Chromium
Chromium ~ Natures Super Foods
The Benefits: This is a mineral involved in glucose metabolism. It increases sensitivity to insulin. Also, it aids in building up fatty acids and cholesterol and in breaking down proteins. Having adequate amounts helps regulate metabolic processes. The USDA recommends that you get at least 120 micrograms (mcg) per day. Good Sources: Chromium can be found in meats, whole grains, dairy products, seafood, chicken, vegetables, wine, beer and yeast. And if you're wondering what to have with dinner tonight to get, or up your intake of chromium, try; Steamed Vegetable Medley
Enjoy this recipe as a great side dish or make it into a complete meal by steaming salmon or chicken on top of the vegetables. Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients:
1 cup thinly sliced carrot 2 cups chopped collard greens, stems removed 1 medium onion sliced thick 1 cup cubed zucchini (quarter lengthwise and slice about 1/2 inch thick) Dressing;
extra virgin olive oil to taste 1 medium clove garlic pressed 1 Tbs. fresh lemon juice sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste *optional 1 tsp soy sauce Directions:
Chop onion and press garlic and let sit for 5-10 minutes to bring out their health-promoting benefits. Bring lightly salted water to a boil in a steamer with a tight fitting lid. Add carrots and onions cover, and steam for 3 minutes. Add collard greens, and steam for another 3 minutes. Then add zucchini and steam for another 3 minutes. Remove from steamer and place in bowl. Toss with dressing ingredients. You can top with sliced chicken breast (3/4" thick) or fish (1" thick) on the top of the carrots and onions. Serves 2 Cooking Tips: It helps to toss the steamer basket up and down with the cooked vegetables to drain out excess water. This will keep the flavor from being diluted. Make sure you don't over cook the zucchini, as it also will dilute the flavor if over cooked. It will start to look a little translucent when it overcooks. We hope you enjoy!
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