Healthy Food Makes You Feel Alive

Recently, a good friend and I entered a phase of watching another documentary film Friday night. It's nice and relaxing at the end of our work week to have a glass of wine, or in the case of my friend, bourbon and diet coke , and learn something that affects our lives . 
 In the last year , we look at everything imaginable food to religion. However, for the purposes of this article, let's talk about the food we eat , or maybe they thought we ate.
The awful truth , of course , most of the documentaries to do , the more you realize what exactly what is inside and what is in the foods we eat. You really wake up to the sad reality that a handful of large food manufacturers have gotten away with it with respect to the health and welfare of consumers ignorant.
Some of you may be well aware of what is happening with our food , and others not. I certainly learned a lot in the last year and hope some of the information below will help give some of you the opportunity to make more informed decisions .
Organic Food - A better option
Sales of organic fruits and vegetables have doubled in the past five years and for good reason . Some of the benefits are:
Your body can not fight disease, bacteria and viruses better when fed with organic food.Organic foods contain at least 50 % more nutrients , vitamins and minerals than non-organic food .
Organic food , avoid growth hormones into your body that are in many foods we eat, such as chicken .
Organic foods are lower in fat and helps fight and prevent obesity .Antibiotics in non-organic foods are a direct cause of allergies.
Fruits and vegetables not only avoid pesticides , but also taste better .
Organic foods protect against toxic metals such as cadmium, lead and mercury.
Organic food prevents estrogen dominance , which , although it is more common in women can also affect men , causing problems such as infertility , erectile dysfunction, enlarged prostate , and certain cancers.
If you are ready to do some shopping and creative cooking , you can enjoy the freshness and goodness of organic foods without breaking your food budget . These days there are plenty of places to buy organic food .  

Besides supermarkets, can be found in natural food stores , specialty stores , cooperatives, gourmet delis , farmers markets , to agriculture programs supported by the community, convenience stores and even vending machines . Here are some tips that can help you are:
Join a cooperative is a member-owned company is organic.
Join a buying club with others and buy in bulk to get discounts of up to 30 or 40 percent off .
When organic is for sale buying in bulk.
Buy fruits and vegetables in season and freeze .
When you enter a discount flyers stand to see what organic foods are in store sales .Clipping coupons you see in organic foods .
The secret to make sure you are buying organic fruits and vegetables is to read the labels :
If you have a 4-digit number , then produced conventionally and can be grown with fertilizers and pesticides.
If you have an initial 5- digit number with an "8 " when it is genetically modified . It's really scary for me , because I still do not know the negative impact it can have on our bodies.
If you have an initial 5- digit number with "9" , then it is organic and is the best for your body.
If you want to find organic food sources in your area just Google " organic and the city. " I think you'll be surprised what you see .
Shop at the Local Market
Farmers' markets are great sources of fresh local produce. A newly elected locally grown tomato tastes better than a tomato that has traveled 1500 miles before reaching the supermarket shelves .  

Also, the earlier you eat , as they are the most nutritious for your body. Ask the breeder if they grow organically , if not already displayed .
Farmers Ask lots of questions and do not be afraid to haggle with them for a better price ( especially if you buy in bulk) . Buy your local market also helps support your community and keeps booming.
Buy a share in a program of community supported agriculture ( CSA )
During the last decade , Community Supported Agriculture ( CSA ) has become a popular way for consumers to buy local, seasonal produce directly from a farmer. You can not get fresher than that .  

You become straight from the farm , often collected in the morning. Most are organic and usually have different drop off locations to pick up your bag of food .  

Most cost about $ 300 to $ 400 in advance for a week from 24 to 26 growing season. Not only will you support local farmers, but you get the best tasting , most nutritious food .
Grass Fed Beef - healthier and better taste too
Organic beef grass -fed beef is much healthier simply . The cows are not kept full of bacteria in feedlots ( conditions - human ) ( hi E. coli) , and no corn feed ( higher in unhealthy saturated fats ) and others do not eat foods that naturally . 

 Never given growth hormones ( in the discussion of human security ) to ripen faster than it would naturally.
It is well known that eating a cow eats affects the taste of the meat. Organic ground beef taste as better than normal meat .  

The tastiest meat comes from cows that eat only grass , as it is the natural food that a cow is supposed to eat . If you have not had a grass fed burger grill lately, you will be amazed by the taste.
Hormone -free chicken is healthy - or not ?
The chicken is very lean animal for food , which means having a lower fat and higher protein levels than other meat . 

 The USDA has banned poultry producers that give steroid hormones and the chickens , but producers are still without their hormones antibiotics daily which serve the same purpose as hormones - (! Say What ) to increase the rate of growth. So when you're in the supermarket and see chicken labeled " hormone-free " is more than likely an example of how misleading labels we believe it is safe (but not) .  

If you are concerned about the amount of antibiotics given to chickens , buying poultry and eggs marked with two labels on poultry and antibiotics added .
Soda Pop Side Effects
I go to her and I guess most of you already know how soda is terrible for us. It is sad that so many people are delivered without realizing what pop is very unhealthy . The following points explain how the effects of the common ingredients of soda :
Phosphoric Acid - weakens bones and teeth rot
Excessive artificial sweeteners makes you want more
Couleur Caramel - caramel Made purely cosmetic chemistry is that no flavor is contaminated with carcinogenic
Formaldehyde - carcinogenic , it is added to soft drinks , but when aspartame is digested , it will break in two amino acids and methanol = + formaldehyde formic acid ( diet soda )
Corn syrup , high fructose is a concentrated form of sugar, fructose from corn ( and 75% of food supermarkets) . Increased body fat , cholesterol and triglycerides , and also makes you hungry. ( My God! )
Potassium benzoate - preservative that can be decomposed into benzene in your body. Keep your drink in the sun and the carcinogen benzene =
Food coloring - brain function , hyperactive behavior , difficulty concentrating , lack of impulse control .
Need I say more on soft drinks ? Just drink in moderation for good health , ok .
Juice: The key to radiant health
When we saw the documentary "Fat , sick and nearly dead " wither Film Joe , I had no idea how many nutrients our body lacks food status . I also had no idea that the juice can consume optimal amounts of organic fruits and vegetables in an effective way to give your body what it needs to heal and stay healthy.
Cooking and processing food destroys the nutritional value by altering their shape and chemical composition. Almost all health authorities recommend we get 6-8 servings of fruits and vegetables per day. Juicing is an easy way to virtually guarantee you will reach your destination for vegetables. The only drawback is the cleanup.  

There are plenty of good articles online and ledgers in the juices for you to learn about . I firmly believe that the juice is the ultimate key to give you a radiant, energetic life truly optimal health .

Healthy Foods

Whole Foods

Whole foods have many advantages over processed foods. Processed foods are usually loaded with artificial additives , sugar and salt. In addition , private treatment usually most vitamins and minerals essential for good health.

Avoid : white pasteChoose: Brown pasta, whole grain pasta , wheat-free pasta , gluten free pasta .To avoid: white flour and breadChoose: bread and flour, cakes , rice cakes , rye .Avoid : White RiceChoose brown rice , millet , buckwheat , bulgur , couscous , oats .Avoid : Sugar candy , cakes, cookies .
Choose: Fruit - whether natural or dried .

All processed foods should be avoided. Instead , cook meals with fresh, natural ingredients ( organic if possible) .

DAIRY

Dairy food participates positively weight loss . In addition , dairy products has been shown to help remove fat from your digestive system. However, many dairy products are high in fat - the key is to choose low-fat dairy products . The choices are skim milk (fat ) , low fat cheese , live organic yogurt , tofu and tofu. Also be careful of high sugar levels in most yogurt brands named.

Meat and fish

It is known that high consumption of red meat has been associated with various diseases, and many cuts are also high in saturated fat. It is therefore important to limit the consumption of red meat . However, fresh fish contain high levels of essential fatty acids, which have been shown to protect against many diseases, including heart disease. Must integrate white meat and fish , especially herring , mackerel , salmon and sardines in your diet as best you can .

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

Fruits and vegetables are low in calories and high in fiber, vitamins , minerals and water , and should be an important part of their diet. In addition , raw foods has been shown to improve energy, vitality and wellness.

Essential fatty acids

These are needed by the body for optimal health . They are found in cold pressed ( safflower , nuts , olive oil and sunflower) , nuts , seeds , avocados and oils , fish oils . You should avoid processed oils and margarines , especially hydrogenated oils .See my article on "good fats and bad fats " for more information.

BEVERAGES

Maintaining a good level of hydration is essential. The best option is water, mineral water , herbal teas and diluted fruit juices . Popular drinks such as tea , coffee and soft drinks contain additives such as sugar and caffeine and are best used in moderation.

Food Industry Needs Closer Monitoring By Public Health Authorities

From June 19, 2012 PLoS Medicine have a new main series of seven articles on the next three weeks , titled "Big Food" , which examines the impact of the food and beverage industry in public health.  

An argument between PLoS and guest editors in new product launches reports writing the series in the fact that multinational food and beverage not been adequately discussed or raised skepticism regardless of their growing impact on the program global health and its role in the obesity crisis . According to the editors of PLoS Medicine :

    " The food , unlike snuff and drugs, is necessary for life and is essential for health and disease , however, large multinational food companies control what people eat around the world , resulting an austere irony and sick . D' billion people on the planet go hungry , while two billion are overweight or obese . "

The major food and beverage companies also play an important role in the global health scenario re -branding their companies as " nutrition companies " and market their people as experts in malnutrition , obesity .  

and even poverty in major conferences and meetings of the United Nations - but its main purpose is to improve profitability through the sale of food editors and posed the question: 

"Why do the global health community is this acceptable and how those conflicts play out ? "The series is three weeks to address these issues and discuss the role of food industry in the field of health.

Marion Nestle of New York University and David Stuckler of the University of Cambridge , the two guest editors of the series of the journal PLoS Medicine that the public health response created Food great so far as a "failure " and state " 

 public health professionals must recognize the influence of the great food in the world food system is a problem, and take steps to reach a consensus on how to engage critically ... 

[which ] also should be given high priority to nutrition as they do on HIV , infectious diseases and other health threats . "Nestler and Stuckler follow:

    "They should support initiatives such as the restrictions on marketing to children , improved nutrition standards for school meals , and taxes on sugary drinks. The public health approach should be non-profit in alignment with Great Food public health goals . 

Without a concerted direct action to expose and regulate the interests of Great food , epidemics of poverty , hunger and obesity are likely to be more acute . "

What Are The Top 10 Healthy Foods?

1) Apples

Apples are an excellent source of antioxidants , which fight free radicals. Free radicals are generated in the body that cause unwanted changes are involved in the aging process and diseases harmful substances.

Some animal studies have shown that an antioxidant found in apples (polyphenols ) can prolong life. Tests on fruit flies found that polyphenols also preserve their ability to walk, climb and move.

Another study showed that older women who regularly ate apples had a risk 13% to 22 % lower risk of developing heart disease.


2 ) Almonds

Almonds are rich in nutrients, including magnesium , vitamin E , iron, calcium , fiber and riboflavin. A scientific study published in Nutrition Reviews last year found that almonds as a food can help maintain healthy cholesterol levels .The authors wrote :

    " The message that almonds , in themselves , are a heart-healthy snack should be emphasized that consumers. Moreover, when almonds are incorporated into a healthy and balanced diet , the benefits are even greater. "
Almonds have more fiber than any other nut .The fatty acid profile of almonds, which is composed of unsaturated fatty acids of 91-94 % , may explain in part why helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels .


3 ) Broccoli

Broccoli is high in fiber , calcium , potassium , folate and phytonutrients. Phytonutrients are compounds that reduce the risk of developing heart disease , diabetes and some cancers. Broccoli also contains vitamin C and beta-carotene , an antioxidant.

The overcooking can destroy myrosinase - if the enzyme myrosinase is not destroyed during cooking , broccoli can also reduce the risk of developing cancer. The best way to cook broccoli and preserve myrosinase is lightly steamed vegetables - that is annealed , the beneficial effects of vegetables can seriously compromise , researchers from the University of Illinois, wrote in peer -reviewed journal Nutrition and Cancer.

Myrosinase converts certain chemicals containing sulfur found in broccoli (called glucosinolates ) to isothiocyanates ( other chemicals containing sulfur ) , which is known to have anti - cancer. The researchers said that the addition of broccoli to a meal can often double their protective properties against cancer.

Another ingredient that exists in sulforphane said broccoli also have anti - cancer and anti-inflammatory qualities . However, overcooking can destroy most of the benefits .Broccoli powder does not contain myrosinase .

A recent article on the benefits of broccoli :" Lightly steamed broccoli has a powerful anti-cancer enzyme myrosinase "

4) blueberries

Blueberries are rich in fiber , antioxidants and phytonutrients. Phytonutrients are natural chemical substances found in plants. Unlike vitamins and minerals found in plant foods , phytonutrients are not essential to keep us alive . However, they can help prevent disease and keep the body functioning properly .

According to a study by the Harvard Medical School , older people who eat a lot of blueberries and strawberries () are less likely to suffer cognitive impairment , compared to other people your age who do not.

Blueberries have been found in another study conducted by researchers at Texas Women's University , for help in the fight against obesity. Plant polyphenols , which are abundant in cranberries have been shown to reduce fat cell development ( adipogenesis ), whereas the induction of the degradation of lipids and fat (lipolysis ) .

Regular consumption of cranberry may reduce the risk of hypertension ( high blood pressure ) of 10 % , due to the bay bioactive compounds , anthocyanins , scientists at the University of East Anglia , England , and the University of Harvard , USA reported in the American Journal of Nutrition. 

Blueberry consumption has also been associated with a lower risk of hardening of the arteries , and / or intestinal illnesses . Fruit has also been associated with stronger bones in animal studies .



5 ) oily fish

Examples of oily fish are salmon , trout , mackerel , herring , sardines and anchovies. These types of fish oil in their tissues and around the intestine. Hair lines containing up to 30 % oil, especially omega-3 fatty acids . These oils are known to provide benefits to the heart and nervous system . Fatty fish are also known to provide benefits to patients with inflammatory conditions such as arthritis.Fatty fish also contain vitamins A and D.

Scientists Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center at UCLA found that prostate cancer progression was significantly reduced when patients were on a low fat diet with fish oil supplements .

The following benefits of fish oil or fish oil supplements have been reported online Medical News Today :

    " Fish Oil Aids bipolar behavior in mice , hampering alcohol cravings "

    " Fish oil may prevent muscle loss in breast cancer survivors "

    " Fish oil increases responsiveness tamoxifen Cancer Drugs "

    " Fish oil and combating vision loss Women Omega"

    " Fish oil and omega - 3s help chemotherapy patients gain weight "

6) , green leafy vegetables

Studies have shown that a high intake of green leafy vegetables like spinach or cabbage can significantly reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes in a person. Researchers at the University of Leicester , England , said that you should investigate further the impact on the health of human green vegetables , after collecting data from six studies .

Spinach, for example, is very rich in antioxidants, especially when raw , steamed or lightly cooked. Is a good source of vitamins A, B6, C , E and K , as well as selenium , niacin, zinc , phosphorus, copper , folic acid, potassium , calcium, manganese , betaine, and iron.

7) sweetpotato

Sweet potatoes are rich in fiber , beta - carotene in the diet , complex carbohydrates , vitamin C , vitamin B6 , and carotene (pink , yellow) .The Center for Science in the Public Interest , USA Compared with the nutritional value of sweetpotato other vegetables. Number one ranking Sweet potato as vitamins A and C , were considered iron, calcium , protein and complex carbohydrates.

8) The wheat germ

Wheat germ is the part of the wheat kernel to become a plant - the seed embryo . Germ, the sound often is a byproduct of grinding, when grains are refined , germ and bran are often ground .

Wheat germ rich is more essential nutrients such as vitamin E , folic acid (folate ) , thiamine, zinc , magnesium, phosphorus , as well as fatty alcohols and fatty acids.Wheat germ is also a good source of fiber.



9) Lawyers

Many people avoid lawyers, because of their high fat content , in your opinion , to avoid all fats leads to a healthier and easier to control body weight - is a myth. Approximately 75 % of calories from fat a lawyer , mainly monounsaturated .

Avocados are also rich in B vitamins and vitamin K and vitamin E.Lawyers also have a very high fiber content of 25% soluble and 75 % insoluble fiber .Studies have shown that regular consumption of avocados lowers cholesterol in the blood.Avocado extracts are being studied in the laboratory to see if it could be useful for treating diabetes or hypertension.

Researchers at Ohio State University found that nutrients from the lawyers were able to prevent oral cancer cells , and even destroy some pre -cancerous cells .




10) Oatmeal

Oatmeal is a meal or ground oatmeal or porridge made from ground or rolled oats. In the UK and Republic of Ireland , the term " oats " or " oats " are common terms for breakfast cereals usually cooked.

The interest in oats has increased dramatically in the last twenty years because of its health benefits .

Studies have shown that if you eat a bowl of your daily cholesterol level in blood oats , especially if too high , will be reduced due to the soluble fiber content of the cereal. When the results were published in the 1980s an " oat bran craze " swept the U.S. and Western Europe. Oats popularity plummeted in the 1990s .

In 1997, the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) agree that foods with high levels of oatmeal or oat bran may include data on their labels on their cardiovascular heart benefits if accompanied by a diet low in fat . It was followed by a new wave of popularity of oatmeal.

Oats are rich in complex carbohydrates and soluble fiber , which slow digestion and stabilizing blood glucose levels in the blood.

Oats are rich in B vitamins , fatty acids, folic acid , potassium and omega -3 fatty acids

Sweetener warning: Acesulfame Potassium contains methylene chloride, a known carcinogen

Acesulfame potassium is in its protein shake ?
 It is the synthetic funk , also known as " acesulfame -K " on your gum ? What is that thing really and what it does to your body?
 Same as aspartame , 
a cancer causing sweetener known and GM ?

 Do you mess with your central nervous system, sending some quack to calm the nerves ? Do you stay in cleaning their bodies and small and large intestines for long periods of time , 

wreaking havoc on the digestive system and the excretory system together?  
How many people eat and foods containing this toxin drink How long have you been legalized consumption and why the FDA does not regulate or prohibit altogether, and the number of tens of thousands of people write letters to food regulators this artificial food category known as "Sweet Misery " ( Http :/ / www.youtube.com )

Acesulfame - K : Acesulfame - K (also known as "Ace - K") is a potassium salt containing methylene chloride, a known carcinogen acesulfame - K is the same as aspartame, but . often both are on the same products reported side effects of " soft earth " acesulfame -K are terrifying . " 

 The long-term exposure to methylene chloride can cause nausea , headache , blurred vision mood cancer , liver and kidney , vision problems and possibly acesulfame -K can help . Hypoglycemia. "
 ( Http:/ / www.fitday.com )

In addition , all artificial sweeteners out there, acesulfame -K was examined in less scientific . Early studies have shown a link to multiple developments of cancer in laboratory animals . If in doubt , 

remember this , humans have 99 % the same DNA as mice and rats analyzed. The "proof is in the pudding " Research is concrete about it and ignorance is not bliss !  

( Http :/ / archives.cnn.com ) This carcinogenic , so affectionately nicknamed " Ace -K " is derived from acetic acid and Aceto - isocyanate fluoro - sulfonyl say the last part again and it seems that you eat. Prevention of cyanide. 

 Consider your overall health risks before consuming any artificial sweetener . is better than cure !Respiratory diseases and depressionArtificial sweeteners are what the majority of Americans to trade comfort and laziness .

 Instead of eating "good" and the year , choose a convenient shortcut , but there is a price to pay for this shortcut, and can be huge. Some people follow a diet and some are just making sure that no fat (obesity ) .  

Others do not even know what is in their food . Many have no idea of what makes them crave sugar and add to weight gain . Then there are people who know it's there, but take the pledge . In other words ,

 not much mind if you have cancer , you can just say " it was time to go. "America, for the most part , accept the illness and disorder , as usual, as if your car breaks down after 100,000 to 200,000 miles. Good ! Take it to the mechanics ( MD charlatan Western medicine ) 

and tell him / her about your symptoms. I'm sure there's something you can "Recommend" and prescription. Good Luck .  

You probably see the baseball game , sitting in the first row behind first base !Silent murderers lurking in artificial sweeteners , sugar substitutes "center" that distort and make cells mutate and multiply uncontrollably.

 Yes , attention to many of the same symptoms , disorders and other major dysfunctions sugar silent false monsters , such as sucralose , sorbitol , and of course aspartame. Look at it ! Catching criminals food yourself .  

Get " Fooducate " ( pronounced " educate" ) , free phone application allows you to scan barcodes of all foodstuffs and verify synthetic chemicals such as pesticides responsible gluten , GMOs , 

artificial sweeteners, the most levels ( degrees) the product of the "A" all the way down to "D- " , which means that the product fails the test of man. 

 ( Http :/ / www.naturalnews.com )Yes , we are the guinea pigs, my friends. Do not be a filter. Just read the labels and choose not to consume food chemicals .

 It's that simple ( http://www.fooducate.com/ ) . As an indication of what you get when consumed sucralose sugar substitutes synthetic is created by chlorinating sugar. This is the same chlorine in table salt . 

 Its chemical structure is nearly the same as the ingredient pesticide DDT prohibited. Hello Vietnam. Ask your doctor if artificial sweeteners are for you! Side effects include bladder problems and kidney dysfunction .

People shout artificial sweetener crazy disease (ASD )If you look online in "Sweet Misery " or if you are looking for 75 % of complaints to the FDA in the last decade , there are those who are suffering and trying to do something about this flood of complaints Some food quality van .

 say they feel they have to go to the bathroom all the time . Their bodies scream to try to get these toxins before burning a hole in the fabric cleaning organs. 

 people complain of blog sites and websites abdominal cramps, dizziness , memory loss , headaches, joint pain and dry skin "rash" . Many people swallow more than " a bit " of acesulfame -K . 

 You know what they say " a little will not hurt ? " And if it is in coffee , tea , rubber, "fat " , costumes, crystal light , candy, soda , cough syrup multivitamin , water added vitamins , and most products labeled "light" and "zero ? "

Oolong tea: Why it's good for you

Oolong tea is tea which is made ​​from the leaves of the plant Camellia sinensis . The word " oolong " is Chinese and roughly translates to " black dragon " . Oolong tea is also a very healthy tea brand .

 There are many different types of oolong tea , fruit soil . Not exactly the same nutritional value of black or green tea ,
 the fermentation process for the preparation of oolong tea can reduce their overall nutritional value .

Anyway , oolong tea is always a delicious option that has many health benefits .Increases energySmall amounts of caffeine in oolong tea . 
 As it is loaded with sugar and other unhealthy ingredients , drinking oolong tea better than energy drinks (or coffee ) , if you need a quick energy boost . 
 Oolong tea also do not " over-stimulate " how coffee and energy drinks do, so no real " crash" .

Cancer PreventiveThere are antioxidants in oolong tea . Antioxidants are known to help prevent cancer, as they decrease the radicals in DNA and cells , causing cancer . Soak in hot water oolong tea will help you get the maximum antioxidants in tea.

Healthy skinBack to antioxidants antioxidants in oolong tea are useful to help remove the toxins that cause unsightly stains and discolorations . Oolong tea also helps protect the skin from sun damage caused by the powerful UV rays .

Healthy BonesStudies show that drinking oolong tea for long periods of time can help increase bone mineral density . It also helps to prevent osteoporosis. As mentioned above , this may occur during long periods of time , so there will be no immediate results. 

 However, a healthy lifestyle and oolong tea consumption over time will help, since the bones begin to weaken with age.

Contributes to weight lossStudies show that the polyphenols in oolong tea can help you lose weight. Oolong tea is also known to help increase metabolism , helping the body burn fat more efficiently. These two factors make oolong tea a great choice for those who are dieting and trying to lose weight.

Reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseaseThere was a study at the University of Kyoto , Japan , which confirmed that consumption of oolong tea reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease .  

The study found evidence that consumption of one to six cups of oolong tea each week resulted in a 22% reduction in cardiovascular disease risk in women and a reduced risk of 38 % among men. Oolong tea is known to reduce blood pressure and helps reduce cholesterol.