Your Weight! Your Health! Your Skin!

To be honest, for years I thought these foods were healthy and good for my body, how wrong and shocked was I when I learned the real truth.

The two foods on the spotlight are wheat products and fruit juice! I can almost see your eyes popping out of their sockets in disbelief! Do not worry, it is the same reaction I had when I first heard this.

Wheat products, which include most breads, cereals, pasta, bagels and so forth, are believed to be healthy by a lot of people. An article that I have read by Mike Geary (Certified Nutrition Specialist) suggests that a lot of people have  some level of intolerance to the gluten that is found in wheat and some grains. Gluten intolerance usually causes an extreme physical reaction when ingesting gluten and can cause one to damage their intestines and can cause a poor absorption of minerals and vitamins.

It is said that people who take out wheat products off their nutrition for a couple of weeks almost always see a faster loss in weight, and their indigestion and headaches get under control. So if you are consuming large amounts of wheat, stay off it for a while and enjoy the benefits of consuming less wheat.

When it comes to fruit, do not get it twisted, fruit is very good for you, it is consuming the juice instead of the actual fruit that will make you fat. Let me try and explain this, it is when you over consume the juice that gets squeezed out of the fruit and this causes the fiber to get left behind  in the fruit. Because the fiber gets left behind, you will not experience the full effect that fiber normally gives you because you are only consuming the juice. Secondly, the blood sugar response will be quick when you drink the fruit juice instead of consuming the actual fruit, because the juice will be lacking in fiber.

So now you know, if you over consume fruit juices instead of eating the actual fruit, it will make you fat. Eating whole fruits is great for a healthy overall nutrition. And you know the effects of eating wheat on your body and your weight.

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As you know weight loss is linked to the foods that you put into your tummy. Great nutrition and exercise can, not only make you lose weight, but it can let you live a healthier and longer life and it can leave your skin looking young and vibrant.

Here is a list of foods that will give you energy and make you feel good, so that when you hit the gym, you are feeling strong and have the power to do the exercises you need for losing weight.

1. Beans – I am talking about kidney, navy, lentils, chickpeas and Northern which are all high in protein.  The best part of you eating these beans is that they contain very little fat, carbs and calories, so they will not sabotage your weight loss efforts.

2. Oatmeal – Oatmeal has great health benefits as it lowers the blood cholesterol. Oatmeal will fill you up and it will give you the fibers that your body craves for.

3. Fruits – fruits are best known for the anti oxidants that they contain with the many health benefits.

4. Allium foods – these foods have amazing health benefits such as aiding the body against cancer, lowering the blood pressure and preventing blood clots. So, next time you do your shopping, make sure you get onions, garlic, shallots and leeks.

5. Salmon – Stock up on that salmon because it is rich in protein and it contains the good fats that are recommended for your body. Did I forget to mention that it reduces heart disease?

6. Flax seed – these seeds contain omega 3 fatty acids, omega 6 fatty acids and omega 9 fatty acids. These are must buy foods, they fight diabetes, heart disease and high cholesterol.

7. Peppers – peppers contain vitamin c and beta-carotene, which are antioxidants. All peppers contain capsaicin, which helps to lower cancer risks and heart diseases.

8. Nuts and seeds – I know what you are thinking! Yes nuts are high in fat but they contain good fats as well as protein. So, it is ok to eat peanuts, almonds, Brazil nuts, walnuts and pistachios. They also help to lower the cholesterol.

9. Açai – I bet you have heard about this one. It increases your energy levels and it is rich in antioxidants.

10. Yogurt – yogurt contains calcium, vitamin b and protein. If you are concerned about your weight loss efforts, go for fat free.

Do your body a favor and stock up on these foods . . .

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I am sure you have some sort of an idea of what foods are good for you. This article is going to look at some of the healthiest foods for your body. Some of these may be part of your diet already but others will probably shock you.

Fruits

1. Apricots. Apricots contain Beta-carotene which helps improve vision and keeps the eyes lubricated. Apricots are fat free and contain very little calories. With other health benefits like lowering heart disease, strengthening the immune system, you definitely want this in your nutrition.
2. Mango. Mango comes with a lot of vitamins including vitamin C, vitamin A, and vitamin E among others. It is known to lower the blood cholesterol level, helps boost the immune system among others.
3. Cantaloupe. Cantaloupe is an excellent source of vitamin A, B6, B3 and C. Its health benefits include lowering high blood pressure, and preventing heart diseases and diabetes among many others.
4. Tomato. Tomatoes contain lycopene and its health benefits include reduction of cholesterol and prevention of cancer.

Vegetables

1. Onions. Onions contain flavonoids which aid in protection against cardio vascular diseases. The sulfides that are contained in onions aids in the protection of cancer. Onions have zero fat.
2. Broccoli. Broccoli also contains a lot of vitamin C and beta carotene. It is said to help protect against breast cancer. A cup of broccoli is said to contain only 25 calories and 3 grams of fiber. The past part is that it contains zero fat.
3. Spinach. I love spinach, it helps to prevent macular degeneration which causes blindness in older folks. How amazing is this, one cup of spinach only contains 7 calories, no fat and 1 gram of fiber, so be sure to get that when you go grocery shopping.
4. Peanuts. Even though an ounce of peanuts contains just over 2 grams of fiber, 14 grams of fat and 166 calories, peanuts are still good for you because they lower your risk of heart disease by at least 20%.
5. Pinto Beans. I haven’t personally had them but they are good for preventing heart disease, because of the folate that is contained in them. Half a cup is said to contain 103 calories, 6 grams of fiber and a gram of fat, which is great news for you and me.
6. Skim milk. Skim milk contains vitamin B12 which contributes to good vision. It is not just good for vitamin B12, it also contains vitamin D. A cup of skim milk serves your body with 86 calories, but it contains zero fiber.
7. Seafood. Salmon is an excellent source of omega 3 fatty acids. Consuming salmon will help you reduce your risk of cardiac disease. A 3 ounce of salmon contains zero fiber, 4 grams of fat and 127 calories.Crab. A 3 ounce serving of crab gives the body 84 calories, zero fibre and a gram of fat. Crabs boosts one’s immunity and they also contain vitamin B12.

So there you have it guys. of course there are other foods that you should be including in your diet, and I can safely say that as long as they are fruits and vegetables, they can only add a plus to your health. So stock up on these the next time you go grocery shopping!

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Vegetables oils, nuts and seeds are a rich source of unsaturated fat. Unsaturated fats have amazing health benefits  that include the prevention of certain diseases. Certain seeds contain vitamin E, which is a powerful antioxidant, and it protects the body against aging, arthritis, cardio vascular disease, diabetes and cataracts.

When it comes to oil, saturated fats have to be replaced with mono-unsaturated fats. Doing so will result in improved cholesterol levels and a lower blood pressure.

Ok back to the actual recipe:

You will need 500 g fresh asparagus

6 spring onions, they will need to be chopped

15 ml sesame oil

half of a small lemon

15 ml of lemon juice

lemon wedges and some parsley to garnish

With all the ingredients ready, start by washing the asparagus to ensure it is clean. Once you are satisfied that the asparagus is clean, cook it in salted boiling water until it is tender. This will take about 3 – 5 minutes. once done, drain out all the water.

Saute the spring onion in sesame oil, then add the lemon, lemon juice and the asparagus. Your meal is actually done now.

Dish out, sprinkle the sesame seeds once the food is placed on the plates. Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley, and enjoy!

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Hi guys,

Just a quick smoothie recipe that I tried out, with fantastic results.

With the smoothies article that I shared with you, about how I make my own smoothies, today I tried a different smoothie right after gym. It doesn’t have to be for breakfast, you can do one for lunch or supper also. Have  a look at the article about the smoothies that I wrote a couple of days ago.

For my tropical breakfast, I used 250 ml of fat free yogurt

180 ml of 100% fruit juice, which was a mixture of orange, pineapple and pear juice

5 strawberries, a full banana and 1 kiwi fruit

About half  of a mango, that is chopped and frozen

That is all I needed for my smoothie. I put everything into my blender, a minute later I was enjoying it.

So get creative, and healthier at the same time.