Health: Nutrition


Dates

Palm trees have been around for ever, and their fruits are small, brown and very sweet; Dates. Dates make a great dessert, but they also make a good, nutritious meal in them selves!
They are rich in minerals such as calcium, iron and potassium, and full of vitamins like vitamin A, B and C, they are also Cholesterol free.
Dates are used to cure lots of digestive illnesses; they are good for fighting constipation and heart-burns. They are also a great cancer fighter.

The healthy drink pomegranate juice is known for its richness in antioxidants; these chemicals that fight cell decay and fights cancer.
In a very recent research, it was proven that pomegranate juice works against prostate cancer.
It was evident that lab mice that were given the juice showed a decrease in the size of the human prostate cancer tumors that they had.

Fruits and Veggies for your Pancreas

Pancreas cancer is not as common as breast or lung cancer, but its diagnosis and treatment are difficult.
Diets rich in fruits and vegetables reduce a person's risk of developing pancreas cancer by 50 percent, according to a new study in the United States.
The vegetables most strongly associated with increased protection were onions, garlic, beans, yellow vegetables and dark leafy vegetables.

super peppers

Peppers—whether sweet bell or hot chili—are members of the plant "capsicum", a term that comes from the Greek word kapto, which means "to bite."

All peppers contain compounds called capsaicinoids. This is what makes peppers an extraordinary anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-cancer, heart-healthy effects.
Chilies are also great antioxidants and contain about twice the amount of vitamin C found in citrus fruits.

folic acid

Women planning pregnancy should make sure to eat plenty of foods full of Folic Acid or take a supplement to prevent birth defects, because this Acid in particular regulates embryo and fetal development.
And if you aren’t pregnant, you should also have good quantities of Folic Acid in your diet.
Why? Here’s why ...

water

Nearly everything alive is made starting with water. And we as human beings need water to live, for we can live without food, but not without water.

The benefits of water are countless, but as a few I will mention 5:

1.Water hydrates the body inside and out, so when you’re feeling tired and hot, your body is calling out for help; drink a glass of water and you’ll start feeling the difference immediately.
2.Water cleans the internal organs in our bodies; it washes out the acids in our stomach, and also washes out our bowels.

healthy acai berries

You might have never heard of this “Super food”, but it one of the most nutritious and powerful foods in the world! It is what you may call Nature’s Perfect Energy Fruit.
Açaí (ah-sigh-ee) is the high-energy berry of a special Amazon palm tree. Harvested in the rainforests of Brazil, Açaí tastes like a vibrant blend of berries and chocolate.
This berry is full of antioxidants, amino acids, dietary fibers and essential fatty acids that resemble those in olive oil.
Although Açaí may not be available in your local supermarket, you can find it in several health food and gourmet stores (often in juice form).

salmon fish

Oil-Rich fish such as Salmon, contain omega-3 fats that help reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. They also contain essential fatty acids (EFAs), which help maintain skin elasticity and prevent wrinkles.

You might be eating well, but you also might need a major improvement when it comes to a real healthy diet.
To boost your nutrition, there are a few easy steps you can take; they will leave you feeling better and more energetic.

Drink less soda.
Soda contains refined sugar, which is a big problem. You need to dampen your thirst with water or milk.

almonds

Almonds are extremely healthy, and they are very good for the mind and body.
Whether they are roasted, toasted, baked or eaten raw, Almonds are high in vitamin E and are cholesterol free.
From snaking on them to cooking with them to sprinkling them on your favorite foods, almonds always enhance you health.

Click here for ways to use almonds in your food.

Japanese Wheat Tea Set

Wheat Tea is 100% natural and made from wheat and black tea. The aroma of this tea will remind you of refreshing open grasslands. This tea is nourishing to the body; it is good for the digestive system. The Wheat tea has a nutty fragrance and a pleasing mellow flavor. In winter it can be served hot, while in summer it can be served cold; it is so refreshing and works as an air-conditioner!

lettuce

Romaine lettuce, spinach and other leafy vegetables contain powerful disease-fighting natural antioxidants.
The average adult needs to boost their consumption of dark green vegetables by 200 to 300 percent. We currently eat so little of these foods that our health is suffering, thus the average adult should eat three cups of green leafy vegetables a week.

snacks

Quick ! Name a few smart “in between meal” snacks ! If you all you could think about is baby carrots, then you will love this;

Dips: Hummus and Salsa; hummus contains healthy fats, and salsa is fat-free. They both have less than 50 calories per serving. Use them with those baby carrots!

vitaminc

What are green, fuzzy and brown, and more nutrient-dense than any other popular fruit?