Food As Passion

Bowel cancer is fast becoming one of Australia and New Zealand’s biggest killers, and is already Australia’s second leading cause of cancer death. As Bowel Cancer Awareness Week approaches next week, reports are also emerging that the incidence of the disease in young people is becoming more common, especially in those aged under 35.

Bowel Cancer Awareness Week encourages everyone to learn more about preventing the disease and, along with regular screening, learning to recognize symptoms, and maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet is one of the easiest and best approaches you can take to prevention. Diets high in fat and cholesterol have been linked to an increased incidence of colon cancer, but diets high in fiber show a protective effect. Eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains will ensure you get enough fiber into your diet and eliminating red meat will reduce saturated fats. To help, we’ve compile our top five recipes for good health.

CARROT PIE

Carrots are naturally high in fiber, and their nutritional values actually increase on cooking. With its delicious walnut pastry, this appetizing carrot pie is sure to bring a cheerful start to a wintry week.

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TOFU BURGER

Diets high in saturated fats have been linked to increased incidence of bowel cancer. This recipe replaces the traditional red meat burger with tofu, a perfect substitute for meat in classic dishes ranging from burgers to cheesy bakes.

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CHORIZO AND LENTIL BRAISE

Adding lentils to your diet is a great way to lower cholesterol and introduce more fiber. Topped with slices of spicy, smoky chorizo sausage, this quick and easy lentil dish will sate even the largest appetite.

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CELERIAC AND APPLE SOUP WITH PARMESAN CHIPS

We all know the old saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”, and one reason is that apples are one of nature’s sources of fiber. Introduce more into your diet with this tasty recipe for apple and celeriac soup.

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CHAR GRILLED CHICKEN WITH GRAPEFRUIT MARMALADE

If you’re not ready to eliminate meat from your diet entirely, utilizing more chicken and fish, which are lower in saturated fats, will not only benefit your gut, but your heart too.

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Author : LIZZY WOOD

Shirley’s Comments: Sometimes with ignore or take for granted that what we eat will promote our health. That is just not true these days with all that is going on with our food supply and the world around us. We need to be proactive in eating and preparing foods that support our total health. These recipes provide fiber with taste and helps the movement of food through the system. Try them and see how you feel.

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