In the wisdom literature of the Old Testament, there is an ancient allegory about aging:

“Remember your Creator in the days of your youth, before the days of trouble come and the years approach when you will say, ‘I find no pleasure in them’ – before the sun and the light and the moon the stars grow dark, and the clouds return after the rain; when the keepers of the house tremble, and the strong men stoop, when the grinders cease because they are few, and those looking though the windows grow dim; when the doors to the street are closed and the sound of grinding fades when men rise at the sound of birds, but all their songs go faint… then man goes to his eternal home and mourners go about in the streets.  Remember him – before the silver cord is severed… and the dust returns to the ground it came from, and the spirit returns to God who gave it.”  Ecclesiastes 12:1-7

It takes a couple of times reading through this for the allegory of aging to really come alive. Notice the picturesque descriptions of:

  • Hearing loss
  • Loss of vision
  • Fewer teeth
  • Physical weakness
  • Not being as mobile as in earlier years

The allegory describes an aging body and the painful process when the mind and senses fade.

Time is a key theme in Ecclesiastes and the one thing medicine cannot cure. Science cannot tame or stop the biological clock. For centuries, people have sought the fountain of youth, but it most certainly does not exist.

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A “sound mind” is clear of fear. There is no benefit in fearing whatever we dread. Face it. Surrender. Trust God for help to overcome.  Peace of mind is worth it.

Yet, God is the beginning and the end and is present at both times and each moment in between. Typically, the mind is the last to go, but Alzheimer’s is increasingly rearing its ugly head.  2 Timothy 1:7 tells us that “a sound mind” is a gift from God. Yet, there is more at work here —far more. Every dimension of human life is inter-related: physical and emotional, emotional and mental, mental and spiritual. With regard to mental and spiritual dimensions, it is impossible to precisely discern where the one stops and the other starts.

Since ancient days, those who bear the image of God (human beings) have been the targets of the enemies of God. The first thing we learn about the devil in the Bible is not that he’s powerful; it’s that he’s crafty: “Now the serpent was more crafty than any of the wild animals the Lord God had made…” He threw up a cloud of confusion at Adam and Eve spiritually: “Did God really say…?”  (Genesis 3:1) He’s been doing it ever since.  It’s not true that all mental problems are demonic in nature. However, some mental problems are demonic in nature, springing up from spiritual and emotional root causes.

In the case of Alzheimer’s, Dr. Henry Wright in his book “A More Excellent Way,” writes about Alzheimer’s as a result of white corpuscles congregating at critical nerve junctions of the brain:

“Whenever I find white corpuscles attacking the body and not doing what God created them to do, I have, without exception, found various degrees of self-hatred and guilt.”

Because root causes are emotional and spiritual in nature, cures for this and other ailments...


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Rita Hayworth: Creative Arts and Imagination Through The End

November 1, 2010 By 4 Comments

Rita Hayworth is remembered for who was onscreen – laughing, dancing, tantalizing, tossing red hair and the siren of the ages. However, Alzheimer’s disease turned actress Rita Hayworth anxious, aggressive, and confused robbing this ravishing woman of her mind and eventually, her life.

Hayworth suffered from the anxiety, aggression and agitation common to Alzheimer’s, but as the disease progressed she found something that soothed her mood and gave her a focus — painting, a hobby she took up late, and with gusto.

As her mind disintegrated, she worked away at an easel in her apartment, producing beautiful, detailed likenesses of flowers. It brought her peace of mind and helped her to relax.

International Alzheimer’s experts agree that creative activities engage areas of the brain that are not damaged by the disease and reawaken a sense of personality, identity and dignity. Through the expression of art, many will find a different perception and understanding of Alzheimer’s.

Famous painter Norman Rockwell also suffered from Alzheimer’s. It’s been said that Rockwell’s paintings help jog the memory and play a part in memory activities, allowing patients to recall emotional memories. His late paintings are therapeutic for the elderly and dementia sufferers.

Rita Hayworth found refuge in painting as an individual as a form of Alzheimer’s disease treatment. I Remember Better When I Paint is a documentary film about the positive impact of art and other creative therapies on people with Alzheimer’s disease from Princess Yasmin Aga Khan, Hayworth’s daughter, who is now president of Alzheimer’s Disease International.

“I Remember Better When I Paint is a 2009 feature length international documentary film about the positive impact of art and other creative therapies in people with Alzheimer’s disease, such as Rita Hayworth, and how these approaches can change the way the disease is viewed by society. The film examines the way creative arts bypass the limitations of dementia disorders such as Alzheimer’s and shows how patients’ still-vibrant imaginations are strengthened through therapeutic art.” (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Remember_Better_When_I_Paint)

“People still have imagination intact all the way to the very, very end of their progressive disease.”
~ Judy Holstein, Director of CJE SeniorLife in Chicago

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Memory Supplements Review

November 1, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Supplements for Memory & Cognition Enhancement: Ginkgo, Huperzine-A, and Acetyl-L-Carnitine

Several supplements are commonly known to sharpen memory and improve cognitive function. Even if you don’t suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, people with age-related memory relapse can benefit from these promising approaches.

Ginkgo:

People who reliably take this supplement can have 68 percent lower risk of developing mild memory problems. Made from the dried powdered leaves of the Ginkgo Biloba tree with a variety of phytochemicals. However, it’s beneficial use for Alzheimer’s patients is not tested proven.

Unfortunately, Ginkgo is one of the most adulterated herbs and testing show “spiked” chemical compounds in samples.  Only half of the Ginkgo products tested passed inspection. For Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia the total daily dose is 120 to 240 mg. Those safe for consumption...


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Holiday Eating Tips

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It’s that time of year again – holiday season! Here’s something to look forward to: between Turkey day and the New Year the average person will gain between 7 and 10 pounds. The good news is that you can avoid these additional pounds with a little know how.

For most of us the holiday pounds start with Thanksgiving dinner. Did you know that the average person consumes around 3,500 calories on this day alone? Yikes. That equals one pound in extra calories – not to mention the leftovers you will be eating days afterward. Take these tips and make Thanksgiving a guilt free day this year:

Tip #1: Take 2 steps to start your day right.

Step One: Eat breakfast. You see, most people skip breakfast on Turkey day in order to ‘save room’ for the feast – maybe you have done this yourself. When you eat a healthy breakfast that is high in both fiber and protein two great things happen.

Your metabolism is started early in the day, thus catapulting you into full fledged calorie burning mode. This will come in handy later in the day.

You won’t be famished when you sit down for dinner, so you will have less room to binge. (This means fewer calories land on your waist.)

Step Two: Exercise for 30-60 minutes. I know exercise is the last thing on your mind on a busy holiday, however it is worth your effort. You will negate some of the extra holiday calories and your metabolism will climb even higher.

Tip #2: Lighten the menu.

If you’re in charge of the menu this year then you are in luck. As chef you can make a few modifications to the meal that will drastically reduce the fat and calorie intake of each guest. Do the following to lighten your feast:

  • Instead of cream-based dip for your veggie platter, use dip made from nonfat yogurt or nonfat sour cream.
  • Replace traditional stuffing with an assortment of chopped vegetables. Fill your turkey with mushrooms, eggplant, onions and celery. Or, replace half of your traditional stuffing with chopped vegetables.
  • Flavor your mashed potatoes with roasted garlic instead of butter. Or serve baked sweet potatoes instead of butter laden mashed potatoes.
  • Roast vegetables without oil – use cooking spray instead and toss them with dill.
  • Use unsweetened apple sauce or pureed plums instead of butter or oil in dessert recipes.
  • Put out an assortment of fruit for dessert instead of pies.
  • Make the recipe for Low Fat Thanksgiving Green Bean Casserole below.

Tip #3: Use strategy.

Traditional Thanksgiving food items weren’t all created equal – nutritionally that is. Roasted white turkey meat (without skin) is a great source of lean protein. Vegetable dishes (without added fats) are also very healthy.

On the other hand, buttery mashed potatoes, white bread rolls, cream based dishes, and heavy gravy are all packed with fat and calories.

Fill your stomach with the healthy items first – white turkey meat and plenty of vegetables. Then simply ‘sample’ the less healthy items in small portions. This simple strategy will save you tons of extra calories and it won’t leave you feeling cheated.

Tip #4: Pace yourself.

Most people get into trouble at Thanksgiving dinner by eating full speed ahead until they finally realize that they are full (after their second and third helping). The trouble with this method is the lag time in communication between your stomach and brain.

You see, you may have satiated your hunger with the first helping, but it takes a little while for your stomach to communicate that message to your brain. And during that lag time you took the opportunity to your second and third plate of food.

This year sit calmly in your chair after that first plate and wait at least 20 minutes before getting seconds. You will be surprised to find that the thought of more food doesn’t sound good anymore – and you will have saved yourself unnecessary weight gain.

Well, there you have it: four tips that will get you off to a fit and healthy holiday season.  From breakfast to dessert recipes you can lighten your Thanksgiving feast with turkey protein and vegetables dishes to limit your calories.

Low Fat Green Bean Casserole Recipe

Ingredients:

One can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
1/4 cup fat-free milk
1-1/4 pounds green beans, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces, cooked until crisp-tender
1/2 cup canned French-fried onions

Directions:
Mix soup, sour cream, and milk in 2-quart casserole; stir in beans. Bake, uncovered, at 350-degrees until mixture is bubbly, about 45 minutes. Sprinkle onions on top during last five minutes of baking time. Recipe makes six servings.

Nutrients per serving:
Calories: 81
Total fat: 2.9g
Cholesterol: 1.3mg
Sodium: 172mg
Carbohydrate: 11.6g
Protein: 3g
Diabetic Exchanges:  2 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat


Nordine Zouareg is a former Mr. Universe, an International Fitness Coach, Speaker and Author of the book Mind Over Body: The Key to Lasting Weight Loss is All in Your Head! He offers world-class advice on health and fitness, inner balance and stress management, and achieving one’s full potential the inner keys to extraordinary performance. An inspiring message of hope and achievement, based on his own extraordinary story. For more information, visit: www.NordineZ.com.
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