We all know the foods that we’re suppose to avoid. Sugar, salt, and trans fat to name a few.
Instead of feeling like you’re missing out, add these fabulous foods to your diet. Not only are they good for you, but they taste great too!
5 things to start eating more of:
1-Broccoli
-These green veggies have 205% of your daily intake.
2-Tofu
-Even if you eat meat you need this low calorie, high nutrient source of protein.
3- Quinoa
- This is a complete protein, which means that it contains all nine essential amino acids.
4- Raspberries, Cranberries & Blueberries
-Delicious and a great source of antioxidants.
5- Water
-Staying hydrated-optimal health.
According to Sympatico.MSN
There is a whole lot going on with your body- repairing tissues, food being digested and your brain is working away. To make sure that everything is running smoothly and to the best of its abilities you need to make sure you’re eating properly!
Here are 5 nutrients that, according to SympaticoMSN.com, are essential for your health and happiness.
1. Essential fats: Your body can’t make essential fats on its own so you need to get these fats from your diet
2. Calcium: Calcium is your body’s most abundant mineral and is responsible for developing strong bones and teeth
3. Iron: The most common nutrient deficiency worldwide is iron deficiency (also known as anemia).
4. Protein: Your body needs protein for overall health, for muscle repair, hormonal balance, immune system function and for weight loss.
5. Antioxidants: Anti-oxidants such as vitamins E, C, selenium and lycopene (found in tomatoes) bind to free oxygen radicals and prevent these radicals from damaging healthy cells
Men and women have different nutritional needs - therefore there are foods that are more important for each to eat. Here are a few, and why they’re important:
- Tomato Sauce - protects against prostate cancer.
- Oysters - boosts zinc intake, which helps with the male reproductive system.
- Broccoli - protects against bladder cancer, which is especially popular in men.
- Peanut Butter - protects against heart disease.
- Watermelon - has tons of potassium, therefore protects against high blood pressure.
- Papaya - contains tons of vitamin C, which protects against gallbladder disease.
- Flaxseed - potential weapon against breast cancer.
- Tofu - High in soy protein, which can lower cholesterol and may minimize menopausal hot flashes and strengthen bone.
- Buffalo Meat - contains a lot of iron, which helps with anemia (this condition occurs more in women.)
- Collard Greens - may help with osteoporosis.
This smooth, creamy treat can de-bloat your belly, boost your immunity, and more
You know yogurt is healthy and a great way to get calcium, and you may have even heard about probiotics, the “helpful” bacteria that boost your immune system. But you get to the dairy aisle and you’re dumbfounded. So much sugar, so many health promises! Some yogurts could be considered liquid candy bars; others sound medicinal enough to require a prescription. But understanding the nutritional ins and outs of this power food is worth the effort.
According to Cynthia Sass
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