Originally published April 13 2005
Olive oil offers antioxidants; waffles can be made healthier with whole grains
by Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, NaturalNews Editor
In a few tidbits of health news: Olive oil has phenol and vitamin E, which are antioxidants. This means that it is good for helping to prevent cancer. Also frozen waffles made from whole grains and topped with fruit are much healthier than waffles made from refined flour and topped with butter and syrup. Finally, the RDA for potassium holds true for all adults. In fact, the 3,500 milligrams recommended is just a basic guideline and 4,700 milligrams may be better.
Q: Is olive oil a source of antioxidants?
Extra virgin oil is higher in phenols than light olive oils.
Olive oil also supplies the antioxidant vitamin E. Although olive oil contains less vitamin E than several vegetable oils that have more polyunsaturated fat, olive oil is mostly composed of monounsaturated fat.
Human studies suggest that olive oil, because of its monounsaturated fat, can help prevent LDL (bad) cholesterol from converting to its most damaging form.
A: Just as with cereal, it all depends on the kinds of waffles you choose.
Some frozen waffles are made only with refined flour; others contain at least some whole-grain flour, which provides more fiber and nutrients.
For people who have trouble meeting their calcium needs with dairy products or other enriched foods, there are even some frozen waffles that supply 30 percent of the daily value for calcium.
A glass of milk contains the same amount of calcium.
A: Stevia rebaudiana, commonly referred to as stevia, comes from a small shrub.
It is legal to sell stevia in the United States as a dietary supplement because no dangers have been linked to its use.
If you really want to control high blood pressure and diabetes, you should concentrate on the primary lifestyle steps of portion control, regular exercise, balanced eating and sodium restriction.
Q: Does the daily value amount for potassium on food labels apply to all adults?
This figure comes from old recommendations of the Institute of Medicine that formed the basis of the recommended dietary allowances.
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