Nutrition for Tennis Players

Eat Spicy Food and Live Longer

By Ruth Frechman

Ruth Frechman, MA, RDN, CPT owner of "On the Weigh" is a nationally recognized registered dietitian nutritionist with over 20 years of experience, helping people just like you achieve their health and fitness goals.

If you like your food hot and spicy, you may live longer. Recent research showed that people who ate spicy food three to five times a week lived longer. Vegetables and spices contain lots of phytonutrients. Capsaicin is a phytonutrient found in chili peppers known to reduce inflammation and to contain antibacterial properties. Fresh may be better than dried spices, but both are beneficial.

To add some heat to your menu, try this Indian recipe for Aloo Gobi
1 medium head cauliflower
½ large onion (1½ cups)
5-7 Yukon yellow potatoes (6 cups)
2-3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4-5 tablespoons olive oil
1 – 1½ cups vegetable stock
3 tablespoons of your favorite curry powder
½ teaspoon dried chili pepper
1 teaspoon ground ginger or minced fresh
½ teaspoon dried chili pepper
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup cilantro, chopped

Cut up cauliflower and potatoes into medium chunks. Slice onion into ¼ inch thick wedges. Heat large fry pan or wok. Add 4 tablespoons oil and 2 tablespoons butter. When oil is hot, add potatoes. Cook over medium high heat 12-15 minutes until potatoes are lightly browned and tender on the inside. Add onions and cook 4 minutes. Add cauliflower, curry, chili pepper and ginger. If too dry, add 1 more tablespoon of butter and 1 more tablespoon of olive oil. Stir and cook for 4 minutes. Stir in salt and cook another 2-5 minutes. Add 1 cup vegetable stock. If too dry, add ½ cup more. Cook over medium low heat until blended. Cauliflower will be slightly crunchy. Top with cilantro. Makes 10 cups. Serve with Naan.

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Cheers!

Ruth Frechman

Ruth Frechman is a national media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and is frequently quoted in publications and magazines, and is often seen and heard on radio and national television. Ruth has been an active nutrition leader in the Burbank community and has coordinated numerous nutrition programs, fairs, and events in Burbank for over 20 years.
Communicating nutrition messages to the public with energy and enthusiasm is what she does best. She is passionate about being a good role model and instilling healthy eating habits along with encouraging physical activity in men, women and children.

2014 California Dietetic Association Award for Excellence in Private Practice, Business, Communication
Professional Affiliations:
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics National Media Spokesperson
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics - Member of (SCAN) Sports, Cardiovascular and Wellness Nutritionists
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
California Dietetic Association, Los Angeles District
Licensed Shapedown Provider
Past Clean Eating Magazine, Advisory Board
Toastmasters International, Rising Star Club 1653
Independent Writers of Southern California
Book Publicists of Southern California
Independent Book Publishers Association
Greater Los Angeles Writers Society

Learn more about Ruth at www.RuthFrechman.com