Nutrition
By Nancy Adler
Lemons are a rich source of Vitamin C , and a powerful antioxidant. One squeeze of a lemon provides 21% of a person’s daily value. Like oranges, grapefruits and limes , citrus foods are rich in flavonoids, the compounds that help boost health and fight diseases.
The peel and pulp of the lemon contain a solvable fiber called pectin. It promotes the production of digestive enzymes in the liver, helping eliminate waste from your body. As your body breaks down toxins and excess nutrients in the liver, it eliminates those molecules via your kidneys.
Fiber rich foods can also help promote regularity , lessening your risk of constipation. Lemons are high in fiber and act as food for your gut, promoting healthy gut balance and growth. Fibers in lemons stimulate the growth of beneficial probiotics in the microbiome like bifidobacterium. Lemons are instrumental in reducing inflammation and are beneficial for those with rheumatoid arthritis.
A lemon a day should do it!
Please enjoy this recipe in my cookbook “ Nancy’s Recipes for Life “ available at my Linwood office location and Capellas Oil and Vinegar store in Ocean City
Lemon Garlic Tilapia
Ingredients:
- 4 tilapia filets ( May use any fish of choice)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lite butter
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1 tsp dried parsley flakes
- Dash salt
- Cayenne pepper to taste
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400°. Spray a baking dish with organic cooking spray. Melt butter in the microwave. Add olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt and parsley. Sauté a few minutes. Pour over tilapia filets in a baking pan. Sprinkle some cayenne pepper on top of the fish. Bake in a preheated oven for about 13 minutes and broil for an additional 2-3 minutes. Serves four.
Nutritional info per serving:
Calories 128.5
Total fat. 6.2 grams
Total Carbs 1.8 grams
Fiber 0.3 mg.
Protein 18.2 grams
Nancy Adler is a certified nutritionist and practitioner in Linwood. Her office is located in Cornerstone Commerce Center, 1201 New Rd. Learn about her practice at ww.nancyadlernutrition.com (609)653-4900. Nancy is the Recipient of the Best of The Press 2020, 2021, and 2022 Gold Award. You may listen to Nancy every Saturday at 11 am Nancy Adler Nutrition LIVE! NewsTalk 1400 WOND and 92.3 the station is fm
