Bomboane din tarate de psyllium/Candy from psyllium husk

Pentru ca ultima mea postare se referea la taratele de psyllium, am zis ca ar fi pacat sa nu vorbesc tot de ele.
Asa ca...astazi o sa postez reteta unor bomboane din tarate de psyllium, cu mici adaugiri de una-alta.
Tot ce pot sa va spun este ca mie mi-au placut destul de mult, mai ales ca nu am facut cunostinta cu ele (taratele adica) decat acum vreo doua luni, timp in care am consumat maxim 30 de grame. Asta daca nu punem la socoteala reteta de astazi, normal. Cine mananca raw sau vegan stiu sigur ca le va aprecia. Totul a pornit doar din dorinta de a servi ceva dulce, dar care sa fie satios, slab caloric si sanatos in acelasi timp. Asa ca am pus la un loc cateva ingrediente si, cat m-am invartit si sucit, a iesit altceva.
Desi totul a fost facut "la ochi", o sa incerc sa aproximez cantitatile pentru voi. Astfel....



 Bomboane din tarate de psyllium

 Ingrediente:

• 200 ml lapte dulce de vaca (raw merge cu lapte de migdale sau caju, dupa preferinta),
• o lingura plina cu cacao degresata, 
• 15 picaturi de stevia (am incercat si cu zaharina, in lipsa de alt indulcitor), 
• o lingura cu miere(nu am folosit dar bomboanele mele nu prea erau dulci)
• 30 g stafide, 
• 50 g nuca de cocos, 
• o lingurita cu esenta de migdale (puteti sa nu puneti sau sa ii gasiti un alt inlocuitor), 
• o lingura cu seminte de in macinate, 
• jumatate de lingurita cu scortisoara.

Intr-un bol am amestecat taratele de psyllium cu cacaoa, scortisoara, semintele de in si stevia. Laptele l-am incalzit putin (se poate folosi si rece) si l-am turnat peste ingredientele din bol. Am adaugat mierea si esenta de migdale si am amestecat. Amestecul l-am "uitat" pe masa cam vreo 20 de minute fiind ocupata cu altceva. Trecand ora de masa, l-am acoperit si l-am introdus in frigider. L-am lasat pana a doua zi cand am ajuns de la munca. Mi-am udat palmele cu putina apa, am taiat "felii" din amestec, le-am intins putin in causul palmei si am pus cateva stafide. L-am modelat sub forma de bomboana cat am putut eu de bine apoi am trecut-o prin nuca de cocos. Pana sa le fac o fotografie au mai trecut cam vreo 15 minute, timp in care stafidele au inceput sa "traga" lichidul care mai era in compozitia bomboanelor.Am lasat cateva afara peste noapte...s-au uscat putin si s-a intarit usor "invelisul" dar stafidele s-au inmuiat complet).
Ce vedeti in fotografie, cum stau stafidele, nu este nimic aranjat. Am avut un cutit cu zimti si chiar am reusit sa tai bomboana perfect. Asta doar pentru ca eram la cateva minute dupa ce le formasem si inca nu apucasera sa se intareasca. Daca compozitia bomboanelor vi se pare prea moale (daca o lasati pana a doua zi adica), puteti sa adaugati nuca de cocos fara nici o problema. Mai puteti adauga susan, nuci sau migdale sau ce ingredient va mai trece prin cap. Mie mi-au placut asa cum au fost, mai ales ca miroseau a migdale.

  
Enjoy!

Taratele de psyllium in alimentatie/ Psyllium husk in alimentation

 De mult mi-am propus sa fac fotografii ingredientelor si mancarurilor pe care le consum zilnic...sau de cateva ori pe saptamana in orice caz. Cum nu am acest noroc, o sa postez doar la sfarsit de saptamana si una si alta. Dupa unele trebuie sa "alerg" mai mult iar dupa altele...e alta poveste. M-am gandit sa incep cu taratele de psyllium care sunt un ajutor pretios in dieta oricarui om, mai ales in dieta raw-veganilor. Folosite in mancaruri, bauturi, dulciuri sau chiar in celebrul  (sau aproape celebrul) Colon Cleanse (sau colon help??? i dont know), taratele de psyllium au un dublu impact. Primo- leaga tot ce contine cat de cat lichid, segundo-"matura" toxinele din organism, ajutand la curatarea lui. Daca esti constipat sau reversul, taratele isi fac datoria fara sa ceara vreun ban...doar apa. Caci fara apa ele nu isi fac datoria. In plus, nu este indicat sa le consumi si sa nu bei apa caci poti ajunge la ocluzie intestinala. Sunt indicate in cura de slabire, luate cu jumatate de ora inainte de a servi masa caci, ajutate de apa, se umfla in stomac si dau o senzatie de satietate.

Departe de mine gandul sa imi insusesc ceva, chiar si un text sau informatii. Pentru ca azi nu este o zi in care sa ma simt ok, cu scuzele de rigoare, nu fac altceva decat sa fac copy/paste la niste textulete care stiu sigur ca o sa va ajute pe multi dintre voi...si pe mine, sa nu uitam.

Taratele de Psyllium

Psyllium… sau inul alb indian, este, alaturi de inul cel negru sau de inul cel auriu, alaturi de semintele de chia, unul dintre cele mai fibroase alimente de pe fata pamantului. Tarata de psyllium contine de 14 ori mai multe fibre solubile decat ovazul, apreciat pana nu demult pentru continutul sau de fibre. 100 g psyllium contin 71 g fibre solubile, aceeasi cantitate de ovaz − doar 5 g fibre solubile!

Taratele de psyllium sunt recunoscute pentru efectul deosebit de eficient de eliminarea placii (tecii) mucoide (placa cea nesuferita de mucus care acopera in totalitate tractul nostru digestiv, impiedicand incapatanat bunele schimburi de nutrienti – toxine din corp).

Taratele de psyllium sunt recomandate deopotriva in diaree si constipatieconstipatiilor rezistente la tratament, specialistii recomanda din ce in ce mai des administrarea de psyllium, deoarece acestea nu actioneaza agresiv ca celelalte laxative obisnuite.

O sinteza recenta arata ca psyllium nu amelioreaza in mod direct durerea asociata sindromului colonului iritabil, insa imbunatateste si regleaza functiile digestive ale pacientilor cu aceasta afectiune. deoarece ele au un rol de reglare. In cazul

In diaree, mucilagiul de psyllium absoarbe excesul de lichid din fecale si incetineste eliminarea continutului intestinului. Mucilagiul absoarbe in mod egal toxinele din surse externe (substantele cancerigene) si pe cele din surse interne (produse de bacteriile si parazitii intestinali).

In acelasi timp, psyllium incurajeaza inmultirea bacteriilor prietenoase, asa cum sunt Lactobacillus acidophilous si bifidobacteriile, care ajuta la reglarea functiei intestinale.

Administrarea unei doze de 5 g de psyllium de doua ori pe zi da rezultate foarte bune in hipercolesterolemie.

Cercetatorii de la Universitatea Ottawa au observat ca pentru reducerea colesterolului, taratele de psyllium sunt mai eficiente decat regimul cu un continut scazut de grasimi. De asemenea, semintele de psyllium permit reducerea dozelor medicamentelor de sinteza in tratarea dislipidemiilor.

Au un rol deosebit in reglarea glicemiei, deoarece impiedica trecerea rapida a glucozei din tubul digestiv in sange. Administrat in cure de 3 luni, ajuta pe diabetici sa piarda in greutate. Un lucru foarte important pentru diabeticii de tip II, care sunt obezi in cele mai multe cazuri. Psyllium poate reduce nivelul glucozei sangvine in cazul diabeticilor de tip II.

Consumul de Psyllium este recomandat pentru combaterea constipatiei, reducerea colesterolul sangvin (daca se respecta un regim sarac in grasimi), scade nivelul glucozei din sange (prin faptul ca nu permite absorbtia ei in intestin) trateaza diareea, ajuta in caz de colita ulceroasa si sindrom al colonului iritabil.

In raw food [buctaria vegana cruda], psyllium este cu deosebire valoros caci (marindu-si de 16 ori volumul), leaga orisice compozitie: transforma laptele din nuci si seminte in budica, transforma pure-ul din mere in tort de mere, intareste compozitia de chiftelute, painici, etc. In plus, da "pufosenie" mancaricilor in care ii adaugat (si cat de greu ii de obtinut asta in raw) si nu are gust personal: prin urmare poate fi adaugat in... orice... fara a schimba gustul intentionat :-).

 http://bucuriebunastarehrisca.blogspot.com/2010/12/taratele-de-psyllium.html

Pysllium Husk (Ispaghula or Isabgol) is renowned worldwide as a fiber supplement. It’s of Middle East origin and strongly believed to work wonders in weight loss. With its high dietary fiber content, it has been considered effective in flushing toxins while binding to fats therefore leading to weight loss.
In the past, Psyllium Husk has also been used to relieve constipation and was particularly used by the Indians and Arabs as medicine. Today, Psyllium is not only recognized for its medicinal properties, but weight loss benefits as well. 

Some dietary supplement manufacturers utilize Psyllium Husk in their manufacture of dietary fiber drinks and supplements. Psyllium Husk’s high fiber content and colon cleansing properties helps in regulating bowel movements, relieving constipation and improving digestion. Apart from bowel regulation, research done on Psyllium Husk shows that it helps lower blood cholesterol because it lowers lipoproteins, which are commonly called “bad cholesterol”.  Lower blood cholesterol can save us from high blood pressure and stroke.

Psyllium Husk produces softer, bulkier stool at regular intervals which relieves constipation.  When our body fails to function well to have regular bowel movement, all toxins are stuck inside making us uneasy. The trapped toxins can produce harmful bacteria that make us ill. Taking high fiber supplement like Psyllium saves us from stomach distress and sickness. Psyllium Husk acts like a huge sponge once in our body. It absorbs water, cleans the colon walls, initiates stimulating contraction and passes the toxins out through stool. We should always drink plenty of water when taking high fiber supplements to help them work better on our digestive system.
Besides being a remedy for constipation, Psyllium Husk can also help in relieving diarrhea. When a person has diarrhea, the colon holds excess water so, the Psyllium Husk absorbs the toxic water while passing through stool. This serves as an effective way to keep our digestive systems in good condition! This fiber can also help those who suffer from Hemorrhoids, which allows passing out stools easier and less painful because it helps in softening stool.
Alongside the health benefits of Psyllium Husk, losing weight is another interesting benefit that turns out to be everybody’s favorite! The bulk effect makes us have a feeling of fullness thus keeping us off unhealthy eating habits. This effect saves us from hundreds of calorie intake we get from junk foods. Unlike many weight loss remedies today, Psyllium Husk does not have any fat burning property; instead it blocks fats from being assimilated into the body by quickly flushing out the fats through stools.
Regular intake of Psyllium Husk promotes in losing extra pounds from stuck body toxins.  Regular exercise and healthy diet while taking Psyllium Husk will greatly help to speed up losing unwanted body fats.

 http://www.helium.com/items/1939649-how-psyllium-husk-can-help-with-weight-loss 

Having psyllium husk for weight loss is better than oat bran which has about five grams of fiber per third of a cup compared with the 71 grams per third of a cup that psyllium husk has to offer. The husk is the covering of the seeds grown on the plant Plantago psyllium and it grows mainly in the Middle East.
Those suffering from bowel conditions like constipation like diarrhea and constipation can benefit from the intake of psyllium husk as fiber absorbs water but is not digested. This results in bulkier but softer stool that easily passes out of the system.

Clinical studies have shown that psyllium husk is not only good for improving bowel conditions; it is also good for lowering blood cholesterol. A low fat diet works better in lowering blood cholesterol in conjunction with psyllium husk intake but even with a high fat diet, psyllium husk taken regularly reduces low density lipoproteins (”bad cholesterol”) by seven percent. Other studies have shown that regular intake of psyllium husk results more fat being passed in stool which is translated into fats.  Others have shown that psyllium husk also helps in lowering blood sugar counts. Psyllium husk fills you with fiber which reduces your appetite without causing harm to the nervous system. This is a much healthier approach than formulas like Herbalife which contain ephedra. Just a couple of capsules taken before a meal will help in making you feel full, hence making you eat less and reducing hunger craving 

Psyllium husk is one of the most simplest and effective herbs for weight loss. It is also an effective antidote for many conditions related to the digestive tract like colon cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, dysentery and conditions of the genito-urinary tract. The oil in the embryo of the seed contains fifty percent linoleic acid that has been used as preventive measure for atherosclerosis.      Even conditions like high blood pressure and heart disease can be dealt with by the use of psyllium husk.
Weight watchers will greatly benefit from this herb as it barely has any side effects and it’s pretty good. Initial use may result in flatulence and bloating but these are minor problems as the body is adjusting to all that fiber. Those watching their carbohydrate intake might not be taking cereals and whole grains which are an important source of fiber. In these cases psyllium husk helps to fill in the gap and in a healthier way too.

http://www.helium.com/items/1733183-how-psyllium-husk-can-help-with-weight-loss

Despite the US National Library of medicine's Medline Plus assertion that "body weight reduction has not been proven to be associated with psyllium use in adults," many still believe that psyllium husks can help with weight loss. This is because, as a source of natural dietary fibre, it increases the feelings of fullness in the stomach after a meal, and as a bulk forming laxative, promotes bowel regularity and excretion of fat in stools, thereby preventing its storage in the body.

And with no known side effects other than a few people experiencing flatulence or upset stomach, combined with a long list of known benefits, food supplementation with psyllium husks is certainly worth considering.

They have an "A" grade rating in the treatment of high cholesterol, "B" ratings for treatment of constipation, and diarrhea, and "C" ratings for prevention of anal fissures, colon cancer, promotion of fat secretion in stools, and treatment of hemorrhoids, hyperglycemia, inflammatory bowel disease and irritable bowel syndrome.
According to Body and Fitness website, psyllium husks are:
"almost universally recognized as a premier source of dietary fiber, a useful substance to regulate the bowels, and a safe and effective constipation and diarrhea remedy. It can aid in the treatment of obesity and overeating by instilling a sense of fullness."
Although contra indicated in pregnant women or those with bowel narrowing or obstruction, due to it's bulk forming nature, otherwise healthy adults should experience no adverse side effects from using psyllium husks provided they drink plenty of water with the supplements, otherwise they could cause "chocking or intestinal blockage."
Recommendations for dietary fiber intake for adults range from 20 to 35 grams per day, or 10 to 13 grams per 1,000 calories. Most adults in the US eat less than half this recommended daily amount. Doses ranging from 2.2 to 45 grams daily, have been used in studies. For children recommended doses are up to 16 grams daily.

Psyllium husks are the seed coats, or husks, of various plantain plants, and are available whole, in powdered, capsule or tablet form. Although the tablet or capsule form may be more convenient, experts generally agree the most effective way to take it is in powdered form, with a glass of water 1-3 times a day. If you are primarily taking it to help with weight loss, the recommendation is to take it 20-30 minutes before a meal, so that you feel fuller when you sit down to eat.

 http://www.helium.com/items/1657420-psyllium-husks-weight-loss-natural-dietary-fibre-natural-laxative-bulk-forming-laxative

Fursecuri integrale dieta Montignac/ Montignac diet cookies

De cand am inceput sa caut retete sanatoase, un aliat de nadejde mi-a fost Culinar.ro, un site unde gasesti lucruri la care nu te-ai astepta. Multe dintre retete le-am facut ca acolo, multe insa le-am schimbat sau adaptat. Nu am intotdeauna la dispozitie anumite ingrediente sau pur si simplu nu imi plac unele din ele.
O reteta pe care am adaptat-o a fost cea pe care v-o prezint astazi, "Fursecuri cu tarate" postata pe Culinar de "fata cu fluturi". Ii multumesc inca o data cu aceasta ocazie, fursecurile devenind un aliat de nadejde in cura de slabire sau de  insanatosire a organismului meu...dar si a a altora.

Aici aveti reteta asa cum a postat-o ea: http://www.culinar.ro/forum/continut/Dieta-Montignac/20669/Fursecuri-de-tarate-monti-monti/

Fursecuri integrale dieta Montignac

3 cani tarate,
o cana faina de secara,
jumatate de cana faina integrala,
un plic si un sfert praf de copt,
3 cani si jumatate de apa,
100 ml ulei de floarea soarelui,
4 oua,
2 linguri cacao,
o lingurita esenta de rom,
o lingurita cu esenta de migdale
jumatate de lingurita cu sare,
doua linguri cu seminte de susan,
o lingurita cu scortisoara.
20 g seminte de in intregi

Am amestecat intai ingredientele uscate, am adaugat apa, uleiul, ouale si esentele. Din compozitia care a rezultat am luat cu o lingura si am turnat pe o tava tapetata cu hartie de copt. Fursecurile le-am copt la foc mediu...10-15 minute, nu mai stiu timpul exact ca tot faceam drumuri in si din bucatarie prin casa.
Ies foarte multe fursecuri, suficiente pentru 5-6 persoane cu apetit crescut :D. Sunt foarte bune de luat la pachet, de servit la micul dejun cu putin lapte sau iaurt, fiind pline de fibre si ajutand la usurarea tranzitului intestinal. Asta daca va intrebati la ce folosesc :)).
Incercati-le si nu veti regreta. Zic asta celor consumatori de produse monti...si nu numai.

Un cadou de 8 martie/ A 8 march gift

Sunt foarte darnica astazi. Asa ca, desi cu o mica intarziere, va ofer voua femeilor, un mic cadou de 8 martie. Un mic arici inconjurat de zambile. In fond, asa cum este si viata, nu? Intepatoare in unele zile, dar plina de lumina si culoare in altele.
LA MULTI ANI!

LA MULTI ANI!/Happy birthday!

Acest blog trebuia sa ia fiinta de 1 Martie. Dar cum providenta a hotarat ca e bine sa fie mai tarziu, cine sunt eu sa o contrazic? Asa ca, iata, astazi este prima zi in care va scriu aceste randuri, prima zi in care ele apar pe "hartia virtuala" a acestui blog.
Sper sa primiti cu bucurie si interes ce voi posta de acum incolo si sa va faca placere sa-mi cititi pataniile...caci, sa fim seriosi, nu este zi in care sa nu patesc cate ceva.


LA MULTI ANI!