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Yoga

 

Definition

The term "yoga" comes from a Sanskrit word meaning "union." Yoga combines physical exercises, mental meditation, and breathing techniques to strengthen the muscles and relieve stress.

Purpose

Yoga has been practiced for thousands of years as a life philosophy to join the individual self with what practitioners call the Divine, Universal Spirit, or Cosmic Consciousness. However, very few individuals in the United States as of 2004 practiced yoga in this way; rather, yoga is performed as part of an exercise program to increase general health, reduce stress, improve flexibility and muscle strength, and alleviate certain physical symptoms, such as chronic pain. Because yoga is a low-impact activity and can include gentle movements, it is commonly used as part of physical therapy and rehabilitation of injuries.

Clinical and psychological studies have demonstrated that performing yoga has the following benefits:

• Physical postures strengthen and tone muscles, and when performed in rapid succession, can provide cardiovascular conditioning.
• Meditation and deep breathing can reduce stress, thereby lowering blood pressure and inducing relaxation.
• Mind/body awareness can influence mood and self-esteem to improve quality of life.

In addition to exercise and stress reduction, yoga is also used therapeutically to help children and adolescents with medical conditions. Yoga instructors experienced in adapting yoga postures for individuals with special needs teach yoga to children and adolescents with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, seizure disorders, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, cancer,

autism, Asperger's syndrome, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), psychiatric disorders, learning disabilities, and other disabilities to help improve physical and mental functioning. Many physicians may recommend yoga for patients with hypertension, asthma, stress-related disorders, and depression. Growing interest in alternative and complementary medicine has increased the popularity of yoga in the United States and spurred research into its medical benefits. Many hospitals offer alternative or integrative medicine centers that include yoga classes.

Some yoga instructors have even pioneered yoga for infants and toddlers, practiced with one or both parents. Yoga for infants and toddlers can improve sleep, ease digestive problems, facilitate neuromuscular development, strengthen the immune system, deepen parent-child bonds, serve as an outlet for creative play and self-expression, and reduce stress and anxiety for both parents and children.

Benefits

Yoga has been used to alleviate problems associated with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, migraine headaches, asthma, shallow breathing, backaches, constipation, diabetes, menopause, multiple sclerosis, varicose veins, and many chronic illnesses. It also has been studied and approved for its ability to promote relaxation and reduce stress. On the other hand, some researchers are now questioning claims that yoga is beneficial for such conditions as carpal tunnel syndrome.

As of late 2002, yoga is increasingly recommended for dysmenorrhea, premenstrual syndrome, and other disorders in premenopausal women, in Europe as well as in the United States.

Yoga can also provide the same benefits as any well-designed exercise program, increasing general health and stamina, reducing stress, and improving those conditions brought about by sedentary lifestyles. Yoga has the added advantage of being a low-impact activity that uses only gravity as resistance, which makes it an excellent physical therapy routine; certain yoga postures can be safely used to strengthen and balance all parts of the body. A study published in late 2002 summarized recent findings about the benefits of yoga for the cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems. The review noted that yoga is still viewed as a "trendy" form of exercise rather than one with documented medical benefits.

Meditation has been much studied and approved for its benefits in reducing stress-related conditions. The landmark book, The Relaxation Response, by Harvard cardiologist Herbert Benson, showed that meditation and breathing techniques for relaxation could have the opposite effect of stress, reducing blood pressure and other indicators. Since then, much research has reiterated the benefits of meditation for stress reduction and general health. Currently, the American Medical Association recommends meditation techniques as a first step before medication for borderline hypertension cases. Some 2002 studies indicate that yogic meditation by itself is effective in lowering serum cholesterol as well as blood pressure.

Modern psychological studies have shown that even slight facial expressions can cause changes in the involuntary nervous system; yoga utilizes the mind/body connection. That is, yoga practice contains the central ideas that physical posture and alignment can influence a person's mood and self-esteem, and also that the mind can be used to shape and heal the body. Yoga practitioners claim that the strengthening of mind/body awareness can bring eventual improvements in all facets of a person's life.

Side effects

Some people have reported injuries by performing yoga postures without proper form or concentration, or by attempting difficult positions without working up to them gradually or having appropriate supervision. Beginners sometimes report muscle soreness and fatigue after performing yoga, but these side effects diminish with practice.

Research & general acceptance

Although yoga originated in a culture very different from modern America, it has been accepted and its practice has spread relatively quickly. Many yogis are amazed at how rapidly yoga's popularity has spread in America, considering the legend that it was passed down secretly by handfuls of followers for many centuries.

There can still be found some resistance to yoga, for active and busy Americans sometimes find it hard to believe that an exercise program that requires them to slow down, concentrate, and breathe deeply can be more effective than lifting weights or running. However, ongoing research in top medical schools is showing yoga's effectiveness for overall health and for specific problems, making it an increasingly acceptable health practice.

Training & certification

Many different schools of yoga have developed in America, and beginners should experiment with them to find the best-suited routine. Hatha yoga schools emphasize classical yoga postures, and raja yoga schools concentrate on mental discipline and meditation techniques. In America, there are no generally accepted standards for the certification of yoga teachers. Some schools certify teachers in a few intensive days and some require years of study before certifying teachers. Beginners should search for teachers who show respect and are careful in their teaching, and should beware of instructors who push them into poses before they are ready.

BOOKS

Ansari, Mark, and Liz Lark. Yoga for Beginners. New York: Harper, 1999.

Bodian, Stephan, and Georg Feuerstein. Living Yoga. New York: Putnam, 1993.

Carrico, Mara. Yoga Journal's Yoga Basics. New York: Henry Holt, 1997.

Iyengar, B.K.S. Light on Yoga. New York: Schocken, 1975.

Pelletier, Kenneth R., MD. The Best Alternative Medicine, Chapter 10, "Ayurvedic Medicine and Yoga: From Buddha to the Millennium." New York: Simon & Schuster, 2002.

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Cold Tropical Macaroni Salad

"Apple, pineapple, peas, hard-cooked eggs and pasta in a creamy dressing."

      Prep Time:                    Cook time:            Ready in:
     1 Day 1 Hr 15 Min       10 mim                 1 Day 1 Hr 25 Min

     Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package macaroni
• 10 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped
• 1 (16 ounce) jar creamy salad dressing
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 1 apple, cored and chopped
• 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained

     Directions

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
2. In large bowl combine pasta, eggs, dressing, onion, apple, pineapple and peas. Chill 2 hours in refrigerator. Serve cold.

    Nutritional Information

    Amount Per Serving  Calories: 726 | Total Fat: 30.8g | Cholesterol: 378mg

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Fruity Macaroni Salad

 "Apples, oranges and pasta -- something fresh for a hot summer's day. Substitute red bell pepper for a  change of color."

       Prep Time:    Cook Time:     Ready In:
        15 Min             20Min              35Min

     Ingredients

• 4 cups macaroni
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup sweet corn kernels
• 2 apples - peeled, cored and diced
• 1 large orange, peeled, sectioned, and cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• salt and pepper to taste
• 3/4 cup mayonnaise

     Directions

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; rinse with cold water.
2. In large bowl combine pasta, celery, pepper, corn, apple, orange, chives, parsley, salt, pepper and mayonnaise. Adjust seasonings. Serve

          Nutritional Information

           Amount Per Serving  Calories: 541 | Total Fat: 23.9g | Cholesterol: 10mg

Macaroni Salad

"This recipe is easily multiplied for a crowd. Everyone in my family asks me to bring this to our functions. I even make it for weddings. Sometimes I use a mixture of different kinds of pasta, especially if I only have a little of this kind or that. Depending on what type of macaroni used, more dressing may be required. The recipe calls for red onion, but sweet onion is great, too."

Prep Time:   Cook Time:      Ready In:
15 Min             30Min              45 Min

      Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package macaroni
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
• 2 tablespoons sweet pickle juice
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup pimento-stuffed green olives
• 1/4 cup chopped sweet pickle
• 2 carrots, grated
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tablespoons celery seed

     Directions

1. Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente. Drain, and rinse. Set aside.
2. Meanwhile, place eggs in a saucepan, and cover completely with cold water. Bring water to a boil. Cover, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, and cool. Peel, and chop.
3. In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, dry mustard, and sweet pickle juice. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
4. In a large bowl, combine pasta, celery, onion, olives, sweet pickles, carrots, green pepper, celery seeds, and eggs. Stir in dressing, and mix well.

    Nutritional Information

     Amount Per Serving  Calories: 692 | Total Fat: 40.4g | Cholesterol: 172mg

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Asian Salad

"This salad is appreciated by everyone because of its unique blend of flavors."

     Prep Time:    Cook Time    Ready in:
      20 Min               10 Min           30 Min

    Ingredients

• 2 (3 ounce) packages ramen noodles, crushed
• 1 cup blanched slivered almonds
• 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1 head napa cabbage, shredded
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

        Directions

1. In a medium skillet over low heat brown ramen noodles, almonds, and sesame seeds with melted butter or margarine. Once browned, take off heat and cool.
2. In a small saucepan bring vegetable oil, sugar, and vinegar to boil for 1 minute. Cool. Add soy sauce.
3. In a large bowl , combine shredded napa cabbage and chopped green onions. Add the noodle and soy sauce mixture. Toss to coat. Serve.

       Nutritional Information

        Amount Per Serving  Calories: 309 | Total Fat: 26.8g | Cholesterol: 24mg

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Chinese Fish

"'A Chinese friend gave me this recipe for flavorful fish,' writes Ruth Solyntjes of Waterville, Minnesota. 'She didn't know U.S. measurements, so I'd hold up a plastic teaspoon and as, 'How much?' for each ingredient she used.'"

Prep Time:    Cook Time:   Ready In:
5 Min                10Min           15 Min

  

     Ingredients

• 4 fresh or frozen orange roughy fillets (6 ounces each), thawed
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 cup water
• 1/3 cup sliced green onions
• 2 teaspoons cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
• 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

      Directions

1. In a large nonstick skillet, cook fish in canola oil for 2 minutes. Turn and cook 2 minutes longer. Add the next nine ingredients. Cover and simmer for 4 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Sprinkle with sesame oil.

      Footnotes

• Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals 160 calories, 5 g fat (trace saturated fat), 34 mg cholesterol, 355 mg sodium, 2 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 25 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat.

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Tandoori Fish

   Prep Time:       Cook Time:       Ready In:
     10 Min                14 Min                4 Hur 27 Min

    

       Ingredients

• 1/3 cup vinegar
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon ground coriander
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 pounds thick catfish fillets, cut into large chunks

      Directions

1. Blend the vinegar, garlic, ginger, salt, cayenne, coriander, cumin, and oil in a blender until you have a thick paste. Brush the fish chunks with the mixture to coat evenly and place in a shallow dish; pour the remaining marinade over the fish. Allow to marinate in refrigerator at least 4 hours.
2. Preheat the oven's broiler. Arrange the marinated fish in a broiler-safe dish, reserving the marinade.
3. Broil the fish under the preheated broiler on the oven's center rack for 10 minutes; turn the fish and brush with reserved marinade. Continue cooking until the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 7 minutes more. Serve hot

    Nutritional Information

     Amount Per Serving  Calories: 380 | Total Fat: 30.2g | Cholesterol: 71mg

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Spicy Oven Fried chicken

                    Prep Time:       Cook time:            Ready In
                       15 Min                  45 Min                 9 hur 

 

        Ingredients

• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup hot pepper sauce
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
• 1 cup dry bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

     Directions

1. In a medium bowl, mix the buttermilk and hot pepper sauce. Place chicken in the mixture to coat. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator 8 hours or overnight.
2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
3. In a separate medium bowl, mix dry bread crumbs, flour, onion powder, cornstarch, white sugar, garlic salt, salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Thoroughly coat the chicken in the bread crumb mixture.
4. Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat, and cook chicken 5 to 7 minutes on each side, until lightly browned.
5. Transfer chicken to a medium baking dish, and bake in the preheated oven 30 minutes, until no longer pink and juices run clear.

      FOOTNOTE

• The nutrition data for this recipe includes information for the full amount of the marinade ingredients. Depending on marinating time, ingredients, cooking method, etc., the actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

     Nutritional Information

       Amount Per Serving  Calories: 394 | Total Fat: 10.6g | Cholesterol: 71mg

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Baked BBQ Fried chicken

    preper time:         Cook Time:    Ready in:  

     30min                       1 Hr            1 hr 30min

   

      Ingredients

• 3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons salt
• 2 tablespoons black pepper
• 6 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup salt
• 5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons dry mesquite flavored seasoning mix
• 4 cups oil for frying, or as needed
• 1 teaspoon butter
• 1 (12 ounce) bottle barbecue sauce

   Directions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, water, milk, 2 tablespoons salt, and 2 tablespoons pepper with a fork until smooth. In another large bowl, stir together the flour, 1/4 cup salt, 5 teaspoons pepper, garlic, and mesquite seasoning.
2. Fill a large heavy skillet or wok halfway full with oil. Heat to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C). Use a fork to pick up one chicken strip at a time, and dip it into the egg mixture, then into the flour mixture, back into the egg mixture, and into the flour mixture again. Place coated strips into the hot oil to fry. Do not over crowd, just cook in batches. Once chicken is browned on one side, flip over, and brown on the other side.
3. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Butter one 12x20 inch glass baking dish, or two 9x13 inch baking dishes. Pour enough barbeque sauce into the dish to coat the bottom. Arrange fried chicken strips in rows in the prepared dish. Pour remaining sauce over the top.
4. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until the sauce is caramelized onto the chicken. 

 

       Nutritional Information

       

          Amount Per Serving  Calories: 568 | Total Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 119mg

 

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Garlic Chicken Fried chicken

"This actually uses my breading for Chicken Fried Steak---my husband suggested we try it with chicken breasts, and it was delicious!"

               Prep Time:     cook Time:    Ready in:
                  20 Min              15 Min             35Min

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons garlic powder, or to taste
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded thin
• 1 cup oil for frying, or as needed

Directions

1. In a shallow dish, mix together the garlic powder, pepper, salt, paprika, bread crumbs and flour. In a separate dish, whisk together the milk and egg.
2. Heat the oil in an electric skillet set to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Dip the chicken into the egg and milk, then dredge in the dry ingredients until evenly coated.
3. Fry chicken in the hot oil for about 5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. Remove from the oil with a slotted spatula, and serve. 

  

     Footnotes

• We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

     Nutritional Information

      Amount Per Serving  Calories: 391 | Total Fat: 11.4g | Cholesterol: 123mg

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