Korean Picnic Salad & BBQ Shrimp from Brian Malarkey’s Green Acre

Korean Picnic Salad & BBQ Shrimp from Brian Malarkey’s Green Acre

by | Oct 24, 2018 | All, Home, Nutrition, Recipes

“Making everyday meals memorable is something that excites me, so at Green Acre being able to provide elevated farm-focused breakfast, lunch, and happy hour options provides our guests to have delicious, simple food. The menu makes it easy to come back each day for the favorite dishes they trust and love. We utilize ingredients from our onsite organic garden at the Campus Pointe location to create fresh, local food.”

Chef Brian Malarkey

Brian Malarkey's Green Acre

Photography provided by: Katalyst PR

Brian Malarkey’s Green Acre (Campus Pointe) is located at the following location:

Brian Malarkey's Green Acre

Distance to closest LA Fitness: 6.5 miles to 4984 Shawline St., SD, CA 92111 LA Fitness

Brian Malarkey’s Green Acre Campus Pointe is located at 10300 Campus Point Drive SD, CA 92121. Open Monday through Friday from 7am to 3pm. For the menu and additional details, please visit greenacresd.com/campus-pointe/.

Photography by: Katalyst PR

Korean Picnic Salad & BBQ Shrimp from Brian Malarkey’s Green Acre

Ingredients

For the Salad

  • 1 Large Head of Napa Cabbage – Sliced Thin
  • 1 Large Handful Bean Sprouts
  • 1 Each Pineapple – Diced
  • 1 Each Fresno Chili – Sliced Thin and Rinsed
  • 1 Bunch Cilantro – Rough Chopped
  • 1/2 Bunch Mint – Leaves Picked and Rough Chopped
  • 1/2 Bunch Thai Basil or Regular Basil – Leaves Picked and Rough Chopped
  • 1/2 Cup Cashews – Toasted – Salted – Rough Chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons – Furikake – Japanese Sesame/ Nori Seasoning

For the Dressing

  • ¼ Cup GoChuJang – Korean Chili Condiment
  • 2 Tablespoons – Lime Juice
  • 2 Tablespoons – Soy Sauce
  • 1/3 Cup Avocado Oil
  • 1 Tablespoon Ginger – Peeled and Chopped

For the BBQ Shrimp

  • 4 Wooden Skewers – Soaked in water for a few hours
  • 16 Shrimp (16/20) 4 on each Skewer
  • 2 Tablespoons – GoChuJang
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

 

Method

Step 1:

For the Shrimp

  • Rub the Skewered Shrimp with the GoChuJang
  • Grill until the shrimp are cooked all the way through, 2 to 3 minutes on each side.

Step 2: Toss in salad mixture and enjoy!

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by | Oct 23, 2018 | All, Ask Our Dietitian, Home, Nutrition

Question:

In my recent blood test, my triglycerides were borderline high. How do I get my triglycerides down to acceptable levels?

– Anthony C.

Answer:

Triglycerides in the blood are basically free-floating fats that are not bound to cholesterol. A lab value showing hypertriglyceridemia is an indication of increased risk for stroke, heart attack, and heart disease, or maybe a sign of other medical conditions. Dietary factors that increase triglyceride levels include alcohol, excess carbohydrate, sugars, and calories.

Here are tips for lowering blood triglycerides:

  • Avoid sugar and refined carbohydrates – Limit starchy foods, sugary drinks, and caloric sweeteners. Avoid added sugars and desserts. Choose whole grains over white flour products. Consider limiting calories from carbohydrates to 60% of all calories.
  • Choose healthier fats – Reduce saturated and trans-fat. Eat the lowest-fat dairy and animal proteins available. Instead of cheese or eggs, choose plant proteins. Snack on nuts and seeds versus fried pork skins. Instead of fatty meats containing saturated fat, choose fish with omega-3 unsaturated fat. Opt for oil-based dressing and sauces over cream-based ones.
  • Limit alcohol – Consume fewer alcoholic beverages.
  • Exercise regularly – A healthy minimum for physical activity is 150 minutes (30 mins x 5 times) of moderate-intensity exercise per week.
  • Lose weight – If you are overweight, losing just 5% body weight can lower triglycerides.

Sources:

  1. Foods to Avoid If You Have High Triglycerides. Web MD.  https://www.webmd.com/cholesterol-management/ss/slideshow-triglyceride-foods-to-avoid
  2. Triglycerides: Frequently Asked Questions. American Heart Association.  www.my.americanheart.org/idc/groups/ahamah-public/@wcm/@sop/@smd/documents/downloadable/ucm_425988.pdf
  3. Triglycerides: Why Do They Matter? The Mayo Clinic, 9.13.2018 https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/in-depth/triglycerides/art-20048186

– Debbie J., MS, RD

This article should not replace any exercise program or restrictions, any dietary supplements or restrictions, or any other medical recommendations from your primary care physician. Before starting any exercise program or diet, make sure it is approved by your doctor.

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by | Oct 22, 2018 | All, Fitness, Home, Member Stories, Podcast

Welcome to the 12th episode of the Living Healthy Podcast, presented by LA Fitness.

On this episode of Living Healthy, we speak with Matt Harrison, LA Fitness member and elite athlete, who shares how you too can become an elite athlete with just a few changes made to your lifestyle. 

Hey there! Is there something you’re interested in hearing about? Do you have a fitness topic of interest? How about nutrition? Or maybe you have a fitness success story (or know someone else who does) and want to share it with us? Tweet, message or email us your thoughts and opinions. We love hearing from our listeners and thank you for being a member of the Living Healthy Podcast community!

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by | Oct 20, 2018 | All, Fitness, Home, Wellness

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Health and wellness can be thought of as the trifecta of physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. A balanced life of healthy eating, sleeping, exercise and time spent doing the things you love with those you love can all lead to a happier self – and who doesn’t want to be happy?

On the day of the event, thousands of people showed up from various organizations to show their support for a great cause. The air was filled with an electric sense of positivity and hope that absolutely radiated in smiles and kind words of fellow walkers.

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In honor of MIAW, the LA Fitness Living Healthy Podcast published a special episode which featured Neel Doshi, DO, a psychiatrist with Kaiser Permanente Orange County. He helped us better understand the impact exercise can have when added to a treatment plan. If you’re one of the many who deal with anxiety or depression symptoms, you may want to give the episode a listen.

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It’s been such a positive experience to hear from many different people about their relatable struggles with mental illness. It really means a lot to talk about it and remove some of the stigma.

Penny S.

I really enjoyed sharing the walk with my wife and son. It was a great event and the turn out proved that we are chipping away at the stigma that surrounds mental illness.

Andrew G.

To see so many people come out to fight the stigma surrounding mental illness was both touching and inspiring. I was so proud to rally behind such a strong force and share such empowerment with my son.

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Do you have a fitness question? Ask one of our certified Pro Results® trainers here! Your question may be featured in an upcoming Ask Our Trainer video.**

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