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20 Best Foods in Your Grocery Store! 6/20:
Black Beans Nutrient-packed and cheap? That’s the one-two punch offered by these legumes. In fact, according to research from the University of Guelph in Ontario, black beans have similar hearth healthy, cancer-preventing compounds typically found in berries, tea, and red wine. What’s more, you’ll receive a beneficial protein-fiber combination each serving. Read more @ http://www.livestrong.com/slideshow/554277-the-20-best-foods-in-your-grocery-store/#ixzz1m5NYybqZ
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20 Best Foods in Your Grocery Store! 5/20:
Bell Peppers In terms of conventional nutrients, peppers are packed with antioxidants (specifically vitamins A, C, and E). And according to research from the University of Illinois, consuming bell peppers can assist the body in neutralizing free radicals, reducing your risk of disease. Read the full list @ http://www.livestrong.com/slideshow/554277-the-20-best-foods-in-your-grocery-store/#ixzz1m5NYybqZ 20 Best Foods in Your Grocery Store! 4/20:
Berries Whether you’re eating black berries loaded with antioxidants that improve brain functioning, or blueberries packed with vision-protecting vitamin C, it’s hard to go wrong by adding one of these super foods to your diet. But if the high vitamin and antioxidant intake isn’t appealing enough, recent research published in the Journal of Medicinal Food found that berries (specifically strawberries, raspberries and blueberries) have properties that can help lower your risk of breast and cervical cancer. courtesy of livestrong.com Attention Women! Worst Shoes for You Feet -
and, yep you guessed it, high heels are the biggest offender. Check out this slide show http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/ss/slideshow-worst-shoes-for-your-feet 3 Tips for Better Shoes If you're ready to do right by your feet, Brenner offers these three tips: • Make sure the shoe bends at the toe box, but is not too flexible. • Make sure there is a sufficient arch support. • Choose a chunky heel that is less than 2 inches high. Courtesy of WebMD.com 20 Best Foods in Your Grocery Store! 3/20:
Avocados Theses super fruits are packed with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, and are excellent carriers for the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K. Research has not only linked avocado consumption to improved cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation, but a 2009 study published in the journal Nutrition and Cancer suggests that avocados have anti-cancer benefits (specifically in the prevention of cancers of the mouth, skin and prostate). *courtesy of livestrong.com 20 Best Foods in Your Grocery Store! 2/20:
Asparagus Not only is this vegetable packed with anti-inflammatory nutrients, it contains high levels of folic acid — which can assist in the regulation of your moods by releasing a neurotransmitter called "serotonin" into your system. But if the feel good powers of asparagus aren’t enough to sway you, maybe its anti-cancer benefits will. Research published in the international journal Cancer Letters suggests that the consumption of asparagus may halt the formation of cancerous tumors. *courtesy of livestrong.com 20 Best Foods in Your Grocery Store! 1/20:
Almonds Whether you’re tossing them into a salad or eating them by the handful — these nuts are an excellent source of monounsaturated fat. They’re also considered an excellent source of protein, vitamins (such as thiamin, riboflavin, and E) and minerals (think: copper, iron, and zinc). And the benefits don’t stop there. According to study published in the British Journal of Nutrition, almond consumption lowers cholesterol. Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/slideshow/554277-the-20-best-foods-in-your-grocery-store/#ixzz1lidmtJ3D If you're feeling depressed or stressed then studies show that you're probably going to overeat. And when you gain weight from overeating you'll end up feeling more depressed and stressed.
How is this vicious cycle broken? With a consistent and challenging exercise routine. *courtesy of swatfitness.com But beyond that, exercise also helps you to feel/ be stronger and more accomplished. It helps your body and mind to feel naturally great, with no negative side effects. You can do it. |
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