Interactive Health
Monday, September 26th, 2011
5 Power Foods for Weight Reduction and Better Health
When it comes to weight loss and overall health, the standard of the foodstuffs you eat on a regular basis are vitally important. You’ve probably heard the claim, “You are what you eat”. The question is, what you have you been eating the majority of the time? Lots of junk food? Sugar? Greasy foods? Trans fat?
Losing pounds and improving your health demands you to re-think your daily nourishment and begin making better decisions.
Below are 5 power foods for weight loss and great health to start you on the right way.
1) Salmon
Salmon is one of the most delicious foods you can eat, containing essential protein and favorable omega-3 trans acids that you require to function properly. Salmon also contains a surprising number of minerals and vitamins like vitamin C, niacin, vitamins B6 and B12, phosphorous, magnesium, iron, and potassium.
2) Fruit
Nearly all fruits are delicious, but berries, bananas, apples and citrus fruits are some of the top choices. Often dieters avoid eating fruit because they believe the sugar content will prevent them from shedding weight, but that could be a myth. The sugar in fruit is different than white “table sugar” and fruit also contains fiber which helps in reducing the effect on blood sugar. Most fruits are also lowcal, so they are a better choice than other “sweets” you might eat.
3) Beans
Beans are a good source of protein, fiber, minerals and vitamins. Most varieties of beans contain a reasonable number of calories per serving, but they’re filling so you do not need to eat a large amount of them to feel satisfied. They are also very versatile and can be added to most any dish easily.
4) Green Veggies
Green veggies are rich in nutriments like vitamins A, K, C, and E, and minerals like iron, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and potassium. Even better, they’re extremely low calorie and rich in fiber so you’re feeling satisfied for a long time after eating them.
5) Olive Oil
Olive oil is one of the healthiest sources of fat you can eat on a regular basis due to its wonderful health benefits. Not only is it reported to help lower cholesterol and ease inflammation, it’s loaded with advantageous anti oxidising compounds that can help cut your likelihood of cancer. If you stress about the high calorie content of olive oil, do not. Yes it’s calorie rich, but consider the undeniable fact that you don’t need to use all that much of it if you are only dripping a little bit over salad or cooking with it. Also consider that including adequate amounts of healthy fats in your diet can aid in increasing satiety and reduce food cravings so you’ll doubtless eat less and feel more satisfied. A tiny bit of olive oil goes a good way for health benefits and satisfaction.
These 5 foods are not the only power foods you can eat for weight loss and general health, but they are definitely a massive step in the right direction.
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