Posts Tagged ‘omega_3_fatty_acids’
6 Superfoods
Written by Lisa on April 1, 2008 – 10:57 am -Did you know that there are foods out there that can be used as health boosting agents?
Coconut Milk
Coconut milk is both rich and the fat is mostly saturated. It also contains lots of lauric acid which is an antiviral, antibacterial fatty acid. Lauric acid is also one of the immune boosters that babies get from breast milk.
Grass Fed Beef
Beef is a source of iron, vitamin B, and zinc. However, grass fed beef resembles the game that our ancestors ate. It contains less fat, more anticancer fat, and more omega-3 fatty acids.
Nuts
Nuts are rich in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats and antioxidants. Walnuts are one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids which fight obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
Cinnamon
Studies have shown that cinnamon regulates blood sugar, inhibits cancer cells, and is anti-inflammatory.
Raw Honey and Molasses
Use these sweeteners instead of sugar. Raw honey contains phytonutrients enzymes that aid digestion. Molasses is a good source of iron and other minerals.
Olive Oil
Olive oil contains monounsaturated fats, phenols, and Vitamin E. In plain English, that means it reduces inflammation, has cancer fighting antioxidants, and lowers the risk of heart disease, protest skin from damaging agents, and prevents nerve damage.
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Lose Weight Foods
Written by Lisa on March 11, 2008 – 11:44 pm -Yes, there really are foods that can help you lose weight. You may want to start eating these food:
Walnuts - Not only can eating walnuts on a regular basis lower your cholesterol, they help you feel full. They contain proteins, healthy fats, and omega 3 fatty acids which contributes towards this.
Green Tea - Research has shows that green tea can increase your metabolism. If you drink it without milk or sugar, it does not contain any calories.
Whole Grain Cereal - Since whole grain foods take longer to digest, they make you feel full longer.
Watermelon - Any fruits or vegetables with a high water content fill you up with fewer calories. Other foods that can be included here are lettuce, cantaloupe, and cucumbers.
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