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- $Title{A Place for Pancakes in a Healthy Diet}
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- A Place for Pancakes in a Healthy Diet
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- QUESTION: We are striving to follow all the rules of healthy living, but they
- seem to change as fast as a politician's promises. It is hard to keep up. We
- are striving for a low cholesterol diet, and as such, eat eggs only once a
- week. However, now my husband devours pancakes instead, and I worry that this
- may not be too healthy, either. What's your word on this breakfast food? We
- use a prepared mix, if that will help you answer.
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- ANSWER: I think that flapjacks form a fine food around which to build a
- nutritious breakfast. And using a mix is just fine, for it provides you with
- all the nutritional information you need to make the correct choice, right on
- the package. Most mixes are low in cholesterol, provided no eggs or whole
- milk is required to complete the batter. Mixes range in fat content from a
- low of 2 grams to a high of 12 g in one case. However, many contain large
- amounts of salt, ranging from 230 mg to a high of 880 mg. The average serving
- of 3-4 four inch pancakes will provide from 180-300 calories, until you add
- the toppings. That's where both the calories and cholesterol can begin to add
- up, unless you maintain your vigil, and read labels. A tablespoon of butter
- or margarine adds 100 calories and 12 grams of fat. Consider "lite" syrups or
- fruit preserves instead. Then enjoy!
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- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
- the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
- doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
- problem.
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