Diet Guidelines: Collaboration of Beth & ne

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Over the past month many of you are probably familiar with the fact

that ne and I had very differing opinions over the consumption

of saturated fats. Both of us stepped back and began to realize

that besides the saturated fats issue, both our children's diets

had many commonalities which have resulted in very good growth. So

privately, over the past couple weeks we have been comparing diets

and listed below are some of the diet characteristics which are

similar and may be of benefit to your children.

GENERAL DIET GUIDELINES that MATHCHED:

•Eat primarily a fresh whole foods diet; avoided fast foods,

processed foods, and trans fats

•Eat foods high in Omega-3 fatty acids, primarily fish

(additionally, also has cod liver oil that contains high

levels of Omega-3 fatty acids)

•Eat a lot of protein in the form of fish, lean meat,

chicken, cheese, and nuts

•Frequently prepared foods with homemade meat broths/stocks

(chicken, beef, fish). This is an important component since broths

help to aid digestion. Broths have an excellent track record for

treating intestinal disorders including diabetes, hyperacidity,

colitis, and Crohn's disease. Additionally, they are rich in

minerals and electrolytes that are easily assimilated.

•Avoid vegetable oils, used primarily extra virgin olive oil

•Carbohydrates are complex in nature; including whole grains,

brown rice and fruits

•Soak overnight or sprout grains, nuts and legumes to

neutralize phytic acid. Phytic acid is a substance present in all

grains that inhibits absorption of calcium, magnesium, iron, and

zinc, also results in irritating the intestinal track

•Sometimes soak protein overnight in a solution of milk for

easier digestion

•Eat primarily grass feed rather than grain fed cattle. Most

cattle in USA are grain fed to increase size, which is not their

natural diet. As a result they have very low levels of Omega-3

fatty acids and are frequently given anti-biotics to handle the

resulting sickness from this improper diet. Most are also given GH

to further increase size.

OTHER ISSUES:

•Plenty of exercise and physical activity

Beth & ne