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Be Aware of the Foods You Eat

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In response to the daily prompt: Aware If it is true, and I kind of think it is, that food is medicine than we really need to be more aware of what we are putting into our bodies and how it might be helpful to us when we are feeling a bit on the unhealthy side. For me, one of the scariest health problems is memory loss. So, I’ve been looking at foods that I can incorporate into my diet that might help keep my memory functioning as best as possible. I discovered two foods in particular, walnuts and chocolate, which appear to be do just that. Wow walnuts! Who knew that these little guys that I used to shun as a child would become one of the most important foods of my adult life. So what’s the evidence: According to a study published in the British Journal of Nutrition walnut supplementation in lab animals improved their working memory. The scientists hypothesize that it is the polyunsaturated fats, PUFA, in walnuts and their anti-inflammation effect …

Pumpkin soup with turmeric

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Originally posted on Cooking Without Limits:
Better pumpkin soup in the world. You can see the pumpkins that I used in the photos.I was so surprised that are so good. I don’t know the name of this type of pumpkin, but it is so good. ? Ingredients: – 5 tablespoons unsalted butter – 3  pumpkins , halved and seeded – salt and freshly ground pepper – 1 medium onion, chopped – 3 cloves garlic, minced – 1 teaspoon turmeric – 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg – 8 cups chicken or vegetable stock Directions: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line one baking sheet with parchment paper. Coat it with 1 tablespoon butter, and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon water. Season flesh of pumpkins generously with salt; place cut-side down on sheet. Roast until tender, 30 to 45 minutes. Meanwhile, melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter in pan. Add onions and cook until translucent. Add garlic, turmeric  and nutmeg. Cook and stir frequently, for 2 minutes. Set aside. When pumpkin is cool enough to handle, using a spoon, scrape…