Resveratrol Recipes? A Resveratrol Menu Featuring Itadori Tea
Saturday, September 19th, 2009
Dan R Morris asked:
I’ve noticed that quite a few people search for “resveratrol recipes”, which I believe to be quite odd. That’s likely because most people just don’t understand what resveratrol is and thus think you must be able to make it; therefore, there must be some good resveratrol recipes.
Well it happens to be very similar to Vitamin C, beta carotene and magnesium. (Ever hear of someone searching for Magnesium Recipes?) That’s right, resveratrol is a nutrient; it’s actually classified as an antioxidant and a phytonutrient (found in plants). You can’t make it any more than you can make a tall, cool glass of Vitamin A. However, you can put together a meal that’s high in resveratrol, and even one that is chock full of antioxidants.
So, your first recipe is for dinner. To get all the benefits of resveratrol without having to take a supplement, start with a Japanese knotweed salad (Japanese knotweed is a lot like rhubarb), and a glass of itadori tea (see the recipe below). Then follow that up with a peanut encrusted halibut, green beans and wild rice (peanuts are a great source as well), accompanied by a nice glass of red wine. Finally top the night off with a bowl of French Vanilla ice cream topped with blueberries and a piece of dark chocolate (both great sources). Then voila’ – you’ll have had more healthy antioxidants than most people do in a week.
Now if you’re talking about breakfast, start with a nice tall glass of cranberry or purple grape juice and chocolate chip pancakes topped with blueberries. (Cranberries are also a great source of resveratrol.) That will get your day started right.
ITADORI TEA RECIPE
1. Gather knotweed shoots, very young knotweed shoots make better tea. If you use tough knotweed stems, coarsely chop or break, using kitchen shears.
2. Cover with cold water, then bring to a boil. Reduce Heat and Simmer for 20 minutes.
3. Strain and add sugar to taste. Chill before serving.
4. Fresh Strawberries or crushed raspberries may be added (but aren’t necessary). Strain again to remove seeds.
I’ve noticed that quite a few people search for “resveratrol recipes”, which I believe to be quite odd. That’s likely because most people just don’t understand what resveratrol is and thus think you must be able to make it; therefore, there must be some good resveratrol recipes.
Well it happens to be very similar to Vitamin C, beta carotene and magnesium. (Ever hear of someone searching for Magnesium Recipes?) That’s right, resveratrol is a nutrient; it’s actually classified as an antioxidant and a phytonutrient (found in plants). You can’t make it any more than you can make a tall, cool glass of Vitamin A. However, you can put together a meal that’s high in resveratrol, and even one that is chock full of antioxidants.
So, your first recipe is for dinner. To get all the benefits of resveratrol without having to take a supplement, start with a Japanese knotweed salad (Japanese knotweed is a lot like rhubarb), and a glass of itadori tea (see the recipe below). Then follow that up with a peanut encrusted halibut, green beans and wild rice (peanuts are a great source as well), accompanied by a nice glass of red wine. Finally top the night off with a bowl of French Vanilla ice cream topped with blueberries and a piece of dark chocolate (both great sources). Then voila’ – you’ll have had more healthy antioxidants than most people do in a week.
Now if you’re talking about breakfast, start with a nice tall glass of cranberry or purple grape juice and chocolate chip pancakes topped with blueberries. (Cranberries are also a great source of resveratrol.) That will get your day started right.
ITADORI TEA RECIPE
1. Gather knotweed shoots, very young knotweed shoots make better tea. If you use tough knotweed stems, coarsely chop or break, using kitchen shears.
2. Cover with cold water, then bring to a boil. Reduce Heat and Simmer for 20 minutes.
3. Strain and add sugar to taste. Chill before serving.
4. Fresh Strawberries or crushed raspberries may be added (but aren’t necessary). Strain again to remove seeds.