Many 'dieters' opt out of eating nuts because of their high fat content, but the fats are monounsaturated (GOOD) fats, known to have heart protective benefits.
A palm sized portion is good to add to your daily diet.
But stay off the salty ones!
Eating just one ounce of ALMONDS gives you as much calcium as 5fl oz of milk, and calcium is important for healthy bones, teeth, muscles and nerves. It is also needed for the prevention of osteoporosis.
BRAZIL nuts are packed with selenium. This encourages the feel good factor, improves mental ability and discourages ageing.
WALNUTS are great for brainpower. They are high in omega-3 which aids memory and learning ability.
CASHEWS have a lower fat content than most other nuts, and are a good source of copper and magnesium - essential minerals for a healthy body.
And PECANS are loaded with over 19 vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A and E.
Make some healthy choices each day to improve your wellbeing.
Bev
Tuesday, 22 June 2010
Wednesday, 16 June 2010
I've just been to Jersey for a few days and did cycle about 10 miles along the coast...brownie points there!
But oh the joys of indulging over a long weekend......the problem is how to recover?
I find a few days of eating raw food is the perfect solution to getting your digestive system back on track and generally feeling great.
RAW FOOD is anything in its natural state. So fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds are all wonderful - just don't cook them.
Try a GREEN SMOOTHIE for breakfast - you put 1 banana, 1 large peeled pear, a handful of blueberries, a handful of spinach leaves & a handful of curly kale in a blender with 1/4 pint of water & whizz till smooth. Fantastic mix of vitamins and minerals to start the day.
You can also make dips such as tomato salsa, guacamole, tahini and hummus to have with your meals.
However any HEALTHY CHANGES you can make to your diet are fantastic!
Bev
But oh the joys of indulging over a long weekend......the problem is how to recover?
I find a few days of eating raw food is the perfect solution to getting your digestive system back on track and generally feeling great.
RAW FOOD is anything in its natural state. So fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds are all wonderful - just don't cook them.
Try a GREEN SMOOTHIE for breakfast - you put 1 banana, 1 large peeled pear, a handful of blueberries, a handful of spinach leaves & a handful of curly kale in a blender with 1/4 pint of water & whizz till smooth. Fantastic mix of vitamins and minerals to start the day.
You can also make dips such as tomato salsa, guacamole, tahini and hummus to have with your meals.
However any HEALTHY CHANGES you can make to your diet are fantastic!
Bev
Tuesday, 8 June 2010
WORRIED ABOUT WRINKLES?
Free radicals are organic molecules produced in the body. They are responsible for the signs of ageing, and also diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and some cancers.
Antioxidants occur naturally in certain foods, and they reduce the damage done to body cells by the free radicals.
BERRIES are a great source of antioxidants, particularly BLUEBERRIES, which contain anthocyanins - substances that have been proven to strengthen collagen in the skin, and help prevent it from sagging.
GREEN TEA has antibacterial properties, and is fantastic for skin because it contains polyphenols. These help prevent puffy eyes and soothe areas of red skin.
ACAI BERRIES have an amazing high amount of anti ageing antioxidants, but they cannot be bought fresh in the UK, so many people buy them freeze dried, as juices, or in supplement form.
But the best thing of all.......... DRINK WATER!
Bev
Bev
Antioxidants occur naturally in certain foods, and they reduce the damage done to body cells by the free radicals.
BERRIES are a great source of antioxidants, particularly BLUEBERRIES, which contain anthocyanins - substances that have been proven to strengthen collagen in the skin, and help prevent it from sagging.
GREEN TEA has antibacterial properties, and is fantastic for skin because it contains polyphenols. These help prevent puffy eyes and soothe areas of red skin.
ACAI BERRIES have an amazing high amount of anti ageing antioxidants, but they cannot be bought fresh in the UK, so many people buy them freeze dried, as juices, or in supplement form.
But the best thing of all.......... DRINK WATER!
Bev
Bev
Friday, 4 June 2010
EAT BREAKFAST
I went to Macclesfield Forest at 7.30 this morning, walked for 4 miles with my husband and we didn't see a soul. Sunny, birds singing, glorious day - GET OUT AND WALK - you'll feel great!
It's important to EAT BREAKFAST EVERY DAY because your body has not had any sustenance for many hours and it is in need of nutrients for energy. If you skip breakfast you are setting yourself up for a fall that can lead to fatigue and poor food choices later on.
So, my choice, was the freshly squeezed juice of 3 oranges before the walk (great for vitamin C, and to get your digestive system working).
Then after the walk a bowl of porridge and berries. The oats are slow releasing energy to keep you feeeling full until lunch time and preventing a dip in blood sugar levels, leading to the need to snack.
On a work day, if you are short of time, and really can't stand the thought of eating early on, have a glass of hot water and lemon to wake up your body. Then take some fresh fruit with you to eat as soon as you feel you can, to kick start your metabolism. A banana is perfect - it comes ready wrapped!
Enjoy your day,
Bev
It's important to EAT BREAKFAST EVERY DAY because your body has not had any sustenance for many hours and it is in need of nutrients for energy. If you skip breakfast you are setting yourself up for a fall that can lead to fatigue and poor food choices later on.
So, my choice, was the freshly squeezed juice of 3 oranges before the walk (great for vitamin C, and to get your digestive system working).
Then after the walk a bowl of porridge and berries. The oats are slow releasing energy to keep you feeeling full until lunch time and preventing a dip in blood sugar levels, leading to the need to snack.
On a work day, if you are short of time, and really can't stand the thought of eating early on, have a glass of hot water and lemon to wake up your body. Then take some fresh fruit with you to eat as soon as you feel you can, to kick start your metabolism. A banana is perfect - it comes ready wrapped!
Enjoy your day,
Bev
Wednesday, 2 June 2010
Emotional Eating
Do you eat chocolate when you are bored?
Binge on biscuits when you are stressed?
Or crave crisps to feel calmer?
Is your eating governed by your emotions?
EMOTIONAL EATERS EAT when they are NOT HUNGRY.
You need to CHANGE YOUR HABITS.
Instead of raiding the fridge - this will probably leave you feeling worse - find something else to do. Get absorbed in a good book, play a computer game, ring a friend for a chat, have a relaxing bath........and more importantly, CLEAR OUT THE JUNK.
If you have only healthy, fresh foods at home in your cupboards and fridge, then you cannot be tempted to eat the wrong things.
Need a helping hand to do this......then give me a call!
Bev
Binge on biscuits when you are stressed?
Or crave crisps to feel calmer?
Is your eating governed by your emotions?
EMOTIONAL EATERS EAT when they are NOT HUNGRY.
You need to CHANGE YOUR HABITS.
Instead of raiding the fridge - this will probably leave you feeling worse - find something else to do. Get absorbed in a good book, play a computer game, ring a friend for a chat, have a relaxing bath........and more importantly, CLEAR OUT THE JUNK.
If you have only healthy, fresh foods at home in your cupboards and fridge, then you cannot be tempted to eat the wrong things.
Need a helping hand to do this......then give me a call!
Bev
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