Attention Choco-holics! Come to the dark side! If you like chocolate, you will be pleased to know that dark chocolate is actually very good for you. Dark chocolate contains heart-healthy phytochemicals which benefit both the mind and the body. There is an abundance of antioxidants found in dark chocolate, and an abundance of health benefits to gain from eating dark chocolate.
These benefits and many others are a very good reason to indulge in a little bit of dark chocolate.
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Broccoli has many nutrients and is a rich source of biochemicals that aid in preventing illness and diseases. Broccoli is a common find in Europe, the United States, and in Australia. Along with being a tasty side dish, broccoli also has a ton of wonderful health benefits.
For a healthy side dish, include some broccoli in with your dinner tonight. If you are looking to add broccoli to your children's diet, adding a little lowfat cheese will not only make broccoli more enticing, it will also give your children a calcium boost. Blueberries are primarily native to North America and east Asia. However, the demand for blueberries has countries throughout the world harvesting this super fruit. North America makes up for 90% of the blueberry harvest. Its popularity may have something to do with the fact that blueberries are full of beneficial nutrients.
Packed with Vitamin C, one serving of blueberries contain 25% of your daily vitamin C requirement. Vitamin C promotes healthy gums, iron absorption, and it can help boost your immune system. Worried that you are not getting enough fiber? One serving of blueberries can help you meet your daily requirement of dietary fiber. The number of vitamins, sodium, copper, fructose, and acids in blueberries, aids in improving digestion. Blueberries have the highest amounts of antioxidants, as it is rich in vitamins B, E and A. Also, blueberries are rich in copper, selenium, zinc, and iron. The antioxidants in blueberries can also help prevent peptic ulcers, glaucoma, and heart disease. Studies have also shown that blueberries also help in preventing Alzheimer's Disease. Not only does this delicious super fruit prevent illness, it may also aid in reducing your waistline. A study was conducted, using rats as the test subject. Rats where given blueberry powder for 90 days. After the 90 days, the rats were shown to have less fat on their abdomen. Blueberries have also proven to be beneficial to your vision. A compound called anthcyanosides has shown to slow down vision loss. Blueberries can keep you alert, active, and in a good mood (they have been shown to be a good anti-depressant). If you are looking for an alternative to medicine, pick up some blueberries for a tasty treat that will make you happy, keep your waistline trim, and prevent illness. Avocados, also known as "alligator pears," have many health benefits. This "alphabet fruit" contains vitamins A, C, E, K, and B6. They also contain antioxidants and health mono saturated fats. Along with these benefits, there are several more reasons why avocados should be added to your diet. Avocados are high in potassium. Avocados have 30% more potassium than bananas. Potassium helps in controlling blood pressure, and it aids in preventing circulatory diseases. Avocados provide skin protection. Chock full of vitamin E, this alligator pear can protect your skin and keep you looking healthy and young. Avocados prevent symptoms of aging. Rich in antioxidants, avocados boost the immune system and aids in keeping your nervous system healthy. Avocados keep your eyes healthy. Avocados can keep you safe from cataracts and macular degeneration, by means of carotenoid lutein . Avocados can ease Arthritis. The antioxidants in avocados can aid in preventing Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis. The avocado helps in reducing inflammation at the problem area. From keeping your skin looking healthy, to easing inflammation due to arthritis, avocados have the nutrients you need to keep you living a longer and healthy life. (Previously published by Shauna Silva on Yahoo Contributor Network) "An apple a day, keeps the doctor away!"
The age-old saying has been told from generation to generation. Thirty-six states in America grow apples to sell nationwide, four states have apple as their state fruit. There are many health benefits to eating apples:
Adding this super food sweet treat to your daily diet will not only curb your sweet tooth, it will also help you maintain good health! One way to incorporate apples into your system is with some apple tea. Hot or cold, this tea is simply amazing. (Previously published by Shauna Silva on Yahoo Contributor Network) #apples #health #healthbenefits #heartdisease #memory #menopause #fiber #antioxidants #sweettooth Cinnamon, one of the oldest spices around, is native to Sri Lanka. For thousands of years, cinnamon has been used as an alternative to medicine. Cinnamon is chock full of antioxidants that can heal ailments and fight illness. There are several health benefits to this age-old spice. Do you suffer from Arthritis? Cinnamon may be able to reduce cytokines that are linked to arthritis pain. This was proved in a study conducted at the Department of Internal Medicine, Kangnam Korean Hospital. Are you Diabetic? Cinnamon has a regulatory effect on blood sugar. You won't have to worry about cinnamon affecting your blood sugar. Looking to boost brain function? Studies have shown that if you smell cinnamon, it can boost memory and cognitive function. Do you have bad breath? Cinnamon can be used to fight tooth decay and bad breath. If you chew small pieces of cinnamon, or gargle with cinnamon and water, you can freshen your breath. Worried about Cholesterol? By adding one half teaspoon of cinnamon to your diet every day, you can lower your cholesterol. Cinnamon has been shown to significantly lower LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. All of the benefits listed are great reasons why you should keep some cinnamon around. Add some cinnamon to your oatmeal, sprinkle some into a cup of tea or coffee, and reap the wonderful benefits of cinnamon in your diet. On a cold night, you will undoubtedly be craving some hot tea. One of my favorite teas to drink is Baked Cinnamon Apple. I highly recommend it. Recently, there has been a lot of chatter about what Fulvic Acid can do for you. Many people swear by its ability to improve cognitive function, which in turn decreases the chances of dementia. Before diving into the incredible benefits of Fulvic Acid, let’s find out what Fulvic Acid is. Fulvic Acid is described as being a “humic substance.” Meaning, it is an important component of organic matter. Because Fulvic Acid is a component of soil, it is released when organic matter decomposes. When this occurs, millions of healthy microbes are released, thus giving birth to all the amazing benefits of this powerhouse supplement. Fulvic Acid contains:
Benefits of Fulvic Acid Digestion Fulvic Acid carries components that can aid in healthy digestion of foods. In fact, the components can help your body absorb nutrients. If you are someone who has issues with absorbing nutrients (example, if you have Celiac Disease like me), this supplement could help your body absorb the nutrients needed to keep you healthy. Cellular Health If you have trouble with staying hydrated, the components inside Fulvic Acid can help release water into your cells at an elevated rate. This will also help increase enzyme activity. Brain activity & energy levels Not only does Fulvic Acid help your body absorb nutrients, it also releases the nutrients into deep tissue, which decreases feelings of lethargy and tiredness. With more nutrients in your body, you will see an increase in energy levels. Many studies have shown that Fulvic Acid can discourage cognitive impairment, such as dementia. Fulvic Acid has also been shown to aid in treating the following:
To recap: When people say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, they aren't kidding. Our bodies are our sacred vehicle, and food is our fuel. In order to get going in the morning, you need the proper nutrients. Complex carbs and protein are key in starting your day off right. My go-to breakfast is oatmeal and coffee with almond milk. In the oatmeal, I add a scoop of chocolate protein powder, chia seeds, and LivFit superfood powder. Guys, this meal keeps me full through lunch. When it comes to weight loss, you have to have a good breakfast. You need that fuel for your body so you can power through your workouts. If you workout on an empty stomach, your body ends up feeding on your muscle instead of fat. This can reverse weight loss, causing you to GAIN weight (Plus you end up not feeling as good. You feel lethargic, achy, and grumpy). I highly recommend oatmeal and protein powder as a breakfast option. Also, I recommend egg whites with avocado, chives, green onions, diced green peppers, Himalayan Sea salt, and pepper. Whole wheat toast or any kind of multigrain bread works with this meal. Make sure it isn't white bread. Bleached flour is a no-no. If you're gluten free because of Celiac Disease, Udi's Multigrain Bread can be substituted. For oatmeal, check out Quaker Oat's GF Oatmeal. This Celiac has been using it since it came out and I haven't had any reactions. Oh, if you get hungry between breakfast and lunch, bring almonds with you to work. Plain almonds with no salt, chocolate, or anything. Happy breakfast eating! #weightloss #breakfast #morning #fitness #food #foodie #advice #healthyliving #workouts #foodisfuel Not since the gluten free craze has a diet caused so much buzz.
With celebrities, such as Kourtney Kardashian and Jenna Jameson using the diet to get in the best shape of their lives, it makes people wonder: is this diet the “real deal?” What is the Keto Diet? The Keto Diet is a very low-carb, moderately high in protein, and high in fat. The food on this diet turns your body into a fat burning machine. What do people on the Keto Diet eat? Veggies, healthy fats like avocado, lean protein such as chicken. And fish, cheese and eggs. A word about veggies: they have to be veggies that grow above ground. That means no carrots. When it comes to carbs, they say to keep under 25-50 grams of carbs a day. On top of the below food pyramid, nuts are highly recommended. What not to eat on a Keto Diet. Anything carbs and starch. No bread, no potatoes, no rice. No oatmeal, no granola bars. Stay away from pasta, fruit, donuts, juice, soda, or candy. If you do add carbs into your day, make sure they are complex carbs. As far as alcohol is concerned, beer is not allowed. Wine is okay, once in a while (FitVine makes a healthy, low carb wine. I’m still searching for it in my area. It’s so hard to find). If you’re wondering if you can still have your cup of tea and/or coffee, you can, as long as you don’t go crazy with the milk, cream, and sugar. Expectations for Keto: Many say that you can lose up to 20 pounds a month. The Keto Diet helped Jenna Jameson lose 60 pounds of baby weight and she’s never looked better. Kourtney Kardashian is also in the best shape of her life after having 3 kids. Is it safe? This diet has been controversial in the press, due to the low carb/high fat part. The Keto Diet is safe, when done properly. If you need more information, check out Healthline's article. #Keto #KetoDiet #Diet #Fitness #WeightLoss #HealthyLiving #LowCarb #ketosis #weightloss #health #wellness Garlic may cause bad breath, but it also has an abundance of health benefits. Since the dawn of time, people have used garlic to cure illnesses. Popularly used in Folk Medicine, garlic is said to have the ability to cure almost anything.
There are two main medicinal ingredients in garlic: allicin and diallyl sulphides. The sulphurous compounds inside garlic adds to the power in this popular cooking ingredient. There are many benefits to adding a little more garlic into your life. Garlic protects against cancer. Compounds in garlic have been shown to protect the body from various cancers:
Garlic has been shown to reduce pain and inflammation associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis. Garlic can repel mosquitoes. Throughout history, garlic has been used as a way to protect against mosquitoes. Garlic can boost the immune system. The anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties in garlic, have been known to ward off illnesses. If you have a skin condition caused by bacteria, fungus, or yeast, it can be treated by chopping up a clove of garlic, and rubbing it on the affected area. Naming just a few of the health benefits of garlic, you can see why it is important to keep garlic as a staple in your diet. |
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