Archive for the ‘Diet and food’ Category
Broccoli
Broccoli is loaded with antioxidants, vitamin C, calcium, vitamin A, carotenoids, and folic acid, which is thought to be a major benefit in preventing heart disease. Broccoli also contains lutein which can delay the progression of age related macular degeneration (AMD) which affects 10% of those over the age of 60. Broccoli provides the phytochemical [...]
Tags: anti-cancer, antioxidants, boost the immune system, broccoli, calcium, dietary fiber, folic acid, vitamin C, weight loss
Blueberries
Blueberries are an antioxidant superfood. They’re loaded with antioxidants and phytoflavinoids, and are high in Vitamin C and potassium. Blueberries are a favorite choice of doctors and nutritionists because of their ability to lower your risk of heart disease and cancer. They are also anti-inflammatory reducing your risk of many chronic diseases. The anthocyanins and [...]
Tags: antioxidant, blueberries, blueberry, phytoflavinoids, potassium, superfood
Beans and Lentils
Beans and lentils are rich in beneficial phytochemicals and provide not only high nutritional value, but preventative health attributes as well. Beans, including kidney, black, navy, and pinto as well as chickpeas (garbanzo beans), soybeans, dried peas, and lentils all have anti-aging properties. Beans (except for soybeans), are all naturally low in fat, calories, and [...]
Tags: anti-inflammatory, antioxidants, beans, flavonals, flavonoids, lentils, phytochemicals
Acai Berry
Acai (pronounced ah-sah-EE) is the berry of the Acai Palm tree which is harvested in the rainforests of Brazil. Studies have shown that this little berry is one of the most nutritious and powerful foods in the world! The acai berry tastes like a blend of berries and chocolate and is packed with antioxidants, amino acids and [...]
Tags: acai berries, acai berry, amino acids, antioxidant, essential fatty acids
Superfoods
Superfoods are foods that provide incredible health and nutritional benefits. Experts say superfoods can help ward off heart disease, cancer, high cholesterol, and much more, and they’re readily available at your local supermarket. Superfoods are a special category of foods found in nature. By definition they are low in calorie and rich in nutrients, meaning [...]
Tags: antioxidants, body fat, maintain weight, metabolism, nutrients, nutritional, superfoods
