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November 19, 2009

Could anyone use a ‘simple’ ranking system for the ‘overall’ nutritional content of various foods?

Filed under: Diet Fitness — Tags: , , — admin @ 7:36 am
A1 asked:


In trying to develop an easy way to ‘rank’ the total nutrition of various foods, I took the time to modify Dr. Joel Fuhrman’s ranking system and generated the list below.

My question is, does a list like this help any who might see this post?

For me ‘my’ list has helped me to stay focused on making better choices in my future than what I have made in my past.

Thanks for any insights anyone would offer or questions if this is confusing to anyone.

My best to whoever responds,
A1

Total of %DV’s/100-calories of Thiamin, Riboflaven, Niacin, Vit B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Zinc for ten items total.
596 | SPINACH,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/ SALT
571 | SPINACH,RAW
439 | CABBAGE,NAPA,COOKED
403 | CABBAGE,CHINESE (PAK-CHOI),CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
390 | ASPARAGUS,CKD,BLD,DRND
390 | MALABAR SPINACH,COOKED
381 | LETTUCE,COS OR ROMAINE,RAW
376 | TURNIP GRNS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
376 | PARSLEY,DRIED
374 | NEW ZEALAND SPINACH,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
373 | PARSLEY,RAW
351 | PUMPKIN LEAVES,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
349 | RICE BRAN,CRUDE [FLAWED DATA since vitamins and calories locked into insoluble fiber are not digestible.]
344 | MUSTARD GRNS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
343 | SPINACH,FRZ,CHOPD OR LEAF,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
339 | SPINACH,CND,NO SALT,SOLLIQUIDS
336 | CORIANDER LEAF,DRIED
324 | CHICKEN,LIVER,ALL CLASSES,CKD,PAN-FRIED
324 | PARSLEY,FREEZE-DRIED
320 | CORIANDER (CILANTRO) LEAVES,RAW
314 | SOY PROT ISOLATE,PROT TECHNOLOGIES INTERNATIONAL,PROPLUS
284 | BEEF,VAR MEATS BY-PRODUCTS,LIVER,CKD,BRSD
280 | OKRA,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
276 | BEANS,KIDNEY,MATURE SEEDS,SPROUTED,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
275 | COLLARDS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
273 | WHEAT BRAN,CRUDE [FLAWED DATA since vitamins and calories locked into insoluble fiber are not digestible.]
267 | ASPARAGUS,RAW
242 | PUMPKIN FLOWERS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
224 | KALE,SCOTCH,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
216 | CELERY,RAW
211 | BROCCOLI,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
201 | CAULIFLOWER,RAW
188 | GRAPE LEAVES,CND
186 | ALFALFA SEEDS,SPROUTED,RAW
184 | BROCCOLI,RAW
184 | SQUASH,SMMR,ZUCCHINI,INCL SKN,CKD,BLD,DRND,W/SALT
179 | BEANS,NAVY,MATURE SEEDS,SPROUTED,CKD,BLD,DRND,W/SALT
177 | GRAPE LEAVES,RAW
173 | BRUSSELS SPROUTS,FRZ,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
167 | CELERY,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
164 | LETTUCE,ICEBERG (INCL CRISPHEAD TYPES),RAW
149 | PEPPERS,SWT,GRN,RAW
143 | SAUERKRAUT,CND,LO NA
138 | PUMPKIN,RAW
136 | LEMONS,RAW,WITH PEEL
136 | TOMATOES,RED,RIPE,CKD
134 | MILK,NONFAT,FLUID,W/ VIT A (FAT FREE OR SKIM)
128 | BEEF,VAR MEATSBY-PRODUCTS,HEART,CKD,SIMMRD
127 | BEETS,RAW
126 | YOGURT,PLN,SKIM MILK,13 GRAMS PROT PER 8 OZ
124 | CABBAGE,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
123 | PUMPKIN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
123 | PEAS,GRN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
121 | MILK,NONFAT,FLUID,WO/ VIT A (FAT FREE OR SKIM)
121 | CUCUMBER,WITH PEEL,RAW
119 | MILK,DRY,NONFAT,REG,WO/ VIT A
119 | BEANS,SNAP,GRN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
113 | LENTILS,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
112 | COWPEAS,COMMON (BLKEYES,CRWDR,STHRN),MTURE,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
106 | BF,CHUCK,SHLDR CLOD,TOP CNTR ,STK,LN,0 FAT,SEL,CKD,GRLD
100 | LEMON PEEL,RAW
95 | TURKEY,FRYER-ROASTERS,BREAST,MEAT ONLY,CKD,RSTD
95 | TURNIPS,RAW
94 | CHICKEN,BROILERS OR FRYERS,BREAST,MEAT ONLY,CKD,RSTD
92 | SUNFLOWER SD KRNLS,DRIED
91 | CARROTS,RAW
89 | MULBERRIES,RAW
86 | CHICKEN,BROILERS OR FRYERS,LT MEAT,MEAT ONLY,CKD,RSTD
85 | BEANS,NAVY,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,W/SALT
85 | SOYBEANS,MATURE CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
82 | SALMON,PINK,CKD,DRY HEAT
81 | BEANS,KIDNEY,ALL TYPES,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
81 | BEEF,TENDERLOIN,LN,0FAT,CHOIC,CKD,BRLD
80 | SEEDS,FLAXSEED
77 | LIMA BNS,LRG,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
76 | FLATFISH (FLOUNDERSOLE SP),CKD,DRY HEAT
74 | CHICKEN,BROILERS OR FRYERS,BREAST,MEATSKN,CKD,RSTD
74 | STRAWBERRIES,RAW
73 | LEMONS,RAW,WITHOUT PEEL
72 | BLACKBERRIES,RAW
72 | MILK,WHL,3.25% MILKFAT
64 | ONIONS,RAW
63 | RASPBERRIES,RAW
62 | FISH,TILAPIA,CKD,DRY HEAT
61 | CORN,SWT,YEL,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
61 | OATS
61 | WHEAT,HARD RED SPRING
60 | PEANUTS,SPANISH,RAW
59 | ORANGE JUC,FRZ CONC,UNSWTND,UNDIL
58 | ORANGES,RAW,FLORIDA
58 | CHEESE,COTTAGE,LOWFAT,1% MILKFAT,NO NA
58 | EGG,WHL,CKD,HARD-BOILED
57 | ORANGE JUC,CND,UNSWTND
57 | PAPAYAS,RAW
56 | LOUIS RICH,TURKEY BREAST (OVEN RSTD,PORTION FAT FREE)
53 | MOLASSES [FLAWED DATA since high iron content is often metallic from iron production pots and toxic.]
52 | CEREALS,QUAKER,MOTHER’S INST OATMEAL (NON-FORTIFIED),DRY
50 | BANANAS,RAW
50 | POTATOES,BLD,CKD WO/ SKN,FLESH,WO/ SALT
50 | BURGER KING, WHOPPER, no cheese
49 | BARLEY FLOUR OR MEAL
46 | CHEESE,LOW-SODIUM,CHEDDAR OR COLBY
46 | SWEET POTATO,CKD,BLD,WO/ SKN
46 | PIZZA HUT 12 CHS PIZZA,THIN ‘N CRISPY CRUST
45 | RICE,BROWN,LONG-GRAIN,CKD
44 | PEACHES,RAW
42 | BRAZILNUTS,DRIED,UNBLANCHED
39 | PEANUT BUTTER,SMOOTH STYLE,W/SALT
38 | STOUFFER’S LN CUISINE CHICK VEG W/ VERMICELLI,FRZ ENTRÉE
38 | FAST FOODS,SUBMARINE SNDWCH,W/TUNA SALAD
31 | GRAPES,RED OR GRN (EURO TYPE,SUCH AS THOMPSON SEEDLESS),RAW
30 | BLUEBERRIES,RAW
27 | PLUMS,DRIED (PRUNES),UNCKD
27 | OLIVES,RIPE,CND (SMALL-EXTRA LRG)
26 | ICE CREAMS,VANILLA
26 | CEREALS RTE,KASHI GOLEAN CRUNCH! BY KELLOGG
24 | CRANBERRIES,RAW
24 | COOKIES,OATMEAL,COMMLY PREP,REG
23 | ICE CREAMS,FRENCH VANILLA,SOFT-SERVE
23 | CRANBERRY JUC,UNSWTND
23 | CANDIES,MASTERFOODS USA,SNICKERS BAR
22 | PIE,PUMPKIN,COMMLY PREP
22 | SPAGHETTI,DRY,UNENRICHED
22 | MACARONI,DRY,UNENRICHED
21 | COOKIES,SUGAR,PREP FROM RECIPE,MADE W/MARGARINE
20 | PEARS,RAW
19 | COOKIES,SUGAR,REFR DOUGH,BKD
19 | APPLES,RAW,WITH SKIN
19 | APPLE JUC,CND OR BTLD,UNSWTND,WO/ VIT C
18 | CANDIES,SWEET CHOCOLATE
10 | ALCOHOLIC BEV,BEER,LT,BUD LT
8 | CANDIES,MASTERFOODS USA,3 MUSKETEERS BAR
1 | BUTTER,WITH SALT
1 | ALCOHOLIC BEV,DISTILLED,WHISKEY,86 PROOF
0 | OIL,OLIVE,SALAD OR COOKING
0 | SUGARS,GRANULATED

Nutrient | 100%DV amounts
*Calcium | 1000 – mg
*Iron | 18 – mg
*Magnesium | 400 – mg
*Phosphorus | 1000 – mg
Potassium | 3500 – mg
Sodium | 2400 – mg
*Zinc | 15 – mg
Copper | 2 – mg
Manganese | 2 – mg
Selenium | 70 – mcg
Vit_C | 60 – mg
*Thiamine-VitB2 | 1.5 – mg
*Riboflavin-VitB3 | 1.7 – mg
*Niacin-VitB4 | 20 – mg
Pantothenic_acid-VitB6 | 10 – mg
*VitB6-Pyridoxine | 2 – mg
*Folate-VitB10 | 400 – mcg
PS2 – I posted ‘my_story’ and why I know what I know at:

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090922235820AArWxgX

PS3 – I currently feel that what Dr. Fuhrman MD teaches is the best nutritional information available in the nation.

http://www.diseaseproof.com/archives/cat-low-carb-high-protein.html

http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/vegetables-and-vegetable-products/2627/2
+
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspicedbid=43

http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcomp/search/

http://www.foodnews.org/index.php

Again, I hope you consider my mistakes and would not duplicate many of them, OK?
VitB12 | 6 – mcg
VitA | 250 – mcg
Vit E | 30 – mg
Vit K | 80 – mcg

* – Total of %DV’s/100-calories of Thiamin, Riboflaven, Niacin, Vit B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Zinc for these ten items.

By the way some of the items from Dr Fuhrman’s listing is given below. Unfortunately I could not use it since it is skewed to rank high glycemic fruits higher than lentils, which is much higher than ‘I’ think they should-be ranked, especially since I must not eat many fruits due to my past diabetes and present pruritus diseases. Also, my list can be used to make a good calculation of one’s combined %DV’s whenever the numbers are multiplied by a food’s calorie- amounts.

Dr. Fuhrman’s – Food Score Listing
i.e. the ANDI Scale – Aggregate Nutrient Density Index.

Kale1000
Watercress1000
Collards876
Spinach853
Bok Choy803
Brussels sprouts672
Swiss chard670
Arugula559
Radish554
Romaine452
Bean sprouts444
Red peppers420
Boston412
Broccoli376
Artichoke334
Cabbage329
Cauliflower295
Green Pepper295
Carrots273
Asparagus269
Strawberry245
Salsa236
Pomegranate juice193
Tomato187
Blackberries178
Plums157
Blueberries150
Raspberries145
Papaya118
Brazil nuts116
Oranges109
Cantaloupe100
Apple87
Peach84
Kidney Beans81
Green Beans80
Sweet Potato77
Soybeans77
Pineapple74
Salmon71
Tofu71
Lentils69
Walnuts63
Sunflwr Seeds62
Mango59
Oatmeal53
White Potato51
Shrimp51
Avocado38
Banana35
Corn35
Macadamia32
Chicken31
Whl Wht Brd31
Low Fat Yog.30
Eggs27
Feta Cheese26
Whole Milk25
Whole wheat pasta, cooked19
Plain Bagel18
Apple Juice17
Amer. Cheese17
Turkey, ground17
Cheese Pizza17
Roast Beef Sandwich, w/cheese16
Tuna Salad Sub Sandwich14
Cheeseburger, w/bun14
Pretzels13
French Fries12
Potato Chips12
Chicken Fillet Sandwich11
Blueberry Muffin10
Van. Ice. Crm.8
Beef Hot Dog8
Chocolate Cake7
Jelly Doughnut6
Olive oil2
Cola0.6
“ANDI scores are calculated by evaluating an extensive range of food factors, including vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, and antioxidants capacities, based on an equal number of calories for each food. After completing the calculations, foods are ranked on a numerical scale of 1 to 1000, with the highest nutrient foods given a score of 1000.” A complete description of how ANDI scores are calculated appears in Dr. Fuhrman’s two-book set, “Eat For Health.”

Compiled from:
http://www.peertrainer.com/diet/nutrient_density.html
AND
http://www2.eatrightamerica.com/library/category/default.aspx?article_id=587
OR
http://www2.eatrightamerica.com/store/products/Default.aspx?pid=1

I hope these efforts helps others to understand good choices.
A1
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PS1 – If anyone is interested this is the best diet plan I have been able to develop for myself since I became a 96% VEGAN:

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20091005174358AAgZawf
PS2 – I posted ‘my_story’ and why I know what I know at:

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090922235820AArWxgX

PS3 – I currently feel that what Dr. Fuhrman MD teaches is the best nutritional information available in the nation.

http://www.diseaseproof.com/archives/cat-low-carb-high-protein.html

http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/vegetables-and-vegetable-products/2627/2
+
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspicedbid=43

http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcomp/search/

http://www.foodnews.org/index.php

Again, I hope you consider my mistakes and would not duplicate many of them, OK?
Karl,

Yes – it averages out to be ~50% per nutrient per each 100 calories, with ten nutrients it is ~500%
Sooo, my list can be used to make a good calculation of one’s combined %DV’s whenever the numbers are multiplied by a food’s calorie- amounts. For instance, by eating 100 calories of boiled spinach would give me an approximated amount of 59.6 %DV for each of the ten nutrients. Or by eating 100 calories of boiled lentils would give me an approximated amount of 11.3 %DV for each of the ten nutrients. For me, using a list like this is a simple way of trying to get my %DV’s each day, so I need never be concerned about the efficacy of sometimes(?)-toxic synthetic supplements.

A1

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November 14, 2009

Could anyone else use a ‘Daily_Diet’ food ranking system for the ‘overall’ nutrition of various foods?

Filed under: Diet Fitness — Tags: , , — admin @ 2:33 am
A1 asked:


In trying to develop an easy way to ‘rank’ the total nutrition of various foods so I could more easily establish my daily nutritional plan, I took the time to modify Dr. Joel Fuhrman’s ranking system and generated the list below.

My question is; does this listing help anyone else who might review this post?

For me this listing has helped me to stay focused on making better choices in my future than what I have made in my past.

Thanks in advance for any insights anyone would offer, or questions if this is confusing to anyone.

My best to whoever responds,
AI

Numeric Total of %DV’s/100-calories for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Zinc for the ten items totalized.

596 | SPINACH,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/ SALT
571 | SPINACH,RAW
439 | CABBAGE,NAPA,COOKED
403 | CABBAGE,CHINESE (PAK-CHOI),CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
390 | ASPARAGUS,CKD,BLD,DRND
390 | MALABAR SPINACH,COOKED
381 | LETTUCE,COS OR ROMAINE,RAW
376 | TURNIP GRNS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
376 | PARSLEY,DRIED
374 | NEW ZEALAND SPINACH,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
373 | PARSLEY,RAW
351 | PUMPKIN LEAVES,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
349 | RICE BRAN,CRUDE [FLAWED DATA vitamins cals locked into insoluble fiber is not digestible.]
344 | MUSTARD GRNS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
343 | SPINACH,FRZ,CHOPD OR LEAF,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
339 | SPINACH,CND,NO SALT,SOLLIQUIDS
336 | CORIANDER LEAF,DRIED
324 | CHICKEN,LIVER,ALL CLASSES,CKD,PAN-FRIED
324 | PARSLEY,FREEZE-DRIED
320 | CORIANDER (CILANTRO) LEAVES,RAW
314 | SOY PROT ISOLATE,PROT TECHNOLOGIES INTERNATIONAL,PROPLUS
284 | BEEF,VAR MEATS BY-PRODUCTS,LIVER,CKD,BRSD
280 | OKRA,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
276 | BEANS,KIDNEY,MATURE SEEDS,SPROUTED,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
275 | COLLARDS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
273 | WHEAT BRAN,CRUDE [FLAWED DATA vitamins cals locked into insoluble fiber is not digestible.]
267 | ASPARAGUS,RAW
242 | PUMPKIN FLOWERS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
224 | KALE,SCOTCH,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
216 | CELERY,RAW
211 | BROCCOLI,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
201 | CAULIFLOWER,RAW
188 | GRAPE LEAVES,CND
186 | ALFALFA SEEDS,SPROUTED,RAW
184 | BROCCOLI,RAW
184 | SQUASH,SMMR,ZUCCHINI,INCL SKN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
179 | BEANS,NAVY,MATURE SEEDS,SPROUTED,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
177 | GRAPE LEAVES,RAW
173 | BRUSSELS SPROUTS,FRZ,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
167 | CELERY,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
164 | LETTUCE,ICEBERG (INCL CRISPHEAD TYPES),RAW
149 | PEPPERS,SWT,GRN,RAW
143 | SAUERKRAUT,CND,LO NA
138 | PUMPKIN,RAW
136 | LEMONS,RAW,WITH PEEL
136 | TOMATOES,RED,RIPE,CKD
128 | BEEF,VAR MEATSBY-PRODUCTS,HEART,CKD,SIMMRD
127 | BEETS,RAW
126 | YOGURT,PLN,SKIM MILK,13 GRAMS PROT PER 8 OZ
124 | CABBAGE,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
123 | PUMPKIN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
123 | PEAS,GRN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
121 | MILK,NONFAT,FLUID,WO/ VIT A (FAT FREE OR SKIM)
121 | CUCUMBER,WITH PEEL,RAW
119 | MILK,DRY,NONFAT,REG,WO/ VIT A
119 | BEANS,SNAP,GRN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
113 | LENTILS,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
112 | COWPEAS,COMMON (BLKEYES,CRWDR,STHRN),MTURE,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
106 | BF,CHUCK,SHLDR CLOD,TOP CNTR ,STK,LN,0 FAT,SEL,CKD,GRLD
100 | LEMON PEEL,RAW
95 | TURKEY,FRYER-ROASTERS,BREAST,MEAT ONLY,CKD,RSTD
95 | TURNIPS,RAW
94 | CHICKEN,BROILERS OR FRYERS,BREAST,MEAT ONLY,CKD,RSTD
92 | SUNFLOWER SD KRNLS,DRIED
91 | CARROTS,RAW
89 | MULBERRIES,RAW
86 | CHICKEN,BROILERS OR FRYERS,LT MEAT,MEAT ONLY,CKD,RSTD
85 | BEANS,NAVY,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
85 | SOYBEANS,MATURE CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
82 | SALMON,PINK,CKD,DRY HEAT
81 | BEANS,KIDNEY,ALL TYPES,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
81 | BEEF,TENDERLOIN,LN,0FAT,CHOIC,CKD,BRLD
80 | SEEDS,FLAXSEED
77 | LIMA BNS,LRG,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
76 | FLATFISH (FLOUNDERSOLE SP),CKD,DRY HEAT
74 | CHICKEN,BROILERS OR FRYERS,BREAST,MEATSKN,CKD,RSTD
74 | STRAWBERRIES,RAW
73 | LEMONS,RAW,WITHOUT PEEL
72 | BLACKBERRIES,RAW
72 | MILK,WHL,3.25% MILKFAT
64 | ONIONS,RAW
63 | RASPBERRIES,RAW
62 | FISH,TILAPIA,CKD,DRY HEAT
61 | CORN,SWT,YEL,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
61 | OATS
61 | WHEAT,HARD RED SPRING
60 | PEANUTS,SPANISH,RAW
59 | ORANGE JUC,FRZ CONC,UNSWTND,UNDIL
58 | ORANGES,RAW,FLORIDA
58 | CHEESE,COTTAGE,LOWFAT,1% MILKFAT,NO NA
58 | EGG,WHL,CKD,HARD-BOILED
57 | ORANGE JUC,CND,UNSWTND
57 | PAPAYAS,RAW
56 | LOUIS RICH,TURKEY BREAST (OVEN RSTD,PORTION FAT FREE)
53 | MOLASSES [FLAWED DATA high iron content is largely toxic metallic iron from production pots.]
52 | CEREALS,QUAKER,MOTHER’S INST OATMEAL (NON-FORTIFIED),DRY
50 | BANANAS,RAW
50 | POTATOES,BLD,CKD WO/ SKN,FLESH,WO/ SALT
50 | BURGER KING, WHOPPER, no cheese
49 | BARLEY FLOUR OR MEAL
46 | CHEESE,LOW-SODIUM,CHEDDAR OR COLBY
46 | SWEET POTATO,CKD,BLD,WO/ SKN
46 | PIZZA HUT 12 CHS PIZZA,THIN ‘N CRISPY CRUST
45 | RICE,BROWN,LONG-GRAIN,CKD
44 | PEACHES,RAW
42 | BRAZILNUTS,DRIED,UNBLANCHED
39 | PEANUT BUTTER,SMOOTH STYLE,W/SALT
38 | STOUFFER’S LN CUISINE CHICK VEG W/ VERMICELLI,FRZ ENTRÉE
38 | FAST FOODS,SUBMARINE SNDWCH,W/TUNA SALAD
31 | GRAPES,RED OR GRN (EURO TYPE,SUCH AS THOMPSON SEEDLESS),RAW
30 | BLUEBERRIES,RAW
27 | PLUMS,DRIED (PRUNES),UNCKD
27 | OLIVES,RIPE,CND (SMALL-EXTRA LRG)
26 | ICE CREAMS,VANILLA
26 | CEREALS RTE,KASHI GOLEAN CRUNCH! BY KELLOGG
24 | CRANBERRIES,RAW
24 | COOKIES,OATMEAL,COMMLY PREP,REG
23 | ICE CREAMS,FRENCH VANILLA,SOFT-SERVE
23 | CRANBERRY JUC,UNSWTND
23 | CANDIES,MASTERFOODS USA,SNICKERS BAR
22 | PIE,PUMPKIN,COMMLY PREP
22 | SPAGHETTI,DRY,UNENRICHED
22 | MACARONI,DRY,UNENRICHED
21 | COOKIES,SUGAR,PREP FROM RECIPE,MADE W/MARGARINE
20 | PEARS,RAW
20 | AVOCADOS,RAW,FLORIDA
19 | COOKIES,SUGAR,REFR DOUGH,BKD
19 | APPLES,RAW,WITH SKIN
19 | APPLE JUC,CND OR BTLD,UNSWTND,WO/ VIT C
18 | CANDIES,SWEET CHOCOLATE
11 | COCONUT CRM,RAW (LIQ EXPRESSED FROM GRATED MEAT)
10 | ALCOHOLIC BEV,BEER,LT,BUD LT
8 | CANDIES,MASTERFOODS USA,3 MUSKETEERS BAR
1 | BUTTER,WITH SALT
1 | ALCOHOLIC BEV,DISTILLED,WHISKEY,86 PROOF
0 | OIL,OLIVE,SALAD OR COOKING
0 | SUGARS,GRANULATED

Nutrient | 100%DV amounts
*Calcium | 1000 – mg
*Iron | 18 – mg
*Magnesium | 400 – mg
*Phosphorus | 1000 – mg
Potassium | 3500 – mg
Sodium | 2400 – mg
*Zinc | 15 – mg
Copper | 2 – mg
Manganese | 2 – mg
Selenium | 70 – mcg
Vit C | 60 – mg
*Thiamine-Vit B2 | 1.5 – mg
*Riboflavin-Vit B3 | 1.7 – mg
*Niacin-Vit B4 | 20 – mg
Pantothenic_acid-Vit B6 | 10 – mg
*Vit B6-Pyridoxine | 2 – mg
*Folate-Vit B10 | 400 – mcg
Vit B12 | 6 – mcg
Vit A | 250 – mcg
Vit E | 30 – mg
Vit K | 80 – mcg

* – Total of %DV’s/100-calories of Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Zinc for the ten items totalized.
Excerpts from Dr. Fuhrman’s listing are given below.

Dr. Fuhrman’s – Food Score Listing
i.e.
The ANDI Scale – Aggregate Nutrient Density Index

1000 | Kale
1000 | Watercress
876 | Collards
853 | Spinach
803 | Bok Choy
672 | Brussels sprouts
670 | Swiss chard
559 | Arugula
554 | Radish
452 | Romaine
444 | Bean sprouts
420 | Red peppers
412 | Boston lettuce
376 | Broccoli
334 | Artichoke
329 | Cabbage
295 | Cauliflower
295 | Green Pepper
273 | Carrots
269 | Asparagus
245 | Strawberry
236 | Salsa
193 | Pomegranate juice
187 | Tomato
178 | Blackberries
157 | Plums
150 | Blueberries
145 | Raspberries
118 | Papaya
116 | Brazil nuts
109 | Oranges
100 | Cantaloupe
87 | Apple
84 | Peach
81 | Kidney Beans
80 | Green Beans
80 | Green Beans
77 | Sweet Potato
77 | Soybeans
74 | Pineapple
71 | Salmon
71 | Tofu
69 | Lentils
63 | Walnuts
62 | Sunflower Seeds
59 | Mango
53 | Oatmeal
51 | White Potato
51 | Shrimp
38 | Avocado
35 | Banana
35 | Corn
32 | Macadamia
31 | Chicken
31 | Whole Wheat Bread
30 | Low Fat Yogurt
27 | Eggs
26 | Feta Cheese
25 | Whole Milk
19 | Whole wheat pasta, cooked
18 | Plain Bagel
17 | Apple Juice
17 | Amer. Cheese
17 | Turkey, ground
17 | Cheese Pizza
16 | Roast Beef Sandwich, w/cheese
14 | Tuna Salad Sub Sandwich
14 | Cheeseburger, w/bun
13 | Pretzels
12 | French Fries
12 | Potato Chips
11 | Chicken Fillet Sandwich
10 | Blueberry Muffin
8 | Van. Ice Cream
8 | Beef Hot Dog
7 | Chocolate Cake
6 | Jelly Doughnut
2 | Olive oil
0.6 | Cola

“ANDI scores are calculated by evaluating an extensive range of food factors, including vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, and antioxidants capacities, based on an equal number of calories for each food. After completing the calculations, foods are ranked on a numerical scale of 1 to 1000, with the highest nutrient foods given a score of 1000.” A complete description of how ANDI scores are calculated appears in Dr. Fuhrman’s two-book set, “Eat for Health.”
From Dr. Fuhrman’s two-book set, “Eat for Health,”the following are the considerations that were used to calculate Dr. Fuhrman’s “Nutrient Scoring Method,” that is currently patent pending. The %RDI’s for each calorie where calculated for those elements that are established, and were ‘estimated’ for those that are not established for each of the following elements: Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Zinc AND Caratenoids, Beta-Carotene, Alpha-Carotene, Lutein Zeaxanthin, Lycopene, Fiber, Glucosinolates Iron, Selenium, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, plus ORAC score X 2 (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity is a method of measuring the anti-oxidant capacity or radical scavenging capacity of foods.)
Unfortunately I could not use Dr. Fuhrman’s listing since it is skewed to rank high glycemic fruits higher than green beans, which is much higher than ‘I’ think they should-be ranked, especially since I must not eat fruits due to my past diabetes and present pruritus diseases. Also, my list can be used to make a good calculation of one’s combined %DV’s whenever the numbers are multiplied by a food’s calorie- amounts. For instance, by eating 100 calories of boiled spinach would give me an approximated amount of 59.6 %DV for each of the ten nutrients. Or by eating 100 calories of boiled lentils would give me an approximated amount of 11.3 %DV for each of the ten nutrients. For me, using a list like this is a simple way of trying to get my %DV’s each day so I need never be concerned about the efficacy of sometimes(?)- toxic synthetic supplements.
Readily verifiable nutritional research has shown that when people eat ALL their foods that have less micro-nutrition per calorie than whole milk, or approximately 72 percentage points per hundred calories, they will invariably become very sickly over time with various organ failures similar to what occurred to myself or anyone with pellagra scurvy or beriberi; while those who would eat considerable calories above that of sauerkraut at 143 percentage points from organic foods without added chemicals – these should remain the healthiest strongest and most productive for a lifetime. Also, from those who would develop pellagra scurvy or beriberi from diets of sweet-corn wheat-flour or polished-rice, their average percentage points per 100 calories consumed likely did not exceed 61.
Dr. Fuhrman’s listing compiled from:

http://www.peertrainer.com/diet/nutrient_density.html

AND

http://www2.eatrightamerica.com/library/category/default.aspx?article_id=587

OR

http://www2.eatrightamerica.com/store/products/Default.aspx?pid=1

I hope these efforts might have helped others.
A1
[(-:]

PS1 – I currently feel that what Dr. Fuhrman MD teaches is the best nutritional information available in the nation.

http://www.diseaseproof.com/archives/cat-low-carb-high-protein.html

http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/vegetables-and-vegetable-products/2627/2

http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspicedbid=43

http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcomp/search/

http://www.foodnews.org/index.php

turkey fryer

October 26, 2009

Could anyone use a ‘simple’ ranking system for the ‘overall’ nutritional content of various foods?

Filed under: Diet Fitness — Tags: , , — admin @ 2:14 am
A1 asked:


In trying to develop an easy way to ‘rank’ the total nutrition of various foods, I took the time to modify Dr. Joel Fuhrman’s ranking system and generated the list below.

My question is, does a list like this help any who might see this post?

For me ‘my’ list has helped me to stay focused on making better choices in my future than what I have made in my past.

Thanks for any insights anyone would offer or questions if this is confusing to anyone.

My best to whoever responds,
A1

Total of %DV’s/100-calories of Thiamin, Riboflaven, Niacin, Vit B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Zinc for ten items total.
596 | SPINACH,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/ SALT
571 | SPINACH,RAW
439 | CABBAGE,NAPA,COOKED
403 | CABBAGE,CHINESE (PAK-CHOI),CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
390 | ASPARAGUS,CKD,BLD,DRND
390 | MALABAR SPINACH,COOKED
381 | LETTUCE,COS OR ROMAINE,RAW
376 | TURNIP GRNS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
376 | PARSLEY,DRIED
374 | NEW ZEALAND SPINACH,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
373 | PARSLEY,RAW
351 | PUMPKIN LEAVES,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
349 | RICE BRAN,CRUDE [FLAWED DATA since vitamins and calories locked into insoluble fiber are not digestible.]
344 | MUSTARD GRNS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
343 | SPINACH,FRZ,CHOPD OR LEAF,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
339 | SPINACH,CND,NO SALT,SOLLIQUIDS
336 | CORIANDER LEAF,DRIED
324 | CHICKEN,LIVER,ALL CLASSES,CKD,PAN-FRIED
324 | PARSLEY,FREEZE-DRIED
320 | CORIANDER (CILANTRO) LEAVES,RAW
314 | SOY PROT ISOLATE,PROT TECHNOLOGIES INTERNATIONAL,PROPLUS
284 | BEEF,VAR MEATS BY-PRODUCTS,LIVER,CKD,BRSD
280 | OKRA,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
276 | BEANS,KIDNEY,MATURE SEEDS,SPROUTED,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
275 | COLLARDS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
273 | WHEAT BRAN,CRUDE [FLAWED DATA since vitamins and calories locked into insoluble fiber are not digestible.]
267 | ASPARAGUS,RAW
242 | PUMPKIN FLOWERS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
224 | KALE,SCOTCH,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
216 | CELERY,RAW
211 | BROCCOLI,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
201 | CAULIFLOWER,RAW
188 | GRAPE LEAVES,CND
186 | ALFALFA SEEDS,SPROUTED,RAW
184 | BROCCOLI,RAW
184 | SQUASH,SMMR,ZUCCHINI,INCL SKN,CKD,BLD,DRND,W/SALT
179 | BEANS,NAVY,MATURE SEEDS,SPROUTED,CKD,BLD,DRND,W/SALT
177 | GRAPE LEAVES,RAW
173 | BRUSSELS SPROUTS,FRZ,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
167 | CELERY,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
164 | LETTUCE,ICEBERG (INCL CRISPHEAD TYPES),RAW
149 | PEPPERS,SWT,GRN,RAW
143 | SAUERKRAUT,CND,LO NA
138 | PUMPKIN,RAW
136 | LEMONS,RAW,WITH PEEL
136 | TOMATOES,RED,RIPE,CKD
134 | MILK,NONFAT,FLUID,W/ VIT A (FAT FREE OR SKIM)
128 | BEEF,VAR MEATSBY-PRODUCTS,HEART,CKD,SIMMRD
127 | BEETS,RAW
126 | YOGURT,PLN,SKIM MILK,13 GRAMS PROT PER 8 OZ
124 | CABBAGE,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
123 | PUMPKIN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
123 | PEAS,GRN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
121 | MILK,NONFAT,FLUID,WO/ VIT A (FAT FREE OR SKIM)
121 | CUCUMBER,WITH PEEL,RAW
119 | MILK,DRY,NONFAT,REG,WO/ VIT A
119 | BEANS,SNAP,GRN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
113 | LENTILS,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
112 | COWPEAS,COMMON (BLKEYES,CRWDR,STHRN),MTURE,CKD,BLD,WO/S…
106 | BF,CHUCK,SHLDR CLOD,TOP CNTR ,STK,LN,0 FAT,SEL,CKD,GRLD
100 | LEMON PEEL,RAW
95 | TURKEY,FRYER-ROASTERS,BREAST,MEAT ONLY,CKD,RSTD
95 | TURNIPS,RAW
94 | CHICKEN,BROILERS OR FRYERS,BREAST,MEAT ONLY,CKD,RSTD
92 | SUNFLOWER SD KRNLS,DRIED
91 | CARROTS,RAW
89 | MULBERRIES,RAW
86 | CHICKEN,BROILERS OR FRYERS,LT MEAT,MEAT ONLY,CKD,RSTD
85 | BEANS,NAVY,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,W/SALT
85 | SOYBEANS,MATURE CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
82 | SALMON,PINK,CKD,DRY HEAT
81 | BEANS,KIDNEY,ALL TYPES,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
81 | BEEF,TENDERLOIN,LN,0FAT,CHOIC,CKD,BRLD
80 | SEEDS,FLAXSEED
77 | LIMA BNS,LRG,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
76 | FLATFISH (FLOUNDERSOLE SP),CKD,DRY HEAT
74 | CHICKEN,BROILERS OR FRYERS,BREAST,MEATSKN,CKD,RSTD
74 | STRAWBERRIES,RAW
73 | LEMONS,RAW,WITHOUT PEEL
72 | BLACKBERRIES,RAW
72 | MILK,WHL,3.25% MILKFAT
64 | ONIONS,RAW
63 | RASPBERRIES,RAW
62 | FISH,TILAPIA,CKD,DRY HEAT
61 | CORN,SWT,YEL,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
61 | OATS
61 | WHEAT,HARD RED SPRING
60 | PEANUTS,SPANISH,RAW
59 | ORANGE JUC,FRZ CONC,UNSWTND,UNDIL
58 | ORANGES,RAW,FLORIDA
58 | CHEESE,COTTAGE,LOWFAT,1% MILKFAT,NO NA
58 | EGG,WHL,CKD,HARD-BOILED
57 | ORANGE JUC,CND,UNSWTND
57 | PAPAYAS,RAW
56 | LOUIS RICH,TURKEY BREAST (OVEN RSTD,PORTION FAT FREE)
53 | MOLASSES [FLAWED DATA since high iron content is often metallic from iron production pots and toxic.]
52 | CEREALS,QUAKER,MOTHER’S INST OATMEAL (NON-FORTIFIED),DRY
50 | BANANAS,RAW
50 | POTATOES,BLD,CKD WO/ SKN,FLESH,WO/ SALT
50 | BURGER KING, WHOPPER, no cheese
49 | BARLEY FLOUR OR MEAL
46 | CHEESE,LOW-SODIUM,CHEDDAR OR COLBY
46 | SWEET POTATO,CKD,BLD,WO/ SKN
46 | PIZZA HUT 12 CHS PIZZA,THIN ‘N CRISPY CRUST
45 | RICE,BROWN,LONG-GRAIN,CKD
44 | PEACHES,RAW
42 | BRAZILNUTS,DRIED,UNBLANCHED
39 | PEANUT BUTTER,SMOOTH STYLE,W/SALT
38 | STOUFFER’S LN CUISINE CHICK VEG W/ VERMICELLI,FRZ ENTRÉE
38 | FAST FOODS,SUBMARINE SNDWCH,W/TUNA SALAD
31 | GRAPES,RED OR GRN (EURO TYPE,SUCH AS THOMPSON SEEDLESS),RAW
30 | BLUEBERRIES,RAW
27 | PLUMS,DRIED (PRUNES),UNCKD
27 | OLIVES,RIPE,CND (SMALL-EXTRA LRG)
26 | ICE CREAMS,VANILLA
26 | CEREALS RTE,KASHI GOLEAN CRUNCH! BY KELLOGG
24 | CRANBERRIES,RAW
24 | COOKIES,OATMEAL,COMMLY PREP,REG
23 | ICE CREAMS,FRENCH VANILLA,SOFT-SERVE
23 | CRANBERRY JUC,UNSWTND
23 | CANDIES,MASTERFOODS USA,SNICKERS BAR
22 | PIE,PUMPKIN,COMMLY PREP
22 | SPAGHETTI,DRY,UNENRICHED
22 | MACARONI,DRY,UNENRICHED
21 | COOKIES,SUGAR,PREP FROM RECIPE,MADE W/MARGARINE
20 | PEARS,RAW
19 | COOKIES,SUGAR,REFR DOUGH,BKD
19 | APPLES,RAW,WITH SKIN
19 | APPLE JUC,CND OR BTLD,UNSWTND,WO/ VIT C
18 | CANDIES,SWEET CHOCOLATE
10 | ALCOHOLIC BEV,BEER,LT,BUD LT
8 | CANDIES,MASTERFOODS USA,3 MUSKETEERS BAR
1 | BUTTER,WITH SALT
1 | ALCOHOLIC BEV,DISTILLED,WHISKEY,86 PROOF
0 | OIL,OLIVE,SALAD OR COOKING
0 | SUGARS,GRANULATED

* – Total of %DV’s/100-calories of Thiamin, Riboflaven, Niacin, Vit B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Zinc for these ten items.

Nutrient | 100%DV amounts
*Calcium | 1000 – mg
*Iron | 18 – mg
*Magnesium | 400 – mg
*Phosphorus | 1000 – mg
Potassium | 3500 – mg
Sodium | 2400 – mg
*Zinc | 15 – mg
Copper | 2 – mg
Manganese | 2 – mg
Selenium | 70 – mcg
Vit_C | 60 – mg
*Thiamine-VitB2 | 1.5 – mg
*Riboflavin-VitB3 | 1.7 – mg
*Niacin-VitB4 | 20 – mg
Pantothenic_acid-VitB6 | 10 – mg
*VitB6-Pyridoxine | 2 – mg
*Folate-VitB10 | 400 – mcg
VitB12 | 6 – mcg
VitA | 250 – mcg
Vit E | 30 – mg
Vit K | 80 – mcg
By the way, some of the items from Dr. Fuhrman’s Food Score Listing, or ANDI Scale (Aggregate Nutrient Density Index), is given below. Unfortunately many would not use the Dr’s list since it is skewed to rank high glycemic fruits higher than lentils, which is higher than they should-be ranked, especially since many should rarely eat fruits due to possible diabetes blood sugar spikes. Also, the above list can be used to make a quick calculation of one’s combined %DVs, whenever the %DVs are multiplied by a food item’s calorie- amounts. For instance, from eating 100 calories of boiled spinach would give an approximated amount of 59.6 %DV for each of the ten nutrients. Or from eating 100 calories of boiled lentils would give an approximated amount of 11.3 %DV for each of the ten nutrients. Using a list like this is a simple way to maximally attain one’s %DVs each day, while not needing to be overly concerned about the efficacy of ?sometimes?-toxic synthetic supplements or enrichments.
Dr. Fuhrman’s – Food Score Listing
i.e. the ANDI Scale – Aggregate Nutrient Density Index.

Kale 1000
Watercress 1000
Collards 876
Spinach 853
Bok Choy 803
Brussels sprouts 672
Swiss chard 670
Arugula 559
Radish 554
Romaine 452
Bean sprouts 444
Red peppers 420
Boston Lettuce 412
Broccoli 376
Artichoke 334
Cabbage 329
Cauliflower 295
Green Pepper 295
Carrots 273
Asparagus 269
Strawberry 245
Salsa 236
Pomegranate juice 193
Tomato 187
Blackberries 178
Plums 157
Blueberries 150
Raspberries 145
Papaya 118
Brazil nuts 116
Oranges 109
Cantaloupe 100
Apple 87
Peach 84
Kidney Beans 81
Green Beans 80
Sweet Potato 77
Soybeans 77
Pineapple 74
Salmon 71
Tofu 71
Lentils 69
Walnuts 63
Sunflwr Seeds 62
Mango 59
Oatmeal 53
White Potato 51
Shrimp 51
Avocado 38
Banana 35
Corn 35
Macadamia 32
Chicken 31
Whl Wht Brd 31
Low Fat Yog. 30
Eggs 27
Feta Cheese 26
Whole Milk 25
Whole wheat pasta, cooked 19
Plain Bagel 18
Apple Juice 17
Amer. Cheese 17
Turkey, ground 17
Cheese Pizza 17
Roast Beef Sandwich, w/cheese 16
Tuna Salad Sub Sandwich 14
Cheeseburger, w/bun 14
Pretzels 13
French Fries 12
Potato Chips 12
Chicken Fillet Sandwich 11
Blueberry Muffin 10
Van. Ice. Crm. 8
Beef Hot Dog 8
Chocolate Cake 7
Jelly Doughnut 6
Olive oil 2
Cola 0.6

“ANDI scores are calculated by evaluating an extensive range of food factors, including vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, and antioxidants capacities, based on an equal number of calories for each food. After completing the calculations, foods are ranked on a numerical scale of 1 to 1000, with the highest nutrient foods given a score of 1000.” A complete description of how ANDI scores are calculated appears in Dr. Fuhrman’s two-book set, “Eat For Health.”

Compiled from:
http://www.peertrainer.com/diet/nutrient_density.html

AND

http://www2.eatrightamerica.com/library/category/default.aspx?article_id=587

OR

http://www2.eatrightamerica.com/store/products/Default.aspx?pid=1
I hope these efforts helps others to understand good choices.
A1
[(-:]

PS1 – If anyone is interested this is the best diet plan I have been able to develop for myself since I became a 96% VEGAN:

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20091005174358AAgZawf

PS2 – I posted ‘my_story’ and why I know what I know at:

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090922235820AArWxgX

PS3 – I currently feel that what Dr. Fuhrman MD teaches is the best nutritional information available in the nation.

http://www.diseaseproof.com/archives/cat-low-carb-high-protein.html

http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/vegetables-and-vegetable-products/2627/2

http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspicedbid=43

http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcomp/search/

http://www.foodnews.org/index.php

Again, I hope you consider my mistakes and would not duplicate many of them, OK?

Caffeinated Content

October 25, 2009

Does anyone know of a simple ranking system for the overall nutrition of various foods?

Filed under: Diet Fitness — Tags: , , — admin @ 7:54 pm
A1 asked:


In trying to develop better ways for me to rank the nutrition of various foods, I took the time to modify Dr. Joel Fuhrman’s ranking system and generated the following list below.

My question is, does a ranking list like this help anyone besides myself, and perhaps other followers of Dr. Fuhrman’s work?

For me this list has helped me to stay focused on making better choices in my future than what I have made in my past.

Thanks for any insights anyone would offer or questions if this is confusing to anyone.

My best to whoever responds,
A1

Total of %DV’s/100-calories of Thiamin, Riboflaven, Niacin, Vit B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Zinc for ten items total.
596 | SPINACH,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/ SALT
571 | SPINACH,RAW
439 | CABBAGE,NAPA,COOKED
403 | CABBAGE,CHINESE (PAK-CHOI),CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
390 | ASPARAGUS,CKD,BLD,DRND
390 | MALABAR SPINACH,COOKED
381 | LETTUCE,COS OR ROMAINE,RAW
376 | TURNIP GRNS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
376 | PARSLEY,DRIED
374 | NEW ZEALAND SPINACH,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
373 | PARSLEY,RAW
351 | PUMPKIN LEAVES,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
349 | RICE BRAN,CRUDE [FLAWED DATA since vitamins and calories locked into insoluble fiber are not digestible.]
344 | MUSTARD GRNS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
343 | SPINACH,FRZ,CHOPD OR LEAF,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
339 | SPINACH,CND,NO SALT,SOLLIQUIDS
336 | CORIANDER LEAF,DRIED
324 | CHICKEN,LIVER,ALL CLASSES,CKD,PAN-FRIED
324 | PARSLEY,FREEZE-DRIED
320 | CORIANDER (CILANTRO) LEAVES,RAW
314 | SOY PROT ISOLATE,PROT TECHNOLOGIES INTERNATIONAL,PROPLUS
313 | BEANS,KIDNEY,MATURE SEEDS,SPROUTED,RAW
284 | BEEF,VAR MEATS BY-PRODUCTS,LIVER,CKD,BRSD
280 | OKRA,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
276 | BEANS,KIDNEY,MATURE SEEDS,SPROUTED,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
275 | COLLARDS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
273 | WHEAT BRAN,CRUDE [FLAWED DATA since vitamins and calories locked into insoluble fiber are not digestible.]
267 | ASPARAGUS,RAW
242 | PUMPKIN FLOWERS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
224 | KALE,SCOTCH,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
216 | CELERY,RAW
211 | BROCCOLI,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
201 | CAULIFLOWER,RAW
188 | GRAPE LEAVES,CND
186 | ALFALFA SEEDS,SPROUTED,RAW
184 | BROCCOLI,RAW
184 | SQUASH,SMMR,ZUCCHINI,INCL SKN,CKD,BLD,DRND,W/SALT
179 | BEANS,NAVY,MATURE SEEDS,SPROUTED,CKD,BLD,DRND,W/SALT
177 | GRAPE LEAVES,RAW
173 | BRUSSELS SPROUTS,FRZ,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
167 | CELERY,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
164 | LETTUCE,ICEBERG (INCL CRISPHEAD TYPES),RAW
149 | PEPPERS,SWT,GRN,RAW
143 | SAUERKRAUT,CND,LO NA
138 | PUMPKIN,RAW
136 | LEMONS,RAW,WITH PEEL
136 | TOMATOES,RED,RIPE,CKD
134 | MILK,NONFAT,FLUID,W/ VIT A (FAT FREE OR SKIM)
128 | BEEF,VAR MEATSBY-PRODUCTS,HEART,CKD,SIMMRD
127 | BEETS,RAW
126 | YOGURT,PLN,SKIM MILK,13 GRAMS PROT PER 8 OZ
124 | CABBAGE,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
123 | PUMPKIN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
123 | PEAS,GRN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
121 | MILK,NONFAT,FLUID,WO/ VIT A (FAT FREE OR SKIM)
121 | CUCUMBER,WITH PEEL,RAW
119 | MILK,DRY,NONFAT,REG,WO/ VIT A
119 | BEANS,SNAP,GRN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
113 | LENTILS,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
112 | COWPEAS,COMMON (BLKEYES,CRWDR,STHRN),MTURE,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
106 | BF,CHUCK,SHLDR CLOD,TOP CNTR ,STK,LN,0 FAT,SEL,CKD,GRLD
100 | LEMON PEEL,RAW
95 | TURKEY,FRYER-ROASTERS,BREAST,MEAT ONLY,CKD,RSTD
95 | TURNIPS,RAW
94 | CHICKEN,BROILERS OR FRYERS,BREAST,MEAT ONLY,CKD,RSTD
92 | SUNFLOWER SD KRNLS,DRIED
91 | CARROTS,RAW
89 | MULBERRIES,RAW
86 | CHICKEN,BROILERS OR FRYERS,LT MEAT,MEAT ONLY,CKD,RSTD
85 | BEANS,NAVY,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,W/SALT
85 | SOYBEANS,MATURE CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
82 | SALMON,PINK,CKD,DRY HEAT
81 | BEANS,KIDNEY,ALL TYPES,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
81 | BEEF,TENDERLOIN,LN,0FAT,CHOIC,CKD,BRLD
80 | SEEDS,FLAXSEED
77 | LIMA BNS,LRG,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
76 | FLATFISH (FLOUNDERSOLE SP),CKD,DRY HEAT
74 | CHICKEN,BROILERS OR FRYERS,BREAST,MEATSKN,CKD,RSTD
74 | STRAWBERRIES,RAW
73 | LEMONS,RAW,WITHOUT PEEL
72 | BLACKBERRIES,RAW
72 | MILK,WHL,3.25% MILKFAT
64 | ONIONS,RAW
63 | RASPBERRIES,RAW
62 | FISH,TILAPIA,CKD,DRY HEAT
61 | CORN,SWT,YEL,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
61 | OATS
61 | WHEAT,HARD RED SPRING
60 | PEANUTS,SPANISH,RAW
59 | ORANGE JUC,FRZ CONC,UNSWTND,UNDIL
58 | ORANGES,RAW,FLORIDA
58 | CHEESE,COTTAGE,LOWFAT,1% MILKFAT,NO NA
58 | EGG,WHL,CKD,HARD-BOILED
57 | ORANGE JUC,CND,UNSWTND
57 | PAPAYAS,RAW
56 | LOUIS RICH,TURKEY BREAST (OVEN RSTD,PORTION FAT FREE)
53 | MOLASSES [FLAWED DATA since high iron content is from production pots and is toxic.]
52 | CEREALS,QUAKER,MOTHER’S INST OATMEAL (NON-FORTIFIED),DRY
50 | BANANAS,RAW
50 | POTATOES,BLD,CKD WO/ SKN,F
50 | BURGER KING, WHOPPER, no cheese
49 | BARLEY FLOUR OR MEAL
46 | CHEESE,LOW-SODIUM,CHEDDAR OR COLBY
46 | SWEET POTATO,CKD,BLD,WO/ SKN
46 | PIZZA HUT 12 CHS PIZZA,THIN ‘N CRISPY CRUST
45 | RICE,BROWN,LONG-GRAIN,CKD
44 | PEACHES,RAW
42 | BRAZILNUTS,DRIED,UNBLANCHED
39 | PEANUT BUTTER,SMOOTH STYLE,W/SALT
38 | STOUFFER’S LN CUISINE CHICK VEG W/ VERMICELLI,FRZ ENTRÉE
38 | FAST FOODS,SUBMARINE SNDWCH,W/TUNA SALAD
31 | GRAPES,RED OR GRN (EURO TYPE,SUCH AS THOMPSON SEEDLESS),RAW
30 | BLUEBERRIES,RAW
27 | PLUMS,DRIED (PRUNES),UNCKD
27 | OLIVES,RIPE,CND (SMALL-EXTRA LRG)
26 | ICE CREAMS,VANILLA
26 | CEREALS RTE,KASHI GOLEAN CRUNCH! BY KELLOGG
24 | CRANBERRIES,RAW
24 | COOKIES,OATMEAL,COMMLY PREP,REG
23 | ICE CREAMS,FRENCH VANILLA,SOFT-SERVE
23 | CRANBERRY JUC,UNSWTND
23 | CANDIES,MASTERFOODS USA,SNICKERS BAR
22 | PIE,PUMPKIN,COMMLY PREP
22 | SPAGHETTI,DRY,UNENRICHED
22 | MACARONI,DRY,UNENRICHED
21 | COOKIES,SUGAR,PREP FROM RECIPE,MADE W/MARGARINE
20 | PEARS,RAW
19 | COOKIES,SUGAR,REFR DOUGH,BKD
19 | APPLES,RAW,WITH SKIN
19 | APPLE JUC,CND OR BTLD,UNSWTND,WO/ VIT C
18 | CANDIES,SWEET CHOCOLATE
10 | ALCOHOLIC BEV,BEER,LT,BUD LT
8 | CANDIES,MASTERFOODS USA,3 MUSKETEERS BAR
1 | BUTTER,WITH SALT
0 | OIL,OLIVE,SALAD OR COOKING
0 | SUGARS,GRANULATED

Nutrient | 100%DV amounts
Calcium | 1000 – mg
Iron | 18 – mg
Magnesium | 400 – mg
Phosphorus | 1000 – mg
Potassium | 3500 – mg
Sodium | 2400 – mg
Zinc | 15 – mg
Copper | 2 – mg
Manganese | 2 – mg
Selenium | 70 – mcg
Vit_C | 60 – mg
Thiamine-VitB2 | 1.5 – mg
Riboflavin-VitB3 | 1.7 – mg
Niacin-VitB4 | 20 – mg
Pantothenic_acid-VitB6 | 10 – mg
VitB6-Pyridoxine | 2 – mg
Folate-VitB10 | 400 – mcg
VitB13 | 6 – mcg
VitA | 250 – mcg
Vit E | 30 – mg
Vit K | 80 – mcg
I hope these efforts helps others to understand good choices.
A1
[(-:]

PS1 – This is my diet plan since I became a 96% VEGAN:

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20091005174358AAgZawf

PS2 – I posted ‘my_story’ and why I know what I know at:

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090922235820AArWxgXr=w

PS3 – I currently feel that what Dr. Fuhrman MD teaches is the best nutritional information available in the nation.

http://www.diseaseproof.com/archives/cat-low-carb-high-protein.html

http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/vegetables-and-vegetable-products/2627/2
+
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspicedbid=43

http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcomp/search/

http://www.foodnews.org/index.php

Again, I hope you consider my mistakes and would not duplicate them, OK?

turkey fryer

October 24, 2009

Does anyone know of a simple ranking system for the overall nutrition of various foods?

Filed under: Diet Fitness — Tags: , , — admin @ 1:01 pm
A1 asked:


In trying to develop better ways for me to rank the nutrition of various foods, I took the time to modify Dr. Joel Fuhrman’s ranking system and generated the following list below.

My question is, does a ranking list like this help anyone besides myself, and perhaps other followers of Dr. Fuhrman’s work?

For me this list has helped me to stay focused on making better choices in my future than what I have made in my past.

Thanks for any insights anyone would offer or questions if this is confusing to anyone.

My best to whoever responds,
A1

Total of %DV’s/100-calories of Thiamin, Riboflaven, Niacin, Vit B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Zinc for ten items total.
596 | SPINACH,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/ SALT
571 | SPINACH,RAW
439 | CABBAGE,NAPA,COOKED
403 | CABBAGE,CHINESE (PAK-CHOI),CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
390 | ASPARAGUS,CKD,BLD,DRND
390 | MALABAR SPINACH,COOKED
381 | LETTUCE,COS OR ROMAINE,RAW
376 | TURNIP GRNS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
376 | PARSLEY,DRIED
374 | NEW ZEALAND SPINACH,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
373 | PARSLEY,RAW
351 | PUMPKIN LEAVES,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
349 | RICE BRAN,CRUDE [FLAWED DATA since vitamins and calories locked into insoluble fiber are not digestible.]
344 | MUSTARD GRNS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
343 | SPINACH,FRZ,CHOPD OR LEAF,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
339 | SPINACH,CND,NO SALT,SOLLIQUIDS
336 | CORIANDER LEAF,DRIED
324 | CHICKEN,LIVER,ALL CLASSES,CKD,PAN-FRIED
324 | PARSLEY,FREEZE-DRIED
320 | CORIANDER (CILANTRO) LEAVES,RAW
314 | SOY PROT ISOLATE,PROT TECHNOLOGIES INTERNATIONAL,PROPLUS
284 | BEEF,VAR MEATS BY-PRODUCTS,LIVER,CKD,BRSD
280 | OKRA,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
276 | BEANS,KIDNEY,MATURE SEEDS,SPROUTED,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
275 | COLLARDS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
273 | WHEAT BRAN,CRUDE [FLAWED DATA since vitamins and calories locked into insoluble fiber are not digestible.]
267 | ASPARAGUS,RAW
242 | PUMPKIN FLOWERS,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
224 | KALE,SCOTCH,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
216 | CELERY,RAW
211 | BROCCOLI,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
201 | CAULIFLOWER,RAW
188 | GRAPE LEAVES,CND
186 | ALFALFA SEEDS,SPROUTED,RAW
184 | BROCCOLI,RAW
184 | SQUASH,SMMR,ZUCCHINI,INCL SKN,CKD,BLD,DRND,W/SALT
179 | BEANS,NAVY,MATURE SEEDS,SPROUTED,CKD,BLD,DRND,W/SALT
177 | GRAPE LEAVES,RAW
173 | BRUSSELS SPROUTS,FRZ,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
167 | CELERY,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
164 | LETTUCE,ICEBERG (INCL CRISPHEAD TYPES),RAW
149 | PEPPERS,SWT,GRN,RAW
143 | SAUERKRAUT,CND,LO NA
138 | PUMPKIN,RAW
136 | LEMONS,RAW,WITH PEEL
136 | TOMATOES,RED,RIPE,CKD
134 | MILK,NONFAT,FLUID,W/ VIT A (FAT FREE OR SKIM)
128 | BEEF,VAR MEATSBY-PRODUCTS,HEART,CKD,SIMMRD
127 | BEETS,RAW
126 | YOGURT,PLN,SKIM MILK,13 GRAMS PROT PER 8 OZ
124 | CABBAGE,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
123 | PUMPKIN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
123 | PEAS,GRN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
121 | MILK,NONFAT,FLUID,WO/ VIT A (FAT FREE OR SKIM)
121 | CUCUMBER,WITH PEEL,RAW
119 | MILK,DRY,NONFAT,REG,WO/ VIT A
119 | BEANS,SNAP,GRN,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
113 | LENTILS,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
112 | COWPEAS,COMMON (BLKEYES,CRWDR,STHRN),MTURE,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
106 | BF,CHUCK,SHLDR CLOD,TOP CNTR ,STK,LN,0 FAT,SEL,CKD,GRLD
100 | LEMON PEEL,RAW
95 | TURKEY,FRYER-ROASTERS,BREAST,MEAT ONLY,CKD,RSTD
95 | TURNIPS,RAW
94 | CHICKEN,BROILERS OR FRYERS,BREAST,MEAT ONLY,CKD,RSTD
92 | SUNFLOWER SD KRNLS,DRIED
91 | CARROTS,RAW
89 | MULBERRIES,RAW
86 | CHICKEN,BROILERS OR FRYERS,LT MEAT,MEAT ONLY,CKD,RSTD
85 | BEANS,NAVY,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,W/SALT
85 | SOYBEANS,MATURE CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
82 | SALMON,PINK,CKD,DRY HEAT
81 | BEANS,KIDNEY,ALL TYPES,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
81 | BEEF,TENDERLOIN,LN,0FAT,CHOIC,CKD,BRLD
80 | SEEDS,FLAXSEED
77 | LIMA BNS,LRG,MATURE SEEDS,CKD,BLD,WO/SALT
76 | FLATFISH (FLOUNDERSOLE SP),CKD,DRY HEAT
74 | CHICKEN,BROILERS OR FRYERS,BREAST,MEATSKN,CKD,RSTD
74 | STRAWBERRIES,RAW
73 | LEMONS,RAW,WITHOUT PEEL
72 | BLACKBERRIES,RAW
72 | MILK,WHL,3.25% MILKFAT
64 | ONIONS,RAW
63 | RASPBERRIES,RAW
62 | FISH,TILAPIA,CKD,DRY HEAT
61 | CORN,SWT,YEL,CKD,BLD,DRND,WO/SALT
61 | OATS
61 | WHEAT,HARD RED SPRING
60 | PEANUTS,SPANISH,RAW
59 | ORANGE JUC,FRZ CONC,UNSWTND,UNDIL
58 | ORANGES,RAW,FLORIDA
58 | CHEESE,COTTAGE,LOWFAT,1% MILKFAT,NO NA
58 | EGG,WHL,CKD,HARD-BOILED
57 | ORANGE JUC,CND,UNSWTND
57 | PAPAYAS,RAW
56 | LOUIS RICH,TURKEY BREAST (OVEN RSTD,PORTION FAT FREE)
53 | MOLASSES [FLAWED DATA since high iron content is often metallic from iron production pots and toxic.]
52 | CEREALS,QUAKER,MOTHER’S INST OATMEAL (NON-FORTIFIED),DRY
50 | BANANAS,RAW
50 | POTATOES,BLD,CKD WO/ SKN,FLESH,WO/ SALT
50 | BURGER KI
50 | BURGER KING, WHOPPER, no cheese
49 | BARLEY FLOUR OR MEAL
46 | CHEESE,LOW-SODIUM,CHEDDAR OR COLBY
46 | SWEET POTATO,CKD,BLD,WO/ SKN
46 | PIZZA HUT 12 CHS PIZZA,THIN ‘N CRISPY CRUST
45 | RICE,BROWN,LONG-GRAIN,CKD
44 | PEACHES,RAW
42 | BRAZILNUTS,DRIED,UNBLANCHED
39 | PEANUT BUTTER,SMOOTH STYLE,W/SALT
38 | STOUFFER’S LN CUISINE CHICK VEG W/ VERMICELLI,FRZ ENTRÉE
38 | FAST FOODS,SUBMARINE SNDWCH,W/TUNA SALAD
31 | GRAPES,RED OR GRN (EURO TYPE,SUCH AS THOMPSON SEEDLESS),RAW
30 | BLUEBERRIES,RAW
27 | PLUMS,DRIED (PRUNES),UNCKD
27 | OLIVES,RIPE,CND (SMALL-EXTRA LRG)
26 | ICE CREAMS,VANILLA
26 | CEREALS RTE,KASHI GOLEAN CRUNCH! BY KELLOGG
24 | CRANBERRIES,RAW
24 | COOKIES,OATMEAL,COMMLY PREP,REG
23 | ICE CREAMS,FRENCH VANILLA,SOFT-SERVE
23 | CRANBERRY JUC,UNSWTND
23 | CANDIES,MASTERFOODS USA,SNICKERS BAR
22 | PIE,PUMPKIN,COMMLY PREP
22 | SPAGHETTI,DRY,UNENRICHED
22 | MACARONI,DRY,UNENRICHED
21 | COOKIES,SUGAR,PREP FROM RECIPE,MADE W/MARGARINE
20 | PEARS,RAW
19 | COOKIES,SUGAR,REFR DOUGH,BKD
19 | APPLES,RAW,WITH SKIN
19 | APPLE JUC,CND OR BTLD,UNSWTND,WO/ VIT C
18 | CANDIES,SWEET CHOCOLATE
10 | ALCOHOLIC BEV,BEER,LT,BUD LT
8 | CANDIES,MASTERFOODS USA,3 MUSKETEERS BAR
1 | BUTTER,WITH SALT
1 | ALCOHOLIC BEV,DISTILLED,WHISKEY,86 PROOF
0 | OIL,OLIVE,SALAD OR COOKING
0 | SUGARS,GRANULATED
Nutrient | 100%DV amounts
*Calcium | 1000 – mg
*Iron | 18 – mg
*Magnesium | 400 – mg
*Phosphorus | 1000 – mg
Potassium | 3500 – mg
Sodium | 2400 – mg
*Zinc | 15 – mg
Copper | 2 – mg
Manganese | 2 – mg
Selenium | 70 – mcg
Vit_C | 60 – mg
*Thiamine-VitB2 | 1.5 – mg
*Riboflavin-VitB3 | 1.7 – mg
*Niacin-VitB4 | 20 – mg
Pantothenic_acid-VitB6 | 10 – mg
*VitB6-Pyridoxine | 2 – mg
*Folate-VitB10 | 400 – mcg
VitB12 | 6 – mcg
VitA | 250 – mcg
Vit E | 30 – mg
Vit K | 80 – mcg

* – Total of %DV’s/100-calories of Thiamin, Riboflaven, Niacin, Vit B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Zinc for these ten items.

I hope these efforts helps others to understand good choices.
A1
[(-:]

PS1 – This is my diet plan since I became a 96% VEGAN:

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20091005174358AAgZawf

PS2 – I posted ‘my_story’ and why I know what I know at:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090922235820AArWxgX

PS3 – I currently feel that what Dr. Fuhrman MD teaches is the best nutritional information available in the nation.

http://www.diseaseproof.com/archives/cat-low-carb-high-protein.html

http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/vegetables-and-vegetable-products/2627/2
+
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspicedbid=43

http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/foodcomp/search/

http://www.foodnews.org/index.php

Again, I hope you consider my mistakes and would not duplicate them, OK?
Thanks Jr for your post. I could not find a simple list on the website you posted, and I also found some endorsements on it that I would strongly disagree with, but over-all the site had a lot of ‘tools’ that could be helpful for some people. Thanks again for the post.

A1

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