Kerry McClure – Practical Wellness
March 18, 2015
Have you heard the term “nightshade” foods? Do you know what they are?
“Potatoes, tomatoes, sweet and hot peppers, eggplant, tomatillos, tamarios, pepinos, pimentos, paprika, and cayenne peppers are classified as nightshade foods.
A particular group of substances in these foods, called alkaloids, can impact nerve-muscle function and digestive function in animals and humans, and may also be able to compromise joint function. Because the amount of alkaloids is very low in nightshade foods when compared with other nightshade plants, health problems from nightshade foods may only occur in individuals who are especially sensitive to these alkaloid substances.
Since cooking only lowers alkaloid content of nightshade foods by about 40-50%, highly sensitive individuals may want to avoid this category of food altogether, while non-sensitive individuals may be able to eat these foods, especially in cooked form, without problem.” (source:http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=george&dbid=62)
Do you love salsa but are sensitive or allergic to nightshade foods?
Swapping mangoes for tomatoes lends a fresh, sweet taste to this dish. Here is a lovely recipe alternative for salsa! Enjoy!
Mango Salsa Recipe:
Serves 4 to 6
Ingredients:
1 mango, peeled, pitted, and cut into 1/4-inch pieces (about 2 cups)
1 small red onion, chopped
1/2 cup packed, fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1 serrano or jalapeno chile, minced (ribs & seeds removed for less heat, if desired)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Sea salt, to taste
Directions:
In a medium bowl, combine mango, onion, cilantro, chile, and lime juice. Season with salt to taste. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one night.
Serve with your favorite chips, a topper on fish, favorite veggies, on eggs, etc
Inspired by a recipe at www.wholeliving.com
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