Top Heart Health Tips: How Diet and Lifestyle Can Prevent Heart Disease

Recipe: Easy “Har Gow” (Prawn Dumplings)

Ingredients

Seasoning (your choice) and cornflour

3 Rice papers

120g Frozen prawns

Instructions

1. Prepare the prawns:
   • Thaw the prawns overnight in the fridge or using the microwave defrost function.
   • Pat dry to remove excess water, then dice and mince them.
   • Add 1 tsp of cornflour and your favorite Asian seasonings (e.g., ginger powder, garlic powder, white pepper, and a pinch of salt).
   • Stir the mixture in a circular motion until the prawns form a paste.
2. Prepare the wrapper:
   • Pour boiling water onto a large plate.
   • Dip the rice paper for 3-5 seconds, just until it softens slightly (don’t over-soak!).
   • Lay the softened rice paper on a plate or cutting board.
   • Place the prawn paste in the center, then fold the paper inward to form either a square or circular dumpling.
3. Cook the dumplings:
   • Steam for 5-8 minutes, until the rice paper becomes translucent.
   • Enjoy! (Optional: Serve with low-sodium soy sauce).

For more heart-healthy Omega-3 recipes, click here!

Book now to start your journey toward a healthier and happier life. 

References

1. Heart Foundation. (2024, February 18). What is heart disease? Retrieved September 27, 2024, from https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/your-heart/what-is-heart-disease ↩︎
2. Heart Foundation. (2024, January 16). Are you at risk of heart disease? Retrieved September 27, 2024, from https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/your-heart/are-you-at-risk-of-heart-disease ↩︎
3. Khan, S. U., Lone, A. N., Khan, M. S., Virani, S. S., Blumenthal, R. S., Nasir, K., Miller, M., Michos, E. D., Ballantyne, C. M., Boden, W. E., & Bhatti, D. L. (2021, Jul 8). Effect of omega-3 fatty acids on cardiovascular outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis. eClinicalMedicine, 38(100997). 10.1016/j.eclinm.2021.100997 ↩︎
4. Rodriguez, D., Lavie, C. J., Elagizi, A., & Milani, R. V. (2022, Dec 3). Update on Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids on Cardiovascular Health. Nutrients, 14(23), 5146. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu14235146 ↩︎
5. Mlynarska, E., Hajdys, J., Czarnik, W., Fularski, P., Leszto, K., Majchrowica, G., Lisinska, W., Rysz, J., & Franczyk, B. (2024, Aug 6). The Role of Antioxidants in the Therapy of Cardiovascular Diseases—A Literature Review. Nutrients, 16(16), 2587. MDPI. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16162587 ↩︎

Check our Previous Blogs

• Stroke Recovery: How Exercise and NDIS Support Can Improve Your Health
• Understanding Osteoporosis: A Guide to Stronger Bones 
• Celebrating National Nutrition Week: How Food Connects and Nourishes Us
• Top Heart Health Tips: How Diet and Lifestyle Can Prevent Heart Disease
• Spotlight on Exercise and Mental Health: Sticking with It