Grilling or planning a barbeque? Lower Cancer Risks with These Tips Even though the smell of a barbeque probably gets your stomach rumbling, a recent study might make you think twice about indulging in a grilled feast. According to the Cancer Society in Atlanta discovered that study participants with the highest levels of red or processed meat intake were more likely to die in the next eight years. That led to a warning about eating too much red meat, a staple in any barbecue festivity. But you can reduce the risk of any cancer-causing agents by taking a few simple precautions. Grill Care Any good barbecue virtuoso knows that cleaning off the grill keeps it in tip-top shape. But scrubbing after each use can also stop chemicals from seeping into your food. It’s a fast way to prevent possible contamination. Before you put meat on the grill, sprinkle the latter with oil to stop burnt debris from sticking to your food. Getting Started Once you start grilling, make sure you cook food at lower temperatures. If you use coals, keep them away from your food. To save time and make sure your food cooks through you can also pre-cook some of the items in the oven or microwave. Also trim the fat from meat before cooking so you can avoid smoke filled with PAH, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons that can cause cancer. You can also add flavourful marinades to your meat to stop the formation of HCAs, also known as heterocyclic amines. Classified as carcinogens, these HCAs will up the cancer risks in meat cooking. These carcinogens can also come about when you char or burn meat so make sure you cook the meat all the way through and take it off the grill right when it’s ready. Mix Up the Offerings You don’t need just red meat at your barbecue – avoiding or limiting red and processed meat will be better for your body. Mix it up! Add fruits and vegetables to give your fare variety – and also to add the ingredients that can help you prevent cancer. Many fruits and vegetables taste delicious when grilled. If you’re looking for a healthier dessert, try grilling a few peaches and serving them with a side of vanilla ice cream as a refreshing summer treat. Also experiment with grilling fish, which is less fatty. Try grilled shrimp for tacos, salads or skewers. Most fish cooks faster than meat especially if you choose thinly sliced fish such as tilapia. Try these tips for something new and healthy for your next barbecue! facebook/Healthy.Living.A.Z
Posted on: Fri, 05 Jul 2013 03:44:24 +0000
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