There are certain foods that every refrigerator should have, according to Dr. Oz–and here are the essential ones:
Eggs: “They’re an inexpensive source of protein, and they don’t elevate your cholesterol—eating fat does.”
Leafy greens: “The greatest sources of vitamin K are green, leafy vegetables like spinach, broccoli and kale.”
Whole grains: “They’re not stripped of nutrients like refined wheat, and they have more fiber to keep you full.”
Blueberries: “Antioxidant-rich foods like brightly colored berries keep skin supple and smooth.”
Low-fat yogurt: “It has all the key nutrients your bones need. Don’t buy fat-free yogurt—it’s filled with sugar.”
Hmm…no mention of that chocolate cake I have stashed away put in there for my kids, or that diet coke either- which I love hardly ever drink anyway.
And a couple more mom tips Dr. Oz shares….
Kids will reject food they don’t like about 12 times before they begin to appreciate the taste. He says this is because kids have more taste buds than adults. Dr. Oz’s words of advice:
“Every few months, expose your kids to, say, broccoli, and eventually they won’t mind that it’s on the table.”
Somehow I think my kids will never not mind seeing broccoli on the dinner table. But I love Dr. Oz, so I am willing to trust him and give this a try.
And moms, a very important health reminder for us from Dr. Oz: eating an apple a day can help keep the doctor away! Apples have flavonoids that reduce the risk of heart disease–which we all know is a number one killer of women.
Get your apples, ladies!
