ChefMD : Healthy Recipes

Chicken Cacciatore

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 09:30:00 CST

Chicken Cacciatore: Fennel extract compares favorably to mefenamic acid, a prescription medicine for PMS-related pain. It has been found to be just as effective. In some studies, fennel has been shown to reduce intestinal spasm.

Korean Kimchee

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 09:30:00 CST

Korean Kimchee: Phytosterols in Napa cabbage help lower cholesterol levels in the blood. Napa cabbage also contains sulforaphane, which may help prevent colon cancer.

Korean Tofu Stew

Sun, 06 Jun 2010 09:30:00 CST

Korean Tofu Stew: Tofu is an excellent source of protein. Research suggests eating soy protein regularly may help lower total cholesterol levels by as much as 30 percent, and lower LDL "lousy" cholesterol by as much as 40 percent.

Dill-Flavored Borscht

Sun, 30 May 2010 09:30:00 CST

Dill-Flavored Borscht: Dill is rich in fiber, iron and calcium, which along with vitamin D3, may help prevent osteoporosis. 

Warm Stuffed Dates

Sun, 23 May 2010 09:30:00 CST

Warm Stuffed Dates: Dates are rich in fiber and contain three times more potassium than bananas.

Five Spice Turkey Tenderloin With Miso-Kissed Vegetables

Sun, 16 May 2010 09:30:00 CST

Five Spice Turkey Tenderloin With Miso-Kissed Vegetables: Rapini is low in calories and sodium, and has no fat or cholesterol. It also has plenty of vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin K. This "kissing cousin" to the turnip also contains iron, calcium and phytochemicals that may have cancer-fighting benefits.

Pan Asian Shrimp

Sun, 09 May 2010 09:30:00 CST

Pan Asian Shrimp: All rice is naturally gluten-free. Brown rice is much healthier than white because it has not been processed. Processing strips away about one-half of brown rice's significant health benefits.

Pumpkin Pecan Squares

Sun, 02 May 2010 09:30:00 CST

Pumpkin Pecan Squares: Pumpkin is an excellent source of fiber; one-half cup serving contains 5 grams of fiber. Fiber helps reduce bad cholesterol levels, protect the body against heart disease and diabetes.

Garlicky Sauteed Kale

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 09:30:00 CST

Garlicky Sauteed Kale: Kale contains lutein and zeaxanthin which the body concentrates in the retinas of your eyes. These powerful antioxidants act as a natural sunscreen for your eyes, and may also help prevent cataracts.

Roasted Cauliflower Soup

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 09:30:00 CST

Roasted Cauliflower Soup: Cauliflower helps lower "lousy" LDL cholesterol in two ways. First, it's an excellent source of fiber, which sweeps away LDL. And second, cauliflower contains IC3, a phytonutrient that helps lower the liver's production of one of the main carriers of bad cholesterol by over 50 percent.

Red Beans and Brown Rice

Sun, 14 Feb 2010 09:30:00 CST

Red Beans and Brown Rice: Just two one-cup servings of brown rice or other whole grain per week help improve the body's ability to absorb calcium and control weight. In a 12-year study of 74,000 women, those who ate more whole grains weighed less than women who ate fewer fiber-rich foods.

Salsa, Black Bean and Avocado Omelette for Two

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 09:30:00 CST

Salsa, Black Bean and Avocado Omelette for Two: Use cooked, bottled salsa instead of fresh, because tomatoes that have been heated make their heart-healthy lycopene four times easier for the body to absorb. Lycopene also helps prevent prostate cancer. Zesty chilies contain capsaicin which boosts your metabolism and helps the body burn more calories, even while sleeping!

Chicken Vesuvio

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 09:30:00 CST

Chicken Vesuvio: Because chicken is high in protein, it helps you feel full faster and longer, helping you lose weight. And, it's low glycemic which means chicken will not create a spike in your blood sugar level.

Roasted Beet Salad with Bleu Cheese and Tarragon

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 09:30:00 CST

Roasted Beet Salad with Bleu Cheese and Tarragon: In addition to the cancer-preventive powers of betacyanin, beets are also rich in B vitamin folate which helps prevent birth defects in pregnant women. Beet greens are rich in vitamin K, which helps prevent osteoporosis.

Simple Mediterranean Bouillabaisse

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 09:30:00 CST

Simple Mediterranean Bouillabaisse: Halibut is considered a "wonder food" because it's low in sodium and fat, and high in protein. Eating just two servings per week may help lower the risk of macular degeneration, heart disease, and Alzheimer's.