Sauerkraut is Healthiest Topping for 150 Million Hot Dogs To Be Eaten on July 4th
Sauerkraut is the healthiest topping for hot dogs, which will be consumed in record numbers by millions of Americans this July 4th weekend. According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council Americans will eat 150 million hot dogs on July 4th and 2 billion hot dogs during the month of July. Sauerkraut is high in antioxidant cancer fighting compounds, fiber, vitamins, calcium and minerals.
Finnish researchers reported that fermenting cabbage produces compounds known as isothiocyanates, shown in laboratory studies to prevent the growth of cancer. Fermentation actually enhances its protective effects. Glucosinolates in sauerkraut activate the body's antioxidant enzymes, and flavonoids protect artery walls from oxidative damage. This study was published in the October 23, 2002 Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.
"Many people associate Sauerkraut with Oktoberfest, however July is actually one of the biggest months for the food. Health conscious consumers are beginning to realize that sauerkraut is actually on of the healthiest foods they can eat, and you'll see it being used in an increasing number of recipes as awareness increases. Even supermodels like Heidi Klum are making it part of their diet, so the rest of the country is bound to follow her lead," says Chris Smith, VP of marketing for the Fremont Company, one of the United States' leading producers of sauerkraut.
The 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, published by the United States Department of Agriculture, recommends a minimum of five servings of fruits and vegetables per day, especially those rich in naturally occurring substances, including antioxidants, flavonoids and vitamins.
About The Fremont Company
The Fremont Company is a 100 year old consumer food product company headquartered in Fremont, OH. The Fremont Company produces nationally distributed consumer and food service products including Franks and Snowfloss Kraut and Mississippi BBQ Sauce. The Fremont Company maintains cross promotional relationships with several major restaurant chains and is distributed in various ballparks and stadiums including Yankee Stadium. Check out other sexy and unique recipes at www.sauerkraut.com
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BIGfrontier for the Fremont Company
Katy Busser, 312-224-8546
kbusser@bigfrontier.org
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