Wednesday, October 3, 2007

Another Hump-Day: Keeping Up That Healthy Half-Way Through the Week

Hey, Guess what?
Blueberries and Red Beans-- just a few of the many foods rich in antioxidants--are powerful remedies in the fight against canser. Research shows that fruits, vegetables and other low-fat vegetarian foods may help prevent cancer and even imporve survival rates. What this research is REALLY saying is that a healthy plant-based diet can lower your cholesterol, increase you energy and help with weight loss and diabetes. Well, duh.

So, what are those healthier foods that mean good energy? Here's Five....
1. Blueberries: They're packed with antioxidants that boost brain cells and help keep memory sharp. Toss half a cup onto your cereal. Yummy!!!!

2. Apples: Their high fiber content means they deliver steady energy even hours after you've eaten one! They also are proven to help prevent dehydration....An Apple a day really CAN help keep the doctor away....

3. Fish: The omega-3 fatty acids in oily fish such as salmon are linked to improve concentration and memory.

4. Spinach: TONS of iron, which helps deliver oxygen to your cells. When you're low on this mineral, you'll feel like you're.......about....to...crash!!! It's yummy in pasta and salads or just with some apple cider vinegar (which also helps you to not retain water).

5. NUTS!!! Go Nuts! They help you build energy with a daily handful of almonds, hazelnuts or cashews, all of which contrain fatigue-fighting magnesium. Yay!....wonderful for a busy life-style.

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