Nutrition

Benefits of vegetables in the diet

February 9, 2013
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Benefits of vegetables in the diet

The benefits of legumes in the diet are several and among them are the facts that it is one of the foods that provide more nutrients to the body, thereby being used in meatless diets. Lentils, chickpeas, beans and beans provide a good percentage of protein and nutrients being especially recommended as part of the daily diet due to its versatility that allows preparing them in different ways. Thus, for example, beans (beans) both whites, as the reds or Blacks have a high content of fiber as well as vitamins B6 and B12, as well as being especially rich in vitamin A and C, providing the body minerals essential to health such as iron, potassium and zinc.

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Nutrition for healthy hair

December 23, 2012
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Nutrition for healthy hair

The state of our hair is one of signs of health of the body lighter. When we have a hair shiny and healthy, we know that our health is good. The same thing happens when we have a hair dull, dry and crisp, clear signal of shortcomings in our health. Nutrition is therefore vital to have a beautiful and healthy hair. Today we count you which are the food that give us nutrition for a healthy hair. Hair health and food: The effects of a nutrition poor are not instantly in the hair (as it can happen for example with skin or digestive health), but if a person does not consume the nutrients needed, after a few months will begin to see the consequences in the look of your hair. Hair follicles and scalp also feed through good nutrition: a…

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Why take a fresh orange juice?

December 13, 2012
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Why take a fresh orange juice?

A glass of orange juice in the morning has always been highly valued in our eating habits for their nutrient s to fight colds. In short, we know that is a source of health, vitality and youth. No wonder, since the rich flavor of a fresh orange juice contains vitamins, minerals and sugars. It is important role as an antioxidant, and helps reduce the effects of aging, at the same time contains prebiotics that could help prevent colon cancer. The orange is a popular fruit that we often include in our diet as a whole piece or as juice. It has high concentrations of Vitamin C and its best known benefit is its role in enhancing immunity.

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Rules of healthy eating

October 27, 2012
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Rules of healthy eating

A healthy diet not only increases energy levels but it helps strengthen the immune system and keep in shape, hence the importance of carrying out simple rules of healthy eating. Priority will always be given to the planning of a varied diet, since only this feature ensures the incorporation to the body of carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, lipids and proteins. To achieve this goal should be included in the daily menu, fruits, vegetables, dairy, cereals, eggs and nuts, as well as red and white meat. A second important rule is to make five meals a day since the body needs energy almost constantly, but if food is eaten almost constantly to do after a long period of fasting metabolism works more slowly, stores ingested in the form fat. So, eat every three hours is the solution, eating a snack mid-morning and…

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Benefits of tomato for health

October 9, 2012
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Benefits of tomato for health

The tomato salad or a nice sauce seems very important to stay healthy. Tomatoes and its products reduce the risk of osteoporosis, cancer and cardiovascular disease. There have been several epidemiological studies that mention that the consumption of lycopene content in tomatoes, offers benefits on human health, reducing the incidence of diseases especially cancer, lung, prostate and digestive tract, cardiovascular and aging well. The tomato is a food available in many cultures and that can enjoyed by people of all ages, it is an expensive product and can be eaten in many ways, is thought to publicize the advantages consuming this plant can be a very effective and simple strategy for people to eat more vegetables to improve your nutrition and health. Advantages of consuming tomato: The consumption of tomatoes and found to have a very positive effect on health,…

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7 tips to boost your memory

November 6, 2011
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7 tips to boost your memory

According to a study, problems of memory appear as young as 30 years! By practicing simple exercises and normal activities, you will be able to address it. Learn 7 tips to boost your memory! You probably already happened to forget someone’s name or phone number of a friend. So to avoid such oversights, we offer seven tips to boost your memory! 1. A balanced diet:Eating a balanced and healthy is essential for the proper functioning of the brain . To boost your memory , you can eat fish and especially blueberries. The phytonutrients in these last are recommended to maintain the memory . Finally, be sure to get enough moisture (half a liter of water per day minimum). 2. Get Organized: Take time to organize your thoughts and prioritize your priorities. To help, you can record on a calendar on…

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Getting nutrition from real food is a good habit for life

May 23, 2011
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Getting nutrition from real food is a good habit for life

In today’s fast-paced world, meals are often ignored ,because we are too busy to stop and take time to eat. Often people take vitamin A supplements to try to keep them healthy. What they do not understand that vitamins are, cannot replace of the nutrients that has to offer real food. While vitamins have their advantages, fruits, vegetables and juices are much better for your body to skip a dose of vitamins. When you eat fruit and vegetables, your body absorbed more nutrients from it. it is a very important factor in making your choice between real food and vitamins. It is difficult for your body to digest and distribute vitamins. Because of their charges are added. There are people who are allergic to dyes and filling are used for vitamins, and it is dangerous to take it. The fiber…

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Choosing the right cooking oil

March 12, 2011
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Choosing the right cooking oil

By adding oil to your food, you add flavor, but also fat. However, no need to hide your bottle of oil at the bottom of the kitchen cabinet: Your body needs some fat and those that are found in some oils are good for health.If you choose oils that contain fats good for you – monounsaturated or polyunsaturated , your choice will help lower your LDL (bad cholesterol) and perhaps even increase your HDL (good cholesterol ). You should not consume more than 30 mL to 45 mL (2 or 3 tablespoons) of unsaturated fat or oil per day, and you find you need fats in cooking oils below:

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The soup diet

March 9, 2011
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The soup diet

Want (and need) to lose unwanted pounds story happen in the spring and presentable proud of your figure ? The season lends itself to a special system that will make you lose a few pounds easily and without too many constraints: the soup diet. To do this, just take a look at the market to buy carrots, leeks, cabbage, potatoes, turnips … You boil them together and you enjoy! Good to know: do not mix vegetables because it gives the soup a satiating effect.    

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Schedule of fruits and vegetables by season

February 4, 2011
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Schedule of fruits and vegetables by season

We hear several times a day eat at least 5 fruits and vegetables per day . Yep, fruits and vegetables are full of health benefits. But you can still do better: eating seasonal foods also means eating locally . The products are better, without treatment to withstand the travel cooler. And it also helps reduce pollution related to transport. You can contribute to the development of local markets and ensure a closer relationship between producer and consumer.  

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