Pectin is a water-soluble fiber, yes it is a fiber. When it is dissolved in the body it becomes a sticky and jelly like. It is in the same league as antioxidants our protectors, only pectin binds to harmful substances to prevent abortions. All you diabetics out there look into how pectin can help you in your fight with diabetes. I found out when I eat a moderate amount of foods containing pectin I feel full faster. Apples, blackberries, plums, oranges, grapefruits, some veggies contain good amounts of pectin peaches are low. Get as much of this naturally because it is used on a large scale to obtain that jellied affect to foods. This can bring other additives that we do not want. Mix and match your foods, add the fruits that are high in pectin with ones that are low. If you cannot tolerate fruit skins any more, peel and keep them together in the freezer. When you have your next bowl of cereal, or need a perfect garnish for a dessert pull your skins out steam with water and some flavors and sweetener, find away to use the juice from the steaming also.
The following is a high pectin breakfast
Cooked oatmeal/caramel sliced apples/low fat cream
Cooked egg
Oat toast/jam
Low fat milk
Slice oranges/blackberries
So many times we eat foods just because they taste great, and we like the smell, or just for the delicious garnishes they have. The reasons to eat certain foods can go on and on. It is time that we not only enjoy a food but know what nutrients make the food good and healthy. Our aim must be for health first and desires second. There is a large market to sell tasty fast foods, but the health foods are not so large. I found out a long time ago I had to reverse my way of thinking and dealing with what food choices are best for me. It didn't take to long because my health showed me.
Enjoy and remember try all kinds of ways to obtain a healthy happy meal planner.
Use the recipe books I offer they can help you along the road to happier health.
