Randy's
Offering only Fresh, Natural & Nutritious Whole Foods
Offering only Fresh, Natural & Nutritious Whole Foods
Health Benefits
Below are just some of the fresh, natural & nutritious whole foods that Randy's
Catering uses. We encourage you to research any of the other foods we use by
searching for the "benefits of ..." via your internet provider. I feel it's very important
for my customers to know the health benefits of the foods I provide and to know I eat
these same foods daily. After all, you are what you eat - there is no way around it!
ALMONDS
Almonds are a nutrient dense whole food and are a good source of dietary fiber,
heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, high-quality protein, and are cholesterol free. A
snack of almonds helps in managing cholesterol which allows for a rapid decrease in
LDL, or “bad,” cholesterol in just few weeks when made part of ones daily diet.
AVOCADOS
Avocados are rich in nutrients, vitamins and minerals such as A, E, C, Folate,
Thiamine (Vitamin B1), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), and Potassium. Avocados also
contain monounsaturated fats and are very high in fiber containing 10 grams per
avocado. The fats in avocados contain Oleic Acid which has been found to improve
fat levels in the body and help control diabetes.
COCONUT
Approximately 50% of the fatty acids in coconut fat are lauric acid. Lauric acid is a
medium chain fatty acid, which has the additional beneficial function of being formed
into monolaurin in the human or animal body. Monolaurin is the anti-viral,
antibacterial, and antiprotozoal monoglyceride used by the human or animal to
destroy lipid coated viruses such as HIV, herpes, cytomegalovirus, influenza, and
various pathogenic bacteria. Some of the other health benefits of Coconut Oil include:
Reducing the risks of atherosclerosis, cancer, and other degenerative conditions;
preventing bacterial, viral, and fungal (including yeast) infections; supporting immune
system function; helps to prevent osteoporosis, control diabetes, and promote weight
loss; supports healthy metabolic function; provides an immediate source of energy;
improves digestion and nutrient absorption; helps protect the skin against premature
aging, wrinkling, cancer, and other blemishes.
CRUCIFEROUS VEGETABLES (Broccoli, Cabbage, etc.)
Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli contains phytochemicals - sulforaphane and
indoles - which have significant anti-cancer effects. Scientists have found that
sulforaphane boosts the body's detoxification enzymes, thus helping to clear
potentially carcinogenic substances more quickly. Cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli,
kale, and brussel sprouts when cut, chewed or digested release sinigrin which
interacts with the enzyme myrosinase, releasing detoxifying carcinogens, inhibits
mitosis (cell division) and stimulates apoptosis (programmed cell death) in human
tumor cells.
FATS
Monounsaturated and Polyunsaturated fats are found in olive oil, nuts, fish, and
avocados. Fat is essential for the proper functioning of the body. Fats provide the
"essential" fatty acids (EFA's), which are not made by the body and must be obtained
from food. Linoleic acid is the most important essential fatty acid, especially for the
growth and development of infants. Fatty acids provide the raw materials that help in
the control of blood pressure, blood clotting, inflammation, and other body functions.
Fat serves as the storage substance for the body's extra calories. It fills the fat cells
(adipose tissue) that help insulate the body. Fats are also an important energy
source. When the body has used up the calories from carbohydrate, which occurs
after the first 20 minutes of exercise, it begins to depend on the calories from fat.
Healthy skin and hair are maintained by fat. Fat helps in the absorption, and
transport through the bloodstream of the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. For a
long time now Saturated fats have been the "bad guy," if you will, in the fat family.
Nothing could be further from the truth which is that they are vital for optimum health.
If saturated fats were of no value or were harmful to humans, evolution would
probably not have established within the mammary gland the means to produce
saturated fats - butyric, caproic, caprylic, capric, lauric, myristic, palmitic and stearic
acids - that provide a source of nourishment to ensure the growth, development and
survival of mammalian offspring.
FLAX SEED OIL
Flax seed oil delivers the full benefits of Omega 3, 6 & 9 EFA’s, plus all of the protein,
lignans (an anti-cancer agent), vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that are
important nutrients for overall good health. The combination of lignans and Omega 3
fatty acids help lower cholesterol, control blood pressure, reduce weight, deter
diabetes, as well as relieve PMS and menopause symptoms.
GARLIC
Garlic's health benefits and medicinal properties have long been known. Garlic has
long been considered a herbal "wonder drug" with a reputation for preventing
everything from the common cold and flu to the Plague. Modern science has shown
that garlic is a powerful antibiotic. The body does not appear to build up resistance to
garlic, so its positive health benefits continue over time. Studies have shown that
garlic - especially aged garlic - can have a powerful antioxidant effect. Antioxidants
help to protect the body against damaging "free radicals".
OLIVE OIL
Because of olive oil's fatty acid content it can be digested more easily than any other
edible fat or oil. Olive oil stimulates bile drainage, raises "good" HDL cholesterol and
provides a balanced intake of fatty acids. Olive oil also contains antioxidants and is
made up of 77 percent monounsaturated fat. Over time, the Mediterranean
population, in which olive oil plays an integral role, has shown a much lower
incidence of diet-related diseases, such as heart disease and breast cancer, than
North American and Northern European populations. So what do the people of the
Mediterranean typically eat? Their diet is based on fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts,
fish, and olive oil. Red meats and wine round out their diet.
PECANS
The pecan contains the most antioxidant capacity of any other nut. Antioxidants help
prevent oxidation in body cells and fight many chronic and degenerative diseases
like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, cancer, and heart disease as well as the aging process.
Pecans, naturally cholesterol and sodium free, contain over 19 vitamins and minerals
- including vitamin A, vitamin E, folic acid, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus,
potassium, several B vitamins and zinc. In addition, pecans contain protein as well as
heart-healthy mono and polyunsaturated fats.
RED MEAT
Without red meat, marrow, organ, and brain consumption our human ancestors
never would have been able to walk out of tropical Africa and populate the colder
areas of the world. The turning point came when our ancestors figured out that
eating meat gave them much more energy. It is the consumption of meats that
enabled the gut of early man to shrink, allowed the brain to expand, fostered greater
muscularity, and thus developed lean, strong, healthy bodies. This was due to a
specific type of Omega 3 fat called "docosahexaenoic acid" (DHA), which is the
building block of our brain tissue. Also approximately half the fat in red meat consists
of stearic acid, a powerful antioxidant that reduces your risk of both arteriosclerosis
and cancer. Remember that heart disease is an immune system problem caused by
the ingestion of alien proteins and high levels of sugar in the blood, not the saturated
fat found in animal and/or red meat. However, the saturated fat found in man-made,
chemically altered foods such as vegetable oils, fried foods and margarine contain
trans-fatty acids and are very dangerous to human health and should be avoided.
SALMON
Salmon is a great source of fish protein and its oil contains Omega 3 fatty acids - an
excellent source to boost up HDL (the Good cholesterol) in your blood and has been
shown to increase by 10% by just eating 20 days of a high salmon diet! Omega 3
fatty acid in salmon oil is a type of polyunsaturated fatty acid which can only be
supplied by food sources. Omega 3's are the essential fatty acids known as the
“super-unsaturates”. They are a family of essential nutrients which when present in
the diet over a long period of time, have thousands of times the power of aspirin to
stop the inflammatory reactions responsible for arthritis, migraines, colitis, and other
similar ailments. When added to the diet they have the ability to not only lower
cholesterol and triglycerides, but also to minimize the tendency of blood cells to clot -
Omega 3's block the formation of a substance called thromboxane, which is known as
a blood clotting agent. In addition, they are the basic building blocks for nerve tissue
and brain cells. Omega 3's are concentrated throughout the food chain, but are most
abundant in the oils of cold water fish such as salmon, sardines, herring, cod and
mackerel.
DARK CHOCOLATE
Dark chocolate, as well as having less sugar than lighter chocolates, is also known to
contain antioxidants and essential nutrients such as iron, calcium, potassium, and
vitamins. Dark Chocolate is the top antioxidant food having the the highest Oxygen
Radical Absorbance Capacity at 13,120 ORAC Units per 100 grams. In comparison
to Milk Chocolate at 6,740, Blueberries at 2,500, Strawberries at 1,540, and Broccoli
at 890.
TOMATOES
Loaded with vitamins and disease fighting phytochemicals like lycopene, tomatoes
are also a good source of fiber, have no fat, sodium or cholesterol, and have a mere
35 calories per medium tomato. Lycopenes are the most powerful antioxidant in the
cartenoid family. Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, as well as vitamin C and A. Both raw
and cooked tomatoes seem to be effective in the prevention of prostrate, lung,
stomach, pancreatic, colorectal, esophageal, oral, breast and cervical caners. The
American Heart Association writes that cooked tomatoes release even more nutrients
than the raw. It is believed that lycopene may be improved by a small amount of oil,
such as olive or flax seed oil.
WALNUTS
Walnuts contain a wide variety of nutrients including numerous vitamins and
minerals, such as vitamin E, thiamin, vitamin B6, folate, magnesium, copper and zinc.
In addition to being a cholesterol-free source of plant protein low in saturated fats,
walnuts also contain the "good" fat that our bodies need - polyunsaturated fat, which
contains essential Omega 3 fatty acids. High intake of this essential fatty acid has
been associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. Walnuts are one of the
few good plant sources of Omega 3s. Just one ounce of walnuts contains 2.57 grams.
Catering uses. We encourage you to research any of the other foods we use by
searching for the "benefits of ..." via your internet provider. I feel it's very important
for my customers to know the health benefits of the foods I provide and to know I eat
these same foods daily. After all, you are what you eat - there is no way around it!
ALMONDS
Almonds are a nutrient dense whole food and are a good source of dietary fiber,
heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, high-quality protein, and are cholesterol free. A
snack of almonds helps in managing cholesterol which allows for a rapid decrease in
LDL, or “bad,” cholesterol in just few weeks when made part of ones daily diet.
AVOCADOS
Avocados are rich in nutrients, vitamins and minerals such as A, E, C, Folate,
Thiamine (Vitamin B1), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), and Potassium. Avocados also
contain monounsaturated fats and are very high in fiber containing 10 grams per
avocado. The fats in avocados contain Oleic Acid which has been found to improve
fat levels in the body and help control diabetes.
COCONUT
Approximately 50% of the fatty acids in coconut fat are lauric acid. Lauric acid is a
medium chain fatty acid, which has the additional beneficial function of being formed
into monolaurin in the human or animal body. Monolaurin is the anti-viral,
antibacterial, and antiprotozoal monoglyceride used by the human or animal to
destroy lipid coated viruses such as HIV, herpes, cytomegalovirus, influenza, and
various pathogenic bacteria. Some of the other health benefits of Coconut Oil include:
Reducing the risks of atherosclerosis, cancer, and other degenerative conditions;
preventing bacterial, viral, and fungal (including yeast) infections; supporting immune
system function; helps to prevent osteoporosis, control diabetes, and promote weight
loss; supports healthy metabolic function; provides an immediate source of energy;
improves digestion and nutrient absorption; helps protect the skin against premature
aging, wrinkling, cancer, and other blemishes.
CRUCIFEROUS VEGETABLES (Broccoli, Cabbage, etc.)
Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli contains phytochemicals - sulforaphane and
indoles - which have significant anti-cancer effects. Scientists have found that
sulforaphane boosts the body's detoxification enzymes, thus helping to clear
potentially carcinogenic substances more quickly. Cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli,
kale, and brussel sprouts when cut, chewed or digested release sinigrin which
interacts with the enzyme myrosinase, releasing detoxifying carcinogens, inhibits
mitosis (cell division) and stimulates apoptosis (programmed cell death) in human
tumor cells.
FATS
Monounsaturated and Polyunsaturated fats are found in olive oil, nuts, fish, and
avocados. Fat is essential for the proper functioning of the body. Fats provide the
"essential" fatty acids (EFA's), which are not made by the body and must be obtained
from food. Linoleic acid is the most important essential fatty acid, especially for the
growth and development of infants. Fatty acids provide the raw materials that help in
the control of blood pressure, blood clotting, inflammation, and other body functions.
Fat serves as the storage substance for the body's extra calories. It fills the fat cells
(adipose tissue) that help insulate the body. Fats are also an important energy
source. When the body has used up the calories from carbohydrate, which occurs
after the first 20 minutes of exercise, it begins to depend on the calories from fat.
Healthy skin and hair are maintained by fat. Fat helps in the absorption, and
transport through the bloodstream of the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. For a
long time now Saturated fats have been the "bad guy," if you will, in the fat family.
Nothing could be further from the truth which is that they are vital for optimum health.
If saturated fats were of no value or were harmful to humans, evolution would
probably not have established within the mammary gland the means to produce
saturated fats - butyric, caproic, caprylic, capric, lauric, myristic, palmitic and stearic
acids - that provide a source of nourishment to ensure the growth, development and
survival of mammalian offspring.
FLAX SEED OIL
Flax seed oil delivers the full benefits of Omega 3, 6 & 9 EFA’s, plus all of the protein,
lignans (an anti-cancer agent), vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that are
important nutrients for overall good health. The combination of lignans and Omega 3
fatty acids help lower cholesterol, control blood pressure, reduce weight, deter
diabetes, as well as relieve PMS and menopause symptoms.
GARLIC
Garlic's health benefits and medicinal properties have long been known. Garlic has
long been considered a herbal "wonder drug" with a reputation for preventing
everything from the common cold and flu to the Plague. Modern science has shown
that garlic is a powerful antibiotic. The body does not appear to build up resistance to
garlic, so its positive health benefits continue over time. Studies have shown that
garlic - especially aged garlic - can have a powerful antioxidant effect. Antioxidants
help to protect the body against damaging "free radicals".
OLIVE OIL
Because of olive oil's fatty acid content it can be digested more easily than any other
edible fat or oil. Olive oil stimulates bile drainage, raises "good" HDL cholesterol and
provides a balanced intake of fatty acids. Olive oil also contains antioxidants and is
made up of 77 percent monounsaturated fat. Over time, the Mediterranean
population, in which olive oil plays an integral role, has shown a much lower
incidence of diet-related diseases, such as heart disease and breast cancer, than
North American and Northern European populations. So what do the people of the
Mediterranean typically eat? Their diet is based on fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts,
fish, and olive oil. Red meats and wine round out their diet.
PECANS
The pecan contains the most antioxidant capacity of any other nut. Antioxidants help
prevent oxidation in body cells and fight many chronic and degenerative diseases
like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, cancer, and heart disease as well as the aging process.
Pecans, naturally cholesterol and sodium free, contain over 19 vitamins and minerals
- including vitamin A, vitamin E, folic acid, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus,
potassium, several B vitamins and zinc. In addition, pecans contain protein as well as
heart-healthy mono and polyunsaturated fats.
RED MEAT
Without red meat, marrow, organ, and brain consumption our human ancestors
never would have been able to walk out of tropical Africa and populate the colder
areas of the world. The turning point came when our ancestors figured out that
eating meat gave them much more energy. It is the consumption of meats that
enabled the gut of early man to shrink, allowed the brain to expand, fostered greater
muscularity, and thus developed lean, strong, healthy bodies. This was due to a
specific type of Omega 3 fat called "docosahexaenoic acid" (DHA), which is the
building block of our brain tissue. Also approximately half the fat in red meat consists
of stearic acid, a powerful antioxidant that reduces your risk of both arteriosclerosis
and cancer. Remember that heart disease is an immune system problem caused by
the ingestion of alien proteins and high levels of sugar in the blood, not the saturated
fat found in animal and/or red meat. However, the saturated fat found in man-made,
chemically altered foods such as vegetable oils, fried foods and margarine contain
trans-fatty acids and are very dangerous to human health and should be avoided.
SALMON
Salmon is a great source of fish protein and its oil contains Omega 3 fatty acids - an
excellent source to boost up HDL (the Good cholesterol) in your blood and has been
shown to increase by 10% by just eating 20 days of a high salmon diet! Omega 3
fatty acid in salmon oil is a type of polyunsaturated fatty acid which can only be
supplied by food sources. Omega 3's are the essential fatty acids known as the
“super-unsaturates”. They are a family of essential nutrients which when present in
the diet over a long period of time, have thousands of times the power of aspirin to
stop the inflammatory reactions responsible for arthritis, migraines, colitis, and other
similar ailments. When added to the diet they have the ability to not only lower
cholesterol and triglycerides, but also to minimize the tendency of blood cells to clot -
Omega 3's block the formation of a substance called thromboxane, which is known as
a blood clotting agent. In addition, they are the basic building blocks for nerve tissue
and brain cells. Omega 3's are concentrated throughout the food chain, but are most
abundant in the oils of cold water fish such as salmon, sardines, herring, cod and
mackerel.
DARK CHOCOLATE
Dark chocolate, as well as having less sugar than lighter chocolates, is also known to
contain antioxidants and essential nutrients such as iron, calcium, potassium, and
vitamins. Dark Chocolate is the top antioxidant food having the the highest Oxygen
Radical Absorbance Capacity at 13,120 ORAC Units per 100 grams. In comparison
to Milk Chocolate at 6,740, Blueberries at 2,500, Strawberries at 1,540, and Broccoli
at 890.
TOMATOES
Loaded with vitamins and disease fighting phytochemicals like lycopene, tomatoes
are also a good source of fiber, have no fat, sodium or cholesterol, and have a mere
35 calories per medium tomato. Lycopenes are the most powerful antioxidant in the
cartenoid family. Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, as well as vitamin C and A. Both raw
and cooked tomatoes seem to be effective in the prevention of prostrate, lung,
stomach, pancreatic, colorectal, esophageal, oral, breast and cervical caners. The
American Heart Association writes that cooked tomatoes release even more nutrients
than the raw. It is believed that lycopene may be improved by a small amount of oil,
such as olive or flax seed oil.
WALNUTS
Walnuts contain a wide variety of nutrients including numerous vitamins and
minerals, such as vitamin E, thiamin, vitamin B6, folate, magnesium, copper and zinc.
In addition to being a cholesterol-free source of plant protein low in saturated fats,
walnuts also contain the "good" fat that our bodies need - polyunsaturated fat, which
contains essential Omega 3 fatty acids. High intake of this essential fatty acid has
been associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. Walnuts are one of the
few good plant sources of Omega 3s. Just one ounce of walnuts contains 2.57 grams.