42 The QUeeNS CoUrier •health • JANUARY 3, 2013 for breaking news visit www.queenscourier.com health s Ring in a healthier new year’s diet Maintaining a healthy diet is a popular New Year’s Chef Aaron McCargo Jr.’s “New You” Jumbo resolution for many of us, but for the nearly 400,000 Americans with kidney failure, eating right is actually Shrimp Scampi critical to well-being and survival. Ingredients: Without healthy kidneys, dialysis patients depend on 1 pound (16-20 count) peeled and deveined shrimp regular treatments to remove waste products from their 2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic blood. And for those treatments to be effective, these 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes patients must limit their intake of foods containing 1/2 teaspoon black pepper salt, potassium, phosphorus and saturated fats, includ- 1/4 cup fresh-squeezed lemon juice ing many foods generally considered healthy, such as 2 tablespoons white wine (low-sodium chicken oranges, tomatoes, beans and dairy products. stock may be substituted) But kidney failure doesn’t mean people can’t con- 2 tablespoons unsalted cold butter (cubed small) tinue to enjoy delicious meals with their families 1 tablespoon chopped parsley and friends. Fresenius Medical Care North America 1/4 cup flour (FMCNA) and Chef Aaron McCargo Jr., star of Food 1/4 cup canola oil Network’s “Big Daddy’s House,” are helping people Instructions: with kidney failure learn to use flavorful spices and 1. Heat half of the canola oil in large nonstick saute fresh ingredients to create meals for dialysis patients pan on medium high heat. that are healthy, flavorful and affordable. FMCNA, 2. In a large bowl, mix flour, black pepper, and red pep- the nation’s leading network of dialysis facilities, has leftover beef tacos to make a quesadilla, stew or a let- per flakes. Toss shrimp in flour mixture and coat evenly. partnered with McCargo to develop a variety of dial- tuce wrap). 3. Saute shrimp for approximately 3 to 5 minutes on ysis-friendly recipes, which are available at FMCNA’s • Mix it up. Eat a wide variety of healthy foods to each side in batches (use leftover oil as needed). online recipe center. keep your diet exciting. 4. Remove from pan and place on a plate or sheet To ring in 2013, Chef McCargo and FMCNA are • Use spices, not salt. Leave out salty ingredients, tray to rest. sharing a recipe for “New You” Jumbo Shrimp Scampi, and add fresh or dried herbs and spices to create more 5. Add to the same pan the garlic, wine, and lemon as well as tips for healthy, enjoyable eating. So whether bold flavors. juice; stir and cook until hot. It will start to boil in you’re on dialysis or just looking to add some nutri- • Skip the gadgets. Embrace one-pot cooking and about 4 to 6 minutes. tious new recipes to your diet, the New Year is the limit your utensils to save time on cleaning dishes. 6. Turn off heat, stir in cold butter in small amounts perfect time to get started. • Ask an expert. If you have kidney disease or anoth- until incorporated. Add shrimp back to pan with any Here are five tips to help dialysis patients - and er chronic disease, work with a dietitian to develop a drippings, along with parsley and toss or stir until coated. anyone else interested in improving their diet - make meal plan. 7. Serve and eat. healthy, great tasting meals part of their daily routine: For all of Chef McCargo’s dialysis-friendly recipes, Yield:Serves four. Each serving provides: 328 calories, 24 grams P about staying active and maintaining a healthy diet on potassium, 249 milligrams phosphorus, 172 milligrams sodiumprotein, 9 grams carbohydrate, 21 grams total fat, 5 grams saturatedfat, 0 grams trans fat, 188 milligrams cholesterol, 259 milligramsCompany&as well as fitness tips, videos and other informationouran• Be creative and save a buck. Look for recipes that you can turn into a whole new leftover meal (e.g., use dialysis, visit www.ultracare-dialysis.com. Courtesy BPT A NAME YOU CAN TRUST Happy New Year To All My Wonderful Clients And Friends We’re Having A Fabulous Post-Holiday Sale In the In the In the BOUTIQUE SPA SALON Up to 10% Off Color & Cut 60% Off All Packages Reg. $104 Now $90* Regular prices *Tuesday & Wednesday Only * All Offers Good January 1, 2013 thru February 28, 2013 North Shore Towers Arcade Level in Building 1 • 272-84 Grand Central Parkway • Floral Park Salon: (718) 423.8800MedSpa: (718) 225.4100Boutique: (718) 423.8989 www.pouranandco.com
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