The final place in the list of surprising superfoods goes to the good-old beet. These colourful root vegetables contain powerful nutrient compounds help protect against many diseases. Beets Why?: Beets are rich in folic acid, which has been show to lower levels of homocysteine, an amino acid in blood linked to heart disease. How to […]
Do you still top up on oranges for your vitamin C boost? Think again, with number 4 on the list of surprising superfoods. Kiwis Why?: Kiwis have more immune-system-strengthening vitamin C than grapefruits, oranges, or strawberries. How to Enjoy: Switch out your usual berries with kiwis to put on Greek yogurt, or toss them in […]
In at number 3 is Chard. A Mediterranean favourite and considered to be on of the healthiest vegetables available. Swiss Chard Why?: This leafy green is loaded with potassium, which helps to balance electrolytes and prevent muscle cramps. How to Enjoy: Simply saute Swiss chard and garlic in olive oil for a delicious side dish.
As a snacking favourite of many dieters, pumpkin seeds also offer great nutritional value, making it number 2 on the list of surprising superfoods. Pumpkin Seeds Why?: Rich in protein and phytosterols, these little treats have been shown to reduce levels of harmful LDL cholesterol. How to Enjoy: Eat them plain for an afternoon snack […]
Apples, almonds, broccoli. If you eat the same things every week, you may be missing out on an easy way to boost your health. Many of us pass up foods that are nutritional powerhouses, because we don’t know how to prepare them. Bust out of your culinary rut with number 1 of my disease fighters. […]
If you pile your plate with healthy salad and grilled fish or chicken, you may think you’re on a fast track to weight loss. However, it’s the bits on the side that can trip you up. A dollop of mayonnaise (about 2 tablespoons) caries around 100 calories. Ketchup is better, but depending on how much […]
When sleep deprivation hits, it sends your hormones on a roller-coaster ride in search of sugar. For each 30 minutes of sleep lost a day, we eat, on average, an extra 83 calories. The main 3 factors causing lack of sleep are caffeine, stress and alcohol. As well as reducing these, try the following foods […]
You can break your bad eating habits one step at a time. Here are simple solutions for the 7 most common bad eating habits. Make a plan and stick to it. Consuming the same simple, locally grown or organic foods week to week will help prevent you from resorting to last-minute fast-food (and unhealthy) meals. […]
Many of us fear the consequences of carbohydrates and their associations with weight gain have stuck with many dieters. In fact, this comfort food is an important macronutrient and has major benefits on our bodies. Choosing your carbs wisely could help you to ward off disease, keep the excess pounds at bay and improve your […]
A recent study suggests that eating walnuts a couple of times a week could reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes. The study of almost 140,000 women found that snacking on 28g of walnuts twice a week slashed the risk by 24%. For an extra nutritional boost, opt for raw over roasted nuts.