{"id":1655,"date":"2015-08-17T15:48:29","date_gmt":"2015-08-17T12:48:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/hbne.co.il\/?p=1655"},"modified":"2019-11-05T13:53:26","modified_gmt":"2019-11-05T11:53:26","slug":"a-discerning-woman","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hbne.co.il\/?p=1655","title":{"rendered":"A Discerning Woman"},"content":{"rendered":"
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What a discerning woman I would be the second time around. In retrospect \u200eeverything becomes ever so simple. Frequently it is the spills, the mess-ups and \u200ethe blows that build us up to our extraordinary selves. I\u2019ve got bushels of advice \u200efor sale, but I am afraid it\u2019s worthless on the open market. Nobody wants my \u200ehand me downs\u2026\u200e<\/p>\n

Next time around I would do things differently\u2026\u200e<\/h2>\n

Aware that ambiguity lurks beyond the certainty of the badge, I would heed less \u200eand inquire more. I wouldn\u2019t tell you to drink your milk and finish the P\u2019s on \u200eyour plate merely because I was told that they were good for you.\u200e<\/p>\n

Protein Protein Protein<\/h2>\n

It is not an easy feat to understand how it came to be that protein, specifically \u200eanimal based protein, is so revered. \u200e<\/p>\n

The root of the word protein is found in the Greek \u201cproteios\u201d or of highest \u200eimportance.<\/p>\n

There are any number of reasons why animal based protein has \u200ebecome \u201cThe Ultimate Protein\u201d. These include but are not limited to:\u200e<\/p>\n

The Complete Protein
\nMisinformation
\nErroneous Publications
\nDisproportionate Power<\/p>\n

The Complete Protein<\/h2>\n

Protein, one of the three macronutrients required (protein, fat, carbohydrate) by \u200eour body, is composed of twenty different amino acid chains (compounds of \u200ecarbon, hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen atoms). Eight of these twenty are \u200eessential and must be obtained via food sources as the human body is incapable \u200eof synthesizing them. The remaining fourteen are nonessential and can be \u200esynthesized within our bodies.\u200e<\/p>\n

As all animal based proteins contain each of the twenty different amino acid \u200echains, both the essential and the nonessential ones, they are known as \u200ecomplete proteins. Animal based protein closely resembles our own such that it \u200eis traditionally revered as the king of all proteins. That being said, there are \u200ecomplete proteins within the plant kingdom including: quinoa, buckwheat, \u200ehemp, chia seeds, soy, chlorella, spirulina, bee pollen, maca, and goji berries. \u200e<\/p>\n

Although most of the plant based protein is incomplete, a well-rounded whole \u200efood plant based diet will provide the essential amino acids and our body will \u200esynthesize the rest.\u200e<\/p>\n

Within the animal based protein, the egg is considered to be the gold standard \u200eor of the highest quality with milk coming in second place.\u200e<\/p>\n

The biological value is the standard by which the quality of the protein is \u200emeasured. Its value measures the efficiency of the rate of growth or how much \u200eof the protein is utilized by the body. For comparison, the biological value of \u200ean egg is 0.99, milk 0.85 and rice 0.70.\u200e<\/p>\n

But is a high biological value necessarily a good thing?\u200e<\/h3>\n

A baby calf doubles its size in just 45 days while a human baby doubles its size \u200ein 180 days. The gap in years between the onset of maturity in cattle and \u200ehumans is just as wide. \u200e<\/p>\n

A calf thrives on its mother\u2019s milk. Could it be that the magnificent biological \u200evalue of cow\u2019s milk may not be so magnificent for a human?\u200e<\/p>\n

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When I grow up I want to be a cow\u2026<\/h2>\n

On second thought, perhaps this superb \u200ebiological efficiency is not for me: no supersizing for me please\u2026\u200e\u200e<\/strong><\/p>\n

An efficient rate of growth provides extremely fertile soil for the growth of \u200ecancerous cells. It is not a pretty picture we are painting\u2026\u200e<\/p>\n

A Love Affair with Protein<\/h2>\n
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Since the discovery of protein in 1838 by Gerardus Mulder, much effort has \u200ebeen invested to discover the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) of protein. \u200eCarl von Voit, a German physiologist, found the average intake of German \u200eworkers to be 3100 calories and recommended a daily intake of 118 grams of \u200eprotein. At the same time European and American authorities conducted their \u200eown research and made recommendations of upwards of 100 grams of protein \u200eper day.\u200e<\/p>\n

All studies were conducted amongst the relatively affluent working classes. \u200eNone were conducted within the less affluent communities, nor did the research \u200eventure further than Europe and North America to areas where traditionally \u200ethere was markedly less consumption of animal based protein. Thus it came to \u200epass that the RDA for protein was set at a level considerably higher than the \u200ebody\u2019s true needs.\u200e<\/p>\n

Misinformation<\/h2>\n

More than one hundred years ago, Professor Russell Chittenden at Yale \u200eUniversity had a hunch that the RDA for protein was too high. He believed that \u200eour high intake of protein was more a reflection of our affluence rather a \u200especific biological need. Furthermore, he was convinced that a high protein diet \u200ewas unhealthy: excess protein would create toxic crystal build up in the liver \u200eand the kidneys.\u200e<\/p>\n

Professor Chittenden decided to do some studies of his own. He began by \u200emaking alterations to his diet. He cut his protein intake by \u2154. He ate but 40 \u200egrams of protein per day.\u200e<\/p>\n

During his nine month experiment, he continued with his normal activity level. \u200eHis weight dropped from 65 to 58 kilograms. His arthritis ridden knees gave him \u200eno more pain; he had fewer headaches and his stomachaches had all but \u200edisappeared.\u200e<\/p>\n

To further test his theories he set up three separate studies. These studies \u200eencompassed a group of university employees, a group of soldiers and a group of \u200eathletes. While all the test groups aided in validating his theory, the results \u200eamongst the sportsmen were most impressive. The sportsmen lowered their \u200eprotein intake to just 64 grams and were able to improve their athletic prowess \u200eby a whopping 35%! Chittenden concluded that a daily intake of just 35-50 \u200egrams of protein would more than suffice our needs.\u200e<\/p>\n

Erroneous Publications<\/h2>\n

Frances Moore Lappe\u2019 published her popular book Diet for a Small Planet in \u200e\u200e1971. In her book, she promoted the idea of food combining: as a solution to \u200ecreate a complete source of protein for a vegan diet. Thus, for example, \u200ecombining rice with lentils at one meal would compensate for the incomplete \u200eproteins being served.\u200e<\/p>\n

As it would be, this was incorrect information. A diverse whole foods plant-\u200ebased diet \u200eproviding all of the eight essential amino acids will suffice. Our \u200ebodies will have the building blocks to create any of the fourteen nonessential \u200eamino acids on their own. Her advice implied that one had to have extensive \u200escientific knowledge in order to create a vegan meal plan which would supply \u200eall of one\u2019s protein needs. Even today, the daunting concept of food combining \u200econtinues to inhibit many from adopting a vegan diet.\u200e<\/p>\n

Our body, in its infinite knowledge, can \u200ecombine the different amino acids \u200echains to synthesize exactly the \u200eproteins needed at any given moment. While it \u200eis true that the amino \u200eacid design of animal based proteins is the most similar to \u200ethose found within the human body, consumption of animal \u200ebased proteins will \u200eexceed by far the RDA for protein. This can lead to excessive body growth as \u200ewell as the promotion of a fertile turf \u200efor cancer growth. While consuming a \u200ewhole foods plant \u200ebased diet, it is impossible to stray from the RDA protein rate \u200eof \u200e\u200e8%-10% \u200e<\/p>\n

Disproportionate Power<\/h2>\n

Giant corporations control huge advertising budgets. In many countries \u200egovernments heavily subsidize the producers of various animal based proteins. \u200eSimply by supporting these industries and creating an artificially low price for \u200eanimal products, the demand for plant based foods decreases. Ultimately it is \u200eour health which pays the price. The power of these industries is all \u200eencompassing and at times filters down into our lives within publications, \u200eresearch studies and as lobbyists operating within various official committees.\u200e<\/p>\n

Our culture is rooted with an emphasis in animal protein. From the bacon and \u200eeggs starter via the milk \u200e\u200e\u201cpushing\u201d mother, to the \u201cmeat and potatoes\u201d father, \u200eanimal protein is seen as perhaps \u201cTHE\u201d essential \u200enutrient at our meals. \u200eMoreover, the animal protein industries are conglomerates with a vested \u200einterest \u200ein remaining a permanent fixture on our plates. \u200e<\/p>\n

Who shall challenge any core thread of our \u200ecultural fabric meets fierce \u200eopposition. Changing our core beliefs is challenging to say the least! \u200e<\/p>\n

Big and Strong!\u200e<\/h2>\n

Have you ever considered where an elephant finds its protein\u2026???\u200e<\/h3>\n

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I must say that in theory I love surprises. I especially enjoy creating and \u200eorganizing the perfect surprise for my family and loved ones. Honestly, when it \u200ecomes to being on the receiving end of a surprise, I am frequently disappointed.\u200e<\/p>\n

On Friday, hubby researched and orchestrated a surprise birthday meal for me. \u200eBefore making the final arrangements he checked in with me. He asked if I was \u200ecapable of attending a surprise dinner with an open mind\u2026\u200e<\/p>\n

I must say that I smelled a conspiracy brewing\u2026\u200e
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\nOff we went to the big city of Tel Aviv. Next stop the Nanuchka restaurant; the \u200efirst 100% vegan Georgian restaurant in Tel Aviv and in the World!\u200e<\/h3>\n

We parked close to the 30 Lilienblum Street address and discovered a roadworks \u200efront close to blocking a completely unpretentious building. The magic was not \u200elong in coming. There was no imagining what awaited inside\u2026\u200e<\/p>\n

Surprise! Gourmet Vegan Delights Ahead!\u200e<\/h2>\n

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Nanuchka is an eclectic delight on many fronts. \u200e<\/p>\n

The interior design of the restaurant is a delightful mix of furnishings and wall \u200eand table decorations. There is no set style; each table and chairs different from \u200ethe next nor is there any connection between one art piece and another. \u200e<\/p>\n

The menu selection was plentiful with mostly out of the ordinary surprises \u200eexclaiming \u201cPick Me!\u201d The waiters\u2019 recommendations were well received and \u200ewere always spot on! In a word it was a delight: both the food and the \u200eatmosphere. Of course the cr\u00e8me de la cr\u00e8me was having my family close to \u200eenjoy my birthday surprise.\u200e<\/p>\n

I am so deeply honored and grateful for the sweet efforts of hubby to find the \u200eperfect party table.<\/p>\n

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Todah Raba \u2013 Thank you \u2665\u200e<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

\u200e\u201cStronger Stronger Stronger\u201d\u200e<\/h2>\n

When our first born learn to ride a bike, Hubby would run alongside singing: \u200e\u200e\u201cStronger Stronger Stronger!\u201d He never could carry a tune but, till this day, this \u200echeer remains ingrained in our memory.\u200e<\/p>\n

Saturday it was my turn to sing our cheer: \u201cStronger Stronger Stronger!\u201d In \u200epreparation for our morning bike ride, I made my morning green shake using \u200ekale leaves and flax seed as excellent pre-ride protein energy sources. \u200e<\/p>\n

The cr\u00e8me de la cr\u00e8me of the pre-ride energy the fresh spirulina shot.\u200e<\/p>\n

Of course I was also armed with my trusty green steed!<\/p>\n

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How fortunate we were \u200ethat it was not hot\u2026 More precisely how fortunate were we to have yet another \u200edesert oasis with cool cool water to break intensity of the summers\u2019 heat. \u200e<\/p>\n

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When the heat became truly unbearable, the cool waters of the Zipporti Stream \u200ewere calling us in to play once again. I am not sure that without this oasis I \u200ewould have been able to complete our morning ride\u2026\u200e<\/p>\n

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We came home to a hot crock pot meal<\/a>. What a wonderful way to top of a great \u200eride with our ecliptic group from Alon Hagalil Mercaz Shetach! \u200e<\/p>\n

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Thank you and have a great week!\u200e<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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You tell your future! The power is ours!<\/a><\/h2>\n
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