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The Asian Diet

"...Foods Eaten Daily: Grains & Breads: Of the foods consumed on a daily basis, rice, rice products , noodles, breads, millet, corn, and other grains are consumed in the greatest amount. Potatoes and cereals are included in this food group."...(excerpt from article about the Asian Diet: www.gicare.com)

Full Story from Jackson Gastoenterology

Rice may be benificial if you have certian medical conditions

Talk with your doctor to explore the benifits of rice in your diet. Especially if you have any of the following conditions.

Barretts Esophagus

..."The treatment of Barrett’s esophagus is similar to the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease, namely, lifestyle changes in conjunction with the use of medications that will decrease acid production by the stomach. Simple lifestyle measures should be employed by all patients with reflux. The most important of these is to avoid late meals. The patient should also avoid foods that cause an increase in symptoms."... (excerpt from The Cleveland Clinic Website)

Acid Reflux caused by GERD

..."Heartburn is caused by acid reflux, or GERD -- gastroesophageal reflux disease. Acid reflux happens when the muscle between the stomach and the esophagus gets weak or relaxes at the wrong time. This lets the contents of the stomach, including acid, splash up into the esophagus. The esophagus doesn't have the same kind of protective coating as the stomach, so stomach acids burn it."...

Allergies

..."A food allergy occurs when your immune system responds defensively to a specific food protein that is not harmful to the body."...

..."Which Foods Most Often Cause Allergic Reactions?

There are six foods that cause 90% of food allergies in children - milk, eggs, peanuts, wheat, soy, and tree nuts (such as walnuts, pecans, and almonds).

In adults, 90% of food allergies are caused by peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish. "... (excerpt from Web MD article)

Celiac Sprue

"...Celiac sprue is not an allergy. It is a genetic, inheritable immunologic disease which interferes with the digestion process. It is also known as celiac disease. When a celiac person eats foods that contain gluten, the immune system responds by damaging the villi in the small intestine. Gluten can be found in wheat, rye, barley, and possibly oats."...(excerpt from about.com)

A word from the chef

Our recipes are not meant to be a cure all. The recipes represent a step in the right direction to reduce acid reaction, reduce fat, reduce sodium, reduce calories, and increase fiber. Our life style changed along with our eating habits. Our daily routine has been altered with a regular exercise program, not smoking, eating only two meals each day with higher fiber content and foods higher in Omega-3.