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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, JANUARY 7, 2017 7 A J OEL F UHRMAN , MD Some whole grains are better than others The vast majority of the grain products eaten in the U.S. are refined. When whole grains are refined, for example into white flour or white rice, they are stripped of fiber and micronutrients, leaving behind a calorie-rich, nutrient-poor food. A meta-analysis pooling the data from six previous studies has concluded that eating three servings (about 90 grams) of whole grains daily is associat- ed with a 17 percent decrease in risk of colorectal cancers. Also, in review of 16 other studies, they concluded that every 10 grams of fiber con- sumed daily provided a 12 per- cent reduction in colon cancer risk. So it’s the refined grains that could increase one’s risk of colon cancer. Studies have already linked refined grains with higher rates of breast can- cer too. The most favorable way to consume grains is with the grain remaining intact. 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For optimal disease protection, I recom- mend eating beans every day, avoiding refined grains, and primarily eating whole grains intact and cooked in water (rather than as breads or pas- tas). Dr. Fuhrman is a New York Times best-selling author and board certified family physi- cian specializing in lifestyle and nutritional medicine. COURTESY PHOTO Visitor’s to last year’s Agate Festival visit with vendors that come from as far away as Washington and northern California with collections of stones and agates. Valid in 35 Utah - Valid 34 States States Washington and northern California, will be on hand to display and sell rough speci- mens and finished artistic cre- ations of minerals, gems, crys- tals and fossils. The show will take place at the Yachats Commons, at Highway 101 and West Fourth Street, in the heart of town. In addition to rocks and agates, there will be speakers, demon- strations and fun activities for all ages. On Jan. 14, at 11 a.m., Marli Miller, a geological sciences faculty member at the University of Oregon since 1997, will speak. She is a geol- ogist, photographer and author of the new second edition of Roadside Geology of Oregon. Wednesday, January 25th 1pm & 6pm Walk-ins Welcome Florence Event Center, 715 Quince St. OR/Utah–valid in WA $80 or Oregon only $45 shauncurtain.com ~ ~ shauncurtain@gmail.com FIREARMTrainingNW.com FIREARM TrainingNW@gmail.com 360-921-2071 Siuslaw News glycemic effects, and fiber and resistant starch content. For example, barley has a GL of 12, and a fiber-plus resistant starch content of 35.2 percent; black beans have a GI of 5 and fiber-plus resistant starch content of 69 percent. Fiber helps to prevent colon cancer by reducing the contact between dietary carcinogens and intestinal cells via increasing stool bulk and accelerating transit time. Resistant starch, similar to fiber, is a carbohydrate that is not broken down by human digestive enzymes. Fiber and resistant starch act as prebiotics, fueling the growth of healthy bacteria (probiotics); healthy bacteria in gut the ferment fiber and resist- YACHATS — Rock hounds in Yachats are gearing up for the “sixth-ever” Agate Festival, which will be held Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 14 and 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The event is free to the pub- lic. Yachats is internationally known for treasures uncovered by winter storms and winds, making January a prime time for agate hunting. Nearly 30 vendors from throughout the state, as well as from Open 4 days a week! Monday-Thursday 10am - 2 pm taminated with arsenic-con- taining agricultural chemicals, which can find its way to your plate. 3. Many whole grains breads, cereals and crackers are dry cooked and can be browned, forming a toxin called acrylamide, which is potentially harmful. High acry- lamide intake is associated with several cancers. 4. Whole grain pastry flour can still have an unfavorable glycemic load because it is ground so fine. Many studies have linked high GL foods to increased risk of colorectal cancers. Among carbohydrate sour- ces, beans are superior to whole grains with respect to their micronutrient density, Yachats to host ‘sixth-ever’ Agate Festival DENTURE SERVICES INC. Dentures Partial Dentures Immediate Dentures Implant Dentures Relines & Repairs Same Day tion of acrylamide, a potential- ly toxic compound. Intact whole grains can be eaten for breakfast with fruit and seeds, or with tomato sauce and onions with lunch or dinner. Whole wheat pasta also has a fairly favorable glycemic load, but bean and lentil pasta are even better, when you con- sider the resistant starch con- tent and glycemic benefits of beans. Too much grain, even too much whole grains, can make your diet sub-optimal. The reason for this can be: 1. If you eat too many grains, you may not eat enough beans, green and yellow veg- etables, which are more micronutrient dense. 2. Most brown rice is con- Photo of the Week: By Cynthia J. Wright Her work showcases the state’s splendor while also help- ing enthusiasts understand geo- logic processes at work. She will be available to sign her book at the festival. At 1:30 p.m., “Ranger Cameron,” who has been an enthusiast of beach rock- hounding for more than 12 years, will discuss all the geo- logical treasures that can be found on area beaches. The speaker on Jan. 15 will be Chris Landau, a geologist trained in South Africa. He has used geology and dowsing to find water wells, as well as cre- ating geological maps, geomag- netic maps, and aerial photo- graphs. Landau understands how and why the dowsing rod works for almost everybody. He moved to Florence in 2015, and offers dowsing class- es in places such as Cook’s Chasm and Thor’s Well. His presentation will begin at 11 a.m. Guy DiTorrice, well known locally as “The Oregon Fossil Guy,” will speak on Sunday at 1 p.m. He conducts fossil finding tours along the central Oregon coast and is an engaging speak- er who appeals to audiences of all ages. For the first time, there will be a special display of fluores- cent minerals, whose vibrant colors are only visible under ultra violet light. The festival will be offering three separate drawings for valuable baskets of fine prizes from many local merchants. Proceeds from the raffle will be contributed to the Yachats Fire Department, and will be dedi- cated toward the purchase of needed equipment. Since the festival began in 2012, the January event has been a big success, drawing vis- itors from throughout the north- west and beyond. For more information, visit www.yachatsagatefestival.com. ...need a friend? Meet Butch Hey, the name’s Butch. I came here as a kitten with my brothers and sister. 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