Saturday, November 20, 2010
Red Wine
A rich source of antioxidants flavnoid phonolics, which lower the risk of heart attacks by preventing blood clot formation.
Water
Drink 6-8 glasses of water per day, more if you exercise. Water hydrates your body tissues and helps build muscle.
Shellfish
Rich in vitamin B12 to support nerve and brain function, along with iron and minerals such as magnesium and potassium.
Carrots
An excellent source of vitamin A, which helps sharpen night vision; also rich in fiber and beta-carotene.
Fish Oil
Reduces inflammation in your joints and skin, lowers body fat, and increases testosteron levels, which help build muscle.
Walnuts
Excellent source of an omega-3 fatty acid called alpha-linolenic acid which helps protect against heart disease.
Turmeric
A great antioxidant that helps control free radicals and therefore reduces the risk of cancer.
Red Beans
Great Sources of iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, copper, thiamin, protein and dietary fiber.
Red Meat
A great source of protein, vitamin B12, heme iron, zinc, creatine, and carnosine. Red meat is essential for muscle building.
Figs
A great source of potassium, fiber, and vitamin b6, which increases serotonin levels and lowers cholesterol.
Purple Grapes
Rich in antioxidant compounds help combats atherosclerosis and cancer development; also contains iron, potassium, and fiber.
Fish
Eat 3 servings of fish per week; it's low in fat, high in protein, and contains omega-3 fatty ascides essential to your cells.
Olive Oil
Very Rich in monounsaturated fat content; also conatians a heart-healthy compound called squalene.
Turnips
Rich in fiber, which prevents constipation; and indoles and isothiocyandates, which reduce the risk of some cancers.
Berries
Cranberries, rasberries, blackberries, etc. All are great antioxidants that prevent cancer and heart diseases.
Ginger
This amazing root helps reduce nausea; also may help prevent migraines and athritis pain by blocking prostaglandins.
Cherries
Contains high conent of iron and the highest levels of disease-fighting antioxidants compared to other fruits.
Barley
An excellent source of a soluble fiber called beta- glucan, which helps lower your blood cholesterol.
Watercress
Contains phenethyl isothiocyanate, which along with beta-carotene and vitamins C and E, may help reduce the risk of cancer.
Yogurt
Plain low fat yogurt is the best; contains many beneficial bacteria that improve your gastrointestinal health.
Broccoli
Contains many vitamins as well as Cancer-fighting phytochemicals, anti-estrogenic indoles, fiber, calcium and magnesium.
Canola Oil
A cooking oil that is very rich in the 2 healthiest fats; Monounsaturated and omega-3 fatty acids.
Green Tea
A Strong antioxidant and natural diuretic; speeds up fat loss, prevents cancer, and improves blood sugar and circulation.
Sardines
A great source of protein (which helps stabilize blood sugar) and omega-3 fatty acids; they are economical and essentially free of mercury.
Artichokes
Artichokes contain silymarin, an antioxidant that helps prevent skin cancer; also contain fiber to help control cholesterol.
Monday, November 15, 2010
Quaker Tortillaz
I just picked up Quaker brand Tortillaz snacks from the store and absolutely love them! Some things like rice cakes although a great healthy snack I personally have not been ever able to get into them. These offer a great alternative- they are air baked Rice And Corn Crisps-coming in flavors such as Zesty Guacamole and Cheesy Nacho they taste alot like a Doritos flavor but a thin rice cake texture. Its perfect if you are a snacker but not as fatty like alot of snack foods.
Nutrition Facts | |||||
Serving Size 15 crisps (1oz) | |||||
Amount Per Serving | |||||
Calories from Fat 35 Calories 130 | |||||
% Daily Values* | |||||
Total Fat 4g | 6% | ||||
Saturated Fat 0.5g | 2% | ||||
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |||||
Monounsaturated Fat 0g | |||||
Trans Fat 0g | |||||
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | ||||
Sodium 200mg | 8% | ||||
Potassium 0mg | |||||
Total Carbohydrate 21g | 7% | ||||
Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% | ||||
Sugars 1g | |||||
Other Carbohydrate 0g | |||||
Protein 2g | |||||
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