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Mushroom Study Finds Positive Anti-Breast Cancer Benefits |
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A study led by researchers at City of Hope, just published today in
Cancer Research, reports that white button mushrooms can help
prevent breast cancer by suppressing estrogen production in the body.
Since about 60 percent of premenopausal women and 75 percent of
postmenopausal women have breast cancers that need estrogen to grow,
controlling estrogen levels can help limit or prevent cancer growth.
The effect is greater in postmenopausal women because they have lower
circulating estrogen levels, and their estrogen production is
controlled locally by tissues rather than by their brains.
The researchers found that out of seven vegetable extracts,
mushrooms had the most effective anti-aromatase effect due to one
phytochemical: conjugated linoleic acid. Celery was found to have a
moderate effect, and green onion, carrot, bell pepper, broccoli and
spinach extracts did not have a significant effect on reducing
aromatase levels. The group then tested other mushrooms and found
that while white stuffing mushrooms had the strongest effect,
shiitake, white button, portobello, crimini and baby button mushrooms
also had significant inhibitory effects on aromatase, even when
cooked.
They were surprised to find that mushrooms contain conjugated
linoleic acid, a compound that has previously been found to have
anticancer properties, because it is mainly present in animal-based
foods. After confirming the presence of anti-aromatase chemicals in
white button mushrooms, the researchers used laboratory and mouse
studies to confirm that the anti-aromatase compounds stopped the
growth of breast cancer cells. They found that mice that were fed
mushroom extract had a 58 percent reduction in breast tumor growth.
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Take Our Annual Consumer Panel Shopping Behavior Survey Today and You Could be a Winner |
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food world listens to what YOU want! We want to make sure your
experience every time you shop is a good one, so we created a quick
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Shopping for food is fun! ... or at least it should be.
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12 More Stories ...
America's Health Report Card is Out ... and We Get a ___
The Census Bureau released its 2007 Statistical Abstract of the
United States today; and it shows a thirsty and increasingly health
conscious nation, although (no surprise) we are still fat!
Zesty Chanukah Recipes with a Mexican Twist
It's Chanukah time! And you don't have to be Jewish to enjoy
these traditional recipes with some zest. Executive Chef Julian
Medina, owner of one of our favorite Mexican restaurants, Zócalo,
shares his family favorites with SupermarketGuru.
Lay Off that Protein-Rich Diet
A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
found that compared to typical Americans, distance runners and
vegetarians had lower levels of IGF-1, a protein which has been
linked to breast, prostate and colon cancers.
Men vs. Women
Why men and women eat differently is the subject of new study
detailed in the December issue of the journal Communication Research.
Three hundred and seventy-three university students of average height
and weight were surveyed about their own ...
STEAL THIS
RECIPE(R): Hungarian Beef Goulash and Spätzle
Brrrr ... it's pretty cold out there. Talk about a need for
comfort food. This week we "stole" a native Hungarian dish popular in
central Europe - the goulash. Hungarian goulash is very different
from American goulash.
Coming To Terms With Salt
As you prepare meals for family and friends this holiday season,
keep in mind that salt, an important ingredient in cooking and baking
recipes is available in a variety of forms for a variety of needs.
Want Better Breath?
If you are looking for products to make your breath better, put
down the mouthwash and head straight for the aisle with green tea.
The Chinese have known about the medicinal benefits of green tea
since ancient times.
Stress = Fat = More Stress
Y'know that feeling you get when the world seems to be pressing
in on your head, and you get that craving for what generally is known
as comfort food? As it ends up, there is a new scientific study that
suggests that this isn't just psychological.
Understanding Soymilk
Soymilk and other soy beverages are becoming more and more
popular as consumers become more health conscious and seek out
alternatives to dairy products. But, we'd like to make sure that our
readers understand the difference between each kind.
Will a Plate that Talks Help You Eat Less?
We've all asked ourselves "How much food is too much?" Oh well,
might as well eat what's on the plate, after all that's what mom
insisted that we did. Now, there just might be a solution to help you
eat less. Dr. Hryhory Chausovsky, a senior ...
Fast, Fast, Fast!
Some days are good and everything runs status quo. Then there are
the days where you barely have time to fulfill your basic needs.
These are the days that you forget or don't have time for food. what
are you left with at the end of a very long day?
Bakin' in a Winter Wonderland
Forget the chestnuts roasting! For me, it's all about cookies
bakin'! There's nothing like the smell of holiday goodies. Not only
is it fun, but homemade (or almost homemade) gifts are always well
received by loved ones and your bank account!
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NEW PRODUCT HITS & MISSES |
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New Products
Tropicana Pure Essentials OJ with Fiber, Hint Lime Flavored Water,
Nutiva Organic Berry Pomegranate Hemp Shake, Food Splash and more.
Before you bite -- check our ratings -- and see what other shoppers
have to say.
Click here for full story
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Nominate Product MISSES and You Could Win A Prize!
Do you want to save your fellow shopper the pain and suffering of
wasting money on bad foods? Tell us what products you have tried that
are "misses"! Each week we will select one hit and one miss from all
of the nominations submitted for that week. If your nomination is
selected, you will receive a SupermarketGuru.com prize!
Click here to nominate a product
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STEAL THIS RECIPE |
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Hungarian Beef Goulash and Spätzle
Brrrr ... it's pretty cold out there. Talk about a need for
comfort food. This week we "stole" a native Hungarian dish popular in
central Europe - the goulash. Hungarian goulash is very different
from American goulash, often the only resemblance is the usage of
beef and tomatoes. For those who don't know what goulash is, it's a
rich stew but low maintenance so you can focus on keeping your toes
toasty. The recipe calls for Hungarian paprika which is stronger and
spicier than the paprika that's common in most grocery stores, but
it's worth the extra effort. Unlike American goulash which usually
uses hamburger meat this recipe uses shin meat which has more flavor
and results in a thicker soup. You can serve your goulash over rice,
pasta or even buttered noodles but we love Chef Kurt Gutenbrunner's
spätzle, literally translated from German to mean "little sparrow."
It's homemade pasta or noodles, depending on how you shape it. If you
have leftovers, spätzle's delicious pan-fried with some butter and
onions.
This is a two-part recipe:
Hungarian Beef Goulash
Spätzle
Click here to learn more about Chef Kurt Gutenbrunner
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COFFEE CHAT NEWS |
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Coffee-Centered Holiday Gift Ideas Bring Smiles to ALL
Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, or Kwanzaa, or merely
acknowledge the Winter Solstice, it's so much fun to give something
that is special to those you care about. Naturally, we think at least
some of your gifts should include coffee, so here are a few ideas to
inspire.
LIGHT SOMEONE'S FIRE
For cold winter nights, nothing warms the heart and the body like
a rich fire. For those friends with a coveted fireplace and a
sensitivity to preserving our planet, nothing spells perfect more
than Java-Log, made of dried coffee grounds and renewable vegetable
wax packed into a tube. Invented in 1998 by Rod Sprules, the Java-log
burns for two to three hours, is clean-burning, high-energy, and uses
recycled coffee! These have three times the flame per unit than word,
and coffee gives off 25% more energy without as much emissions as
wood can. Best of all it saves 42 million kg or more than 40 million
tons of coffee waste from being dumped into landfills. For more
information access
www.java-log.com.
Click here
for full story
Featured Recipes: The Three Tastes of Temptation
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FURRY FRIENDS RECOMMENDS |
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Karmalicious?
My dogs are members of my family and I love them just the same.
They are there everyday with unconditional companionship and I try to
give them the best life has to offer. But am I showing enough concern
about what they eat? After being bombarded with literature from the
Natura Pet Products I wasn't so sure.
Natura, of Santa Clara, California, sent me so much information
on their pet food that I felt like I earned a degree in dog
foodology. After reading through all the literature I would sum it up
like this. The folks at Natura seem like caring pet lovers that
strive to make the healthiest food and treats for cats and dogs. They
have a research center that sounds like Club Med for animals. Some of
the animals that live there have been rescued and I think that's
wonderful. None of the research residents are harmed ... in fact far
from it. The animals appear to live in the lap of luxury. Everything
from toys, pools, treats, to hotel-like accommodations in some cases
is provided.
Click here for full story
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QUICK POLL |
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Vitamin Infused Sodas
Both Pepsi and Coca-Cola have plans to release vitamin-infused
sodas (
click here to
read more). The question is ... will you drink them?
Click here to take the Quick Poll
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Holiday Food Gifts
In the holiday spirit, we have a Quick Poll on food gifts. It's
quick and easy so you can go back to browsing online for that perfect
gift for that special someone. Happy holidays!
Click here to take the Quick Poll
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What's the Best New Product of 2006?
Since the countdown to the new year is nearing, we'd just like to
know what you thought was the one greatest NEW food product that you
tried in 2006. Yes, ONE product for the whole year, from January 1st
until today when you sat down in front of your computer. Nominate and
you might just earn yourself a tote bag for the New Year.
Click here to take the Quick Poll
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listed on SupermarketGuru.com. We will also randomly select 5 winners
a week to receive a SupermarketGuru.com canvas tote bag. Phil will
also announce these birthdays on his syndicated radio show!
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