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How to cook amaranth porridge, produced by registered dietitians. Amanranth seeds are not only high in fiber but they are a good protein source as well. If you are looking to change up your regular oatmeal breakfast routine, then check out this easy-to-make, nutritious alternative.



For the full nutritional breakdown of amanranth, read this article from dietitians - You Can Cook Amanranth Porridge.







 

In this video, you will hear our Editor-in-Chief, Gloria Tsand, RD, interview Dawn Jackson Blatner. Topic of discussion is the Grapefruit Active Lifestyle Meal Plan meant for the active person.







 

Listen to heart health expert Dr Janet Brill on foods that can prevent a second heart attack.



Host: Gloria Tsang, RD

Guest: Janet Bond Brill, Ph.D, RD, LDN



Are you one of the 13 million heart attack survivors in America?  What can you do to prevent a second heart attack? Dietitian Dr Janet Brill, author of the book Prevent A Second Heart Attack, discusses some hot topics regarding heart attack prevention, and natural heart-healthy foods you can incorporate to your diet.







 

In this You Can Cook episode, we shine the spotlight on wheat berries, which are the whole grains that are used to make wheat flours. In North America, we consume such a variety of products made with wheat flour, but to get the full benefits of the whole grain, wheat berries are the way to go. Think of wheat berries as the least processed edible form of wheat.



The main thing to remember when it comes to cooking wheat berries is that they do take a longer time on the stove. Before you start, first rinse the grain under running water until the water runs clear. Add them to a pot of boiling water and stir. Once the water starts to boil again, turn the heat down to low and let it simmer covered for 45 minutes to 1 hour. ½ cup raw wheat berries will yield 1 1/8 cups cooked. Once done, wheat berries are a hearty addition to any salads or soups.

It is time to shine the spotlight on a whole grain often found in bird seed! More than just bird’s food, gluten-free millet is actually a generic name assigned to many types of small-seeded annual grasses, that have been grown in various parts of the world dating back thousands of years.



Pre-toasting millet before cooking improves its flavor and texture. To pretoast, put millet in a skillet over medium heat with no cooking oil, stir frequently for a few minutes until the seeds turn golden brown,and give a pleasant nutty aroma.



Place toasted millet in a pot with water, and bring to a boil on the stove. Once the water starts to boil, turn the heat down to low, and let it simmer covered for 20 to 30 minutes. ½ cup raw millet with yield 2 cups cooked. Doesn’t get easier than that!

This time around, we tackle a unique-looking grain with many names. Buckwheat, despite the name, is not actually related to wheat. In fact, this pyramid-shaped grain is related to rhubarb, which makes it a gluten-free choice. There are a few names for buckwheat - usually buckwheat groats or kasha, and a French name I just don’t dare to pronounce.



To cook buckwheat, you can use the raw groats, or you can use kasha, which is the pre-toasted version. Kasha will take less time to cook than the raw groats.



Place kasha in a pot with water, and bring to a boil on the stove. Once it starts to boil, turn the heat down to low, and let it simmer covered for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender. That’s it! Simple and quick!