Relationship between Looking (and Feeling) Forever Young and NAD+

Welcome back our readers. Every week, we, at #GastonAcademy, publish our understanding about food, its macro, micro & phytonutrients and benefits they deliver for boosting your overall health and wellbeing.

Today, we want to share some of the recipes that contain good levels of NAD+ coenzymes. If you want to learn more about NAD+, please read our article published last week (https://www.dhirubhai.net/pulse/nad-revealed-fountain-youth-thegastonapp-vk47e).

NAD+ contributes to reversing ageing and repairing our DNAs. , When you keep a healthy diet the amount of NAD+ is maintained and will help you to age less and to feel young.

Here are some of our selected recipes helping you boost NAD+ levels.

1. Spinach Kedgeree with Spiced Salmon

This easy-to-make spiced salmon kedgeree, with a preparation time of 15 minutes and a cooking time of 45 minutes, serves 2 and offers a delicious and healthy way to get your weekly dose of omega-3.

One serving of this Spiced Salmon Kedgeree provides 636 calories, 28g of fat (6g saturated), 43g of carbohydrates, 14g of sugars, 6g of fibre, 49g of protein, and 0.6g of salt.

Kedgeree Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 2 teaspoons of rapeseed oil
• 1 large onion, halved and sliced
• Finely chopped thumb-sized piece of ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Crushed seeds from 6-8 cardamom pods
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 1 red chilli, deseeded and sliced
• Finely chopped garlic clove
• 1 large red pepper, deseeded and roughly chopped
• 70 grams of brown basmati rice
• 375 millilitres of vegetable stock made with 2 teaspoons of bouillon powder
• 160 grams of baby spinach leaves, roughly chopped

Salmon Topping:

• 3 tablespoons fat-free natural yogurt
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped mint or coriander
• 2 skinless wild salmon fillets
• 1 tablespoon toasted almonds, for serving.

Step 1:

In a large frying pan, heat oil and sauté onions and ginger for 5 minutes or until they become tender. Add cumin, cinnamon, crushed cardamom seeds, and 1 teaspoon each of turmeric and coriander. Cook for 30 seconds until the mixture becomes fragrant. Introduce chilli, garlic, pepper, and rice, stirring briefly. Pour in the stock, cover, and simmer for 35 minutes or until the rice achieves tenderness and the stock is fully absorbed. If the rice is cooked but some liquid remains, uncover and simmer to allow for evaporation. Finally, add the spinach, cover, and cook for an additional 3 minutes until wilted.

Step 2:

While the kedgeree is cooking, preheat the grill to medium and line a baking sheet with foil. Combine yoghurt with mint or coriander and the remaining turmeric and ground coriander. Spread the yoghurt mixture over the salmon, then transfer it to the prepared baking sheet and grill for 8-10 minutes or until the fish can be easily flaked with a fork. Finish by topping the kedgeree with the salmon fillets or flaking the fish into it, and garnish with scattered almonds before serving (BBC Good Food, 2019a).

2. Chicken & Chorizo Jambalaya

With just 10 minutes of preparation and 45 minutes of cooking, this easy-to-make Cajun-inspired rice pot serves 4, delivering a healthy and flavorful combination of spicy Spanish sausage, sweet peppers, and tomatoes, with each serving providing 445 calories, 10g of fat (3g saturated), 64g of carbs, 7g of sugars, 2g of fibre, and 30g of protein while being low in salt at 1.2g.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 2 chicken breasts, chopped
• 1 diced onion
• 1 thinly sliced red pepper
• 2 cloves of crushed garlic
• 75g of sliced chorizo
• 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning
• 250g of long-grain rice
• 400g of canned plum tomatoes
• 350ml of chicken stock

Step 1:

In a large frying pan with a lid, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Brown 2 chopped chicken breasts for 5-8 minutes until they turn golden.

Step 2:

Set aside the browned chicken. In the same pan, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until it becomes tender.

Step 3:

Add 1 thinly sliced red pepper, 2 crushed garlic cloves, 75g sliced chorizo, and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 4:

Stir the chicken back into the pan, along with 250g of long-grain rice. Add the 400g can of tomatoes and 350ml chicken stock. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is tender (BBC Good Food, 2011b).

3. Poached Eggs with Smashed Avocado & Tomatoes

This quick and easy breakfast for two, ready in just 10 minutes, features nutritious avocado as a butter substitute, paired with a perfectly poached egg, ensuring a satisfying and healthy start to your day with 385 calories, 20g of fat, 4g of saturated fat, 31g of carbs, 5g of sugars, 8g of fibre, and 16g of protein while keeping sodium content low at 0.5g.

A Recipe for a Simple & Delicious Breakfast Here are the ingredients you'll need:

• 2 halved tomatoes
• ? tsp rapeseed oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 small ripe avocado
• 2 slices seeded wholemeal soda bread (see "goes well with")
• 2 handfuls of rocket

Step 1:

Heat a non-stick frying pan and lightly brush the cut surface of the tomatoes with a bit of oil. Cook them, cut side down, in the pan until they soften and achieve a slight caramelization. Simultaneously, in a separate pan, bring water to a simmer, carefully crack in the eggs, and let them poach for 1-2 minutes until the egg whites set while keeping the yolks runny.

Step 2:

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Smash the avocado onto the bread, top it with the poached eggs, season with freshly ground black pepper, and add a handful of rocket to each serving. Serve the tomatoes on the side (BBC Good Food, 2017c).

4. Chicken, Leek & Brown Rice Stir-Fry

In under 20 minutes, this quick and healthy dinner combines the timeless blend of chicken and chorizo with kale and rice, delivering a substantial meal with only 398 calories per serving, 16g of fat (4g saturated), 33g of carbohydrates, 4g of sugars, high fibre content at 7g, 26g of protein, and 1.1g of salt.

Ingredients for Chicken and Chorizo Skillet with Wholegrain Rice:

• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 250g of thinly sliced chicken breast
• 100g of chopped chorizo
• 1 sliced leek
• 1 chopped red pepper
• 80g of kale, with any tough stalks removed and leaves roughly chopped
• 1 tablespoon of low-salt soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar
• 2 x 250g pouches of microwaveable wholegrain rice

Step 1:

In a frying pan over high heat, heat oil and sauté chicken for 3 minutes. Incorporate chorizo and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the chicken achieves a light golden colour, and the chorizo releases its fat. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the chicken and chorizo to a bowl, leaving as much oil in the pan as possible. Set aside.

Step 2:

Into the pan, add leek and red pepper, cooking for 2 minutes and stirring frequently until slightly softened. Introduce kale and fry for an additional 1 minute until the leaves just begin to wilt at the edges.

Step 3:

Drizzle soy sauce and vinegar into the pan, and add the rice, breaking up any large chunks with a wooden spoon. Stir the chicken and chorizo back into the pan, tossing everything together to combine. Cook for 3 minutes until the rice is heated through, then serve (BBC Good Food, 2022d).

Acknowledgement

Additionally, your overall diet, lifestyle, and individual health circumstances are also important factors to consider. If you're considering making significant dietary changes for health reasons, it's best to seek advice from a healthcare professional or a registered dietitian to make sure your choices align with your specific needs and goals. The information about the dishes or food has been derived from BBC Good Food and the whole credit goes to them (BBC Good Food, 2019a).

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Reference List

BBC Good Food, 2011b. Chicken & chorizo jambalaya. [Online] Available at: https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/chicken-chorizo-jambalaya

BBC Good Food, 2017c. Poached eggs with smashed avocado & tomatoes. [Online] Available at: https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/poached-eggs-smashed-avocado-tomatoes

BBC Good Food, 2019a. Spinach kedgeree with spiced salmon. [Online] Available at: https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/spinach-kedgeree-spiced-salmon

BBC Good Food, 2022d. Chicken, leek & brown rice stir-fry. [Online] Available at: https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/chicken-leek-brown-rice-stir-fry