Food, Food, and More Food Thread

The Cancer Fighter in Your Kitchen Cabinet

Joy Bauer, M.S., R.D., C.D.N.
on Tue, Jun 05, 2007, 9:15 am PDT

Vitamin D is a powerful nutrient. Compelling research has shown it can reduce the risk of several medical conditions, including osteoporosis, gum disease, diabetes, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and YES, even certain cancers.

Here are three things you can do to ensure you're getting enough.

1. Incorporate vitamin D-rich food into your diet

* Wild salmon
* Atlantic mackerel
* Sardines
* Shrimp
* Skim and 1% milk
* Soy milk (vitamin D-fortified)
* Shiitake mushrooms
* Vitamin D-fortified yogurts (like Dannon Light & Fit)
* Vitamin D-fortified cereals (like Multigrain Cheerios, Post Bran Flakes, or Kashi Vive)

2. Consider supplements

Because there are limited food sources for vitamin D, it's a good idea to consider supplements. As always, check with your personal physician before taking anything new.

* Take a multivitamin that provides at least the Daily Value, 400 IUs.
* For women taking extra calcium: Buy a brand that also provides Vitamin D -- optimally D3 (cholcalciferol), the most potent form. Two good brands are Citracal Plus D and Minerals and Caltrate 600-D Plus Minerals.
* For men who want to take additional Vitamin D: Look for a supplement that provides 400 to 1000 IUs of D3, also called cholcalciferol. NOTE: Men should not take supplemental calcium (some research suggests excessive calcium may increase the risk for prostate concerns).

3. Enjoy "a little" safe sun

Our bodies produce their own vitamin D through exposure to sunlight. However, too much sun can damage the skin and increase your risk of skin cancer. Speak with your dermatologist about the safest way to get some sun. All you need is about 15 to 20 minutes a few times a week (optimally before 10 AM and after 2 PM). Remember to wear sunglasses and a rimmed hat to protect your eyes and face.

Wynter wrote:

>>pouts<<

On Topic: Nevermind... my dinner was lame. :shamefulcry:

Rectified the problem. Now eating Miso Soup. :thumbsup:

Wynter wrote:Rectified the problem. Now eating Miso Soup. :thumbsup:

But where's the gyoza?

Currently munching on senbei... :victory:

damn, i can't stop eating these pringles! :argh:

bmwracer wrote:
But where's the gyoza?

:shamefulcry: Why must you shame me?

kenjilina wrote:damn, i can't stop eating these pringles! :argh:

I understand your frustration. I've been 5 months clean. It's so hard to resist chips. I no longer eat snacks, but when I rarely do, I eat hot-squid. At first it smells like crap, but you get used to it. Fat free, low calories, almost only proteins and salt. :) There's a jellyfish version, but I haven't tried that yet. :hehe:

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tabana wrote:
I understand your frustration. I've been 5 months clean. It's so hard to resist chips. I no longer eat snacks, but when I rarely do, I eat hot-squid. At first it smells like crap, but you get used to it. Fat free, low calories, almost only proteins and salt. :) There's a jellyfish version, but I haven't tried that yet. :hehe:

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I can't see the pic from home, but your description doesn't help at all. :bleh: :hehe:

I eat those fish cracker snack things. Their good, and not as bad as other junk out there. :thumbsup:

:rofl:

It's not a giant squid. You can't the tentacles or head. Considering the last time I went to the korean Japanese grocery store the clerk said to me: "Man, you eat anything. You even eat nattou. It's very healthy, but nobody eats that here. Do you have family in Japan?"

That's great. I'm the only one in this town that eats this stuff. I feel so lonely. :puppydog:

tabana wrote::rofl:

It's not a giant squid. You can't the tentacles or head. Considering the last time I went to the korean Japanese grocery store the clerk said to me: "Man, you eat anything. You even eat nattou. It's very healthy, but nobody eats that here. Do you have family in Japan?"

That's great. I'm the only one in this town that eats this stuff. I feel so lonely. :puppydog:

LOL! Awwwwww... there there. :patpat: I'm sure you'll stumble on a squid-eating pal if not this lifetime, then the next for sure.

Yeech, I have a pet peeve about any and all dried food products... :bleh:

tabana wrote::rofl:

It's not a giant squid. You can't the tentacles or head. Considering the last time I went to the korean Japanese grocery store the clerk said to me: "Man, you eat anything. You even eat nattou. It's very healthy, but nobody eats that here. Do you have family in Japan?"

That's great. I'm the only one in this town that eats this stuff. I feel so lonely. :puppydog:

lols...don't feel alone! XD i eat dried squid too..^^ it smells bad at first, but when you eat it, it kinda gets addicting. ^^ Nattou is nice too...haven't tried it but i've seen this t.v. segment where they put Nattou in a tank of dirty water and after a couple of mins. the water got cleaned up. ^^ really cool! its good for people AND for the environment.^^ now im craving for sushi... :puppydog:


<3 kiOkO

bmwracer wrote:Yeech, I have a pet peeve about any and all dried food products... :bleh:

Even dried fruit?!

Wynter wrote:Even dried fruit?!

Yup.

I can put up with raisins and dried cranberries, but I wouldn't go out of my way to eat 'em...

Wynter wrote: I'm sure you'll stumble on a squid-eating pal if not this lifetime, then the next for sure.

is this a line from 'gladiator'? :hehe:

kenjilina wrote:

is this a line from 'gladiator'? :hehe:

LOL! It wasn't initially, but I think yer right. :P

You want a squid-eating pal? Make friends with a shark :)

Although, calamari is just battered and deep-fried squid :)

Anime Dad wrote:You want a squid-eating pal? Make friends with a shark :)

Although, calamari is just battered and deep-fried squid :)

THey call it calamari 'cause no one would eat "fried squid." :beaten:

Same for escargot. :beaten: :beaten:

BURGER KING ADDS SPAM[/list:u]


HONOLULU - For many Americans, spam is a four-letter word for unwanted e-mail. In Hawaii, Spam is a beloved comfort food, with cans of the gelatinous pork bricks found in virtually every cupboard.

Hoping to cash in on Hawaii's love affair with the pinkish meat product, Burger King Corp. last month began offering Spam for breakfast &#8212; going head-to-head with rival McDonald's Corp., which has been featuring Spam in the islands for years.

Burger King is offering the Spam Platter &#8212; two slices of Spam nestled between white rice and scrambled eggs. The fast-food giant also offers the Croissanwich or Biscuit Sandwich with Spam.

Denise Yamauchi, Burger King managing director in Hawaii, said sales have been "very good and very promising."

gaijinmark wrote:BURGER KING ADDS SPAM[/list:u]


HONOLULU - For many Americans, spam is a four-letter word for unwanted e-mail. In Hawaii, Spam is a beloved comfort food, with cans of the gelatinous pork bricks found in virtually every cupboard.

Hoping to cash in on Hawaii's love affair with the pinkish meat product, Burger King Corp. last month began offering Spam for breakfast \ going head-to-head with rival McDonald's Corp., which has been featuring Spam in the islands for years.

Burger King is offering the Spam Platter \ two slices of Spam nestled between white rice and scrambled eggs. The fast-food giant also offers the Croissanwich or Biscuit Sandwich with Spam.

Denise Yamauchi, Burger King managing director in Hawaii, said sales have been "very good and very promising."

I tried Spam once. NEVER AGAIN. :bleh:

Well, another reason not to go to McD's or Burger King... especially in Hawaii :)