THRIVE Life: THRIVE it Up November 2013 ~ Cranberry Delight!
THRIVE Life: Dr. Daniel Amen’s Brain Healthy Shopping List THRIVE-A-LIZED
If you’re worried that trying to follow a brain healthy nutrition plan will restrict you to only a few foods, then I have good news for you! There are literally thousands of brain healthy foods that taste great.
To make it easier for you to start or stay on track with your brain healthy eating program, I have created a printable shopping list with nearly 200 of my favorite brain healthy foods. The items on this list are included because they meet one or more of the following brain healthy criteria:
- Lean protein
- Low glycemic
- High in fiber
- Low sodium
- Healthy fats
- High-quality calories
- Brain healthy spices
- Healthy liquids
Every time you go to the grocery store, print out this list and simply check off your favorites so you can stock up on delicious brain healthy foods. Whenever possible, I would highly recommend that you choose foods that are organic, hormone free, and antibiotic free.
*Foods with an asterisk are one of the 50 Best Brain Foods.
BRAIN HEALTHY SHOPPING LIST
Produce
- Acorn squash
- Apples*
- Apricots
- Artichokes
- Asparagus*
- Avocados*
- Bananas*
- Bell peppers (yellow, green, red, orange)*
- Beets*
- Blackberries*
- Blueberries*
- Bok choy
- Broccoli*
- Brussels sprouts*
- Butternut squash
- Cabbage
- Canteloupe
- Carrots*
- Cauliflower
- Celery
- Cherries*
- Collard greens
- Corn
- Cranberries*
- Cucumbers
- Eggplant
- Grapefruit*
- Grapes
- Green beans
- Honeydew*
- Jicama
- Kale
- Kiwi*
- Leeks
- Lemons*
- Lettuce
- Limes*
- Mangoes
- Mesclun
- Mushrooms
- Mustard greens
- Nectarines
- Okra
- Olives*
- Onions
- Oranges*
- Papaya
- Parsnips
- Peaches*
- Pears
- Peas*
- Pineapple
- Plums
- Pomegranates*
- Prunes
- Pumpkin
- Radish
- Raisins
- Raspberries*
- Plums*
- Red grapes*
- Snap peas
- Soy beans*
- Spaghetti squash
- Spinach*
- Strawberries*
- Swiss chard
- Tangerines
- Tomatoes*
- Turnips
- Watercress
- Watermelon
- Yams/sweet potatoes*
- Zucchini
Meats & Seafood
- Anchovies
- Chicken, skinless*
- Chicken, ground white meat
- Clams
- Crab
- Flounder
- Haddock
- Halibut
- Herring*
- Lobster
- Mackerel
- Olives
- Oysters
- Sardines
- Scallops
- Sea bass
- Shrimp
- Snapper
- Swordfish
- Trout
- Turkey, skinless*
- Turkey, ground white meat
- Tuna*
- Wild salmon*
Refrigerated Products
- Cheese, low-fat*
- Egg whites, DHA enriched*
- Egg substitutes
- Guacamole
- Hummus
- Salsa
- Tofu
- Yogurt, unsweetened*
Beverages
- Almond milk, unsweetened*
- Coffee (decaf)
- Rice milk
- Soy milk
- Tea, black (decaf)
- Tea, green* (decaf)
- Tea, herbal (decaf)
- Water*
Beans
- Black beans*
- Black-eyed peas
- Fava beans
- Kidney beans
- Pinto beans*
- Garbanzo beans*
- Lentils*
- Lima beans
- Navy beans
- Soybeans (edamame)
- Split peas
- White beans
Breads, Cereals & Grains
- Brown rice
- Bulgur (cracked wheat)
- Oats*
- Quinoa
- Whole cornmeal
- Whole wheat bread*
- Whole wheat flour
- Whole wheat tortillas
Nuts & Oils
- Almonds, raw*
- Canola oil
- Canola oil spray
- Cashews
- Flaxseed oil
- Hazelnuts
- Olive oil*
- Olive oil spray
- Peanut butter
- Peanuts
- Pecans
- Pistachios
- Pumpkin seeds
- Sesame seeds
- Sunflower seeds
- Walnuts*
Spices, Seasonings & Dressings
- Balsamic vinegar
- Balsamic vinaigrette, low-fat/low-sugar
- Basil
- Cinnamon
- Curry/turmeric
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Marinara sauce, low-fat/low-sugar
- Marjoram
- Mustard
- Oregano
- Rosemary
- Saffron
- Sage
- Thyme
Snacks & Health Foods
- Applesauce, unsweetened
- Dark chocolate, low-sugar
- Dried fruit, unsweetened
- Dried veggies, no added oil
- Stevia (natural sweetener)
- Trail mix (nuts & dried fruits)
- Turkey jerky
- Whey protein
- Xylitol (natural sweetener)
Frozen Foods
- Fruits
- Chicken breasts
- Seafood
- Turkey burger patties
- Veggie burger patties
- Veggies
Get more information from Dr. Daniel Amen at one of the Amen Clinics
THRIVE Life: Thrive It Up ~ October 2013
THRIVE Life: 2013 Best Of Show Winner at the San Benito County Fair!!!
Sweet Corn Bread Recipe from Chef Todd i.e. Muffins
Ingredients
- 4 eggs, with yolks separated out
- 1 c thrive instant milk
- 1 t vanilla
- 3⁄4 c butter, melted
- 1 c thrive cornmeal
- 2 c thrive white flour
- 1 1⁄2 c thrive white sugar
- 1 T thrive baking powder
- 1 t thrive iodized salt
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350⁰F.
In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine egg yolks, milk, vanilla, and cooled melted butter and stir. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring to incorporate—but do not over mix.
In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold egg whites into batter.
Pour into a greased 8×8 pan and bake for 45 minutes. Check with toothpick to make sure it is cooked through.
For muffins scoop batter into prepared muffin tins and bake about 20 minutes. Check with toothpick.
Serving Ideas: Great with dinner or as a side.
Note: For extra flavor, rub top of bread with butter when it comes out of the oven. I did this with my muffins. Who know’s it could have been my secret weapon for all I know, lol!
THRIVE Life: Chef Todd’s Lemon Herb Chicken Penne!
Lemon Herb Chicken Penne
A delicious use of our Whole Grain Penne Pasta!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Yield:6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 c thrive whole grain penne pasta
- 1⁄2 T garlic
- 2 T olive oil, divided
- 2 T thrive chopped onions (fd)
- 1⁄2 c white wine
- 1 3⁄4 c thrive seasoned chicken slices
- 1⁄2 c thrive broccoli (fd)
- 1⁄4 c thrive green peas (fd)
- 1⁄4 c thrive red bell peppers (fd)
- 1⁄4 c thrive mushroom pieces (fd)
- 1 3⁄4 c water
- 3 t thrive chicken bouillon
- 1 T thrive italian seasoning blend (fd)
- 1 t thrive chef’s choice seasoning blend
- 1⁄2 lemon, juiced
- 1⁄2 c thrive tomato dices (fd)
- 1 c parmesan cheese, shredded
Instructions
Cook and cool pasta (drizzle with additional oil to keep from sticking). Sweat garlic with half of olive oil. Add onions and stir. Add white wine and chicken and let reduce until liquid is almost gone.
Add all remaining vegetables except tomatoes. Add water and bouillon and cook for about 5 minutes. Add pasta and cook another 1–2 minutes. Add all remaining ingredients and toss together.
Notes
Featured Summit Saturday 2013 recipe.
THRIVE Life: Chef Todd’s Whole Grain Pasta Salad!
Chef Todd’s Whole Grain Pasta Salad
A fun cold salad for any occassion!
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 16 servings
Ingredients
- 3 c thrive whole grain penne pasta ***New Product***
- 1⁄4 c thrive chopped onions (fd)
- 1 c thrive broccoli (fd)
- 1⁄2 c thrive red bell peppers (fd)
- 1⁄4 c thrive green onions (fd)
- 1 3⁄4 c italian dressing
- 1 c summer sausage, diced small
- 1 cn black olives, whole
- 3⁄4 c cheddar cheese cubes
- 1⁄2 c cucumber, diced
Instructions
Cook pasta al dente according to instructions on can. Meanwhile, combine all THRIVE vegetables in a bowl and stir in dressing. Drain pasta and run under cold water to cool. Mix pasta and all remaining ingredients into veggie mixture and stir together. Chill in fridge before serving.
Notes
Featured Summit Saturday 2013 recipe.
THRIVE Life: Chef Todd’s Chicken Stir Fry With Orange Chili Glaze
Chicken Stir Fry With Orange Chili Glaze
A healthy family favorite!
Prep Time:30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 c water
- 1 c thrive seasoned chicken slices (fd)
- 1⁄2 c thrive red bell peppers (fd)
- 1⁄4 c thrive mushroom pieces (fd)
- 2 T thrive chopped onions (fd)
- 1⁄2 c thrive zucchini (fd)
- 1⁄4 c thrive celery (fd)
- 1⁄4 c thrive broccoli (fd)
- 1⁄4 c thrive green beans (fd)
- 1⁄4 c thrive green onions (fd)
- 2 1⁄2 c additional water
- 1⁄4 t thrive iodized salt
- 2 1⁄2 c thrive instant rice
- 1 t garlic, minced
- 1⁄2 T sesame oil
- 1⁄4 c sweet thai chili sauce
- 1⁄4 c soy sauce
- 1⁄2 c orange juice
- 1 T rice wine vinegar
- 2 T ketchup + 1/2 tbsp. orange zest + 1/4 c. thrive honey crystals
Instructions
Add the 2 cups water to the chicken and vegetables and allow to reconstitute. Bring the 2 ½ cups water and salt to a boil and add rice. Simmer for 2 minutes, turn off heat, and cover. In a wok, sweat garlic and sesame oil together until lightly golden. Add all remaining ingredients for sauce and bring to a simmer. Set sauce aside and reheat wok.
Drain and reserve liquid from vegetable mixture. Add mixture to hot wok and stir fry for a few minutes. Add sauce and remaining liquid and allow to simmer until thick. Serve over rice and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
Notes
Featured in the September 2013 Thrive It Up broadcast.
THRIVE Life: What’s in your Q? Here’s what’s in mine…..
The Q is your own personal Home Store, your way!
You get the groceries you want and use everyday…delivered once a month, right to your door!
Here’s how it works…
Our Q budget is set at $200/month and the Q shipment is processed on the 16th of each month so my box of groceries arrives around the 20th. Before my Q shipment processes I receive an email reminder so I have the opportunity each month to customize my shipments and receive my most desired items. Once my box ships I receive another email allowing me to track delivery! This is so cool! Get what you want, how much you want, when you want it!
Here’s the box I received on Friday…
And here’s what was in it…..
Some of our favorites and something new to try too!
Bottom left to right, then up…we have…
1. Thrive Pineapple Chunks – #10 Can, 38 Servings
2. Thrive Strawberries – #10 Can, 44 Servings
3. Thrive Raspberries – #10 Can, 48 Servings
4. Thrive Mangoes – #10 Can, 43 Servings
5. Thrive Banana Slices – #10 Can, 42 Servings
6. Thrive Fudge Brownie Mix – #10 Can, 45 Servings
7. Thrive Sausage Crumbles – #10 Can, 22 Servings
8. Thrive Mushroom Pieces – #10 Can, 47 Servings
9. Thrive Green Onions – Pantry Can, 15 Servings
Ready to set up your own Q and start getting groceries delivered to your door? The coolest part is all the prep work is done. No time to waste peeling, chopping, dicing, slicing, cooking the meats….yadda yadda yadda. There’s absolutely no waste using Thrive Foods!
Here’s a few extra things you should know about Thrive Food
- Over 100 Certified Gluten Free Products
- Certified Organic Line of Products
- No GMO, No MSG
- No Artificial Colors, Flavors or Hydrogenated Oils
- Excellent Double Coated Cans with Food Grade Enamel
- Award Winning Safety and Manufacturing
- 25 Year Self Life ~ most items
- Nutritious as fresh! With the best flavor, convenient and freeze-dried
- No chopping, peeling, slicing or dicing means saves you time!
- Absolutely no waste = time and money! The average American family wastes about 25% of the foods they buy…..
Dietary Friendly = WLS friendly, Paleo, Diabetic, Gluten Intolerance, Weight Waters etc…. they all work better with Thrive Food!
Click Here To Get Started and Set-Up Your Own Q
THRIVE Life: Chef Todd’s Quinoa Encrusted Chicken Tenders
Quinoa Encrusted Chicken Tenders
This family-friendly chicken recipe uses a quinoa breading!
Prep Time: 1 hour
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 3⁄4 c thrive quinoa
- 2 t thrive chicken bouillon
- 2 c water
- 3⁄4 t thrive iodized salt
- 3⁄4 t paprika
- 1 1⁄4 t granulated garlic
- 1 1⁄4 t onion powder
- 1⁄2 t cumin
- 1⁄4 t thrive chef’s choice seasoning blend
- 1⁄2 t thrive peppercorn seasoning blend
- 1 c panko bread crumbs
- 12 chicken tenders
- 1⁄2 c thrive scrambled egg mix + 3/4 c. water
- 1 T thrive instant milk + 1/3 c. water
Instructions
Rinse quinoa in a chinois or fine strainer until water runs clear. Bring water and bouillon to a boil. Stir in quinoa and reduce to a simmer; cover and cook for 25–30 minutes. Remove from heat and strain well. Add all other dry ingredients and mix well.
Spread breading on a sheet pan and bake at 325⁰F degree oven until completely dry (about 35 minutes), stirring every 5 minutes with a spatula. Remove from oven and allow to cool. Pulse breading a few times in a food processor to break down quinoa to a medium grind.
Mix eggs and milk together. Lightly coat each chicken breast with the egg wash and then dip into breading and press breading onto chicken. Place chicken on greased baking sheet and bake for 10–15 minutes at 400⁰F or until thermometer reads 165 on the internal temperature is 165⁰.
Notes
Featured in the September 2013 Thrive It Up broadcast.
