Your heart needs health

Whenever people ask me which supplements they should be taking, at the top of the list are the omega-3 fatty acids. Since this is the month for love and heart health, I thought I’d take the time to explain the importance of omega-3 for our most poetic (and important) of organs.

You probably know that there are fats you need to avoid (like trans fats and saturated fats) if you want to have a healthy heart, but you may not know that there are other fats that you actually NEED to have in your diet to help your heart be healthy.

The omega-3 fatty acids (also known as EPA/DHA) are considered “essential” because you must get them in your diet—our bodies do not make them, so if your diet does not provide adequate amounts of these fats you may be missing these necessary nutrients. While the omega-3 fatty acids are important for many bodily functions, they are incredibly important for heart health.

Researchers have been investigating the link between omega-3s and heart health; let’s take a look at some key findings:

•Omega-3 fatty acids may help you lower your overall cholesterol levels. In fact, not only do they seem to reduce cholesterol in general, they also may help to raise HDL (the “good” cholesterol) levels. Other studies have shown that supplementing with 2 to 4 grams of omega-3s also may lower triglyceride levels.

•As you may know, chronic inflammation in our bodies is bad and can be especially harmful to our heart. The omega-3 fatty acids also have a role to play in inflammation, where they help to produce chemicals in our bodies (called eicosanoids) that may reduce inflammation.

•Other studies have shown the omega-3s were able to help lower blood pressure, reduce blood clotting, and even seem to reduce irregular heartbeats.

•Another study has shown that eating at least one to two servings a week of fish (that’s rich in omega-3 fatty acids) appears to reduce the risk of heart disease, particularly sudden cardiac death.

•A new report titled Smart Prevention—Health Care Cost Savings Resulting from the Targeted Use of Dietary Supplements suggests that if people at high risk for Coronary Heart Disease would take 1 gram of EPA+DHA a day that the cost saving (from prevented heart disease) would be more than $480 million dollars per year in health care cost savings.

The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends eating one to two servings of cold-water fish every week.  Since so many people have a hard time making that goal, another recommendation is supplementing with at least 1 gram per day of EPA+DHA.

The best way to take care of your heart is to eat healthfully, avoid fast foods, get to a BMI of 25 or below, become more active, and add at least a gram of omega-3 fatty acids in your diet, through a healthy diet including fish and/or supplementation.

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Brussel Sprouts Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits

Brussels sprouts fall under the cruciferous category of veggies, which likewise consists of broccoli and cabbage.

Brussel sprouts are small leafy green buds resemble like mini cabbages in look. The buds are incredibly full of protein, dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which work wonders to eliminate many health difficulties. In reality, a renewed interest rates are growing about health advantages these sprouts have to offer you.

Brussel Sprouts Nutrition Facts

A brussels sprout is a little, green veggie that looks like a cabbage. Even though it’s gotten a rap to be a globally disliked veggie, brussels sprouts are full of vitamins, particularly vitamin C, and might even help avoid cancer.

Brussels sprouts are winter season crops, flourishes well in cool weather and lightweight frost conditions. Well-grown plant reaches about 90 cm tall. The sprouts are produced all across the stalk, starting from the base and moving up.

Brussel Sprouts Benefits

Brussels sprouts contain helpful nutrients that raise the body’s defenses and control diseases. Study has proven that these cruciferous veggies manage cancer cells by promoting healthy DNA, and have cleansing effects.

Cholesterol

Our prime fiber material (over 15 % in our RDA) of Brussels sprouts lowers our cholesterol by binding with bile acids the liver produces from cholesterol for absorbing fat. Due to the fact that a number of these bile acids are coupled with fiber, the liver is confronted with producing more bile acid to absorb fat, and for that reason requires more cholesterol to do so, eventually decreasing the cholesterol quantity within our bodies.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is vital for normal development and development. The vitamins and mineral keeps your defense systems strong and assists keep the health of the skin, teeth and gums. Vitamin C secures your cells from damages too, which can minimize your risk of heart problem and cancer. A 1/2-cup serving of Brussels sprouts consists of 48.4 milligrams of vitamin C, that’s to do with HALF of exactly what men require every day and about 65 percent of exactly what women need every day.

DNA

Recent researches have actually revealed that particular compounds in Brussels sprouts block the game of sulphotransferase enzymes that can be harmful to the wellness and stability of DNA within white cell.

Inflammation

Glucobrassicin, a glucosinolate especially rich in Brussels sprouts, has actually been shown to fight swelling on a hereditary level as soon as changed into the molecule indole-3-carbinol. Furthermore, 1 1 / 2 cups of Brussels sprouts consist of about 430 milligrams of omega-3 crucial fatty acids that are a vital part of our body’s anti-inflammatory messaging molecules. Lastly, the insightful vitamin K found in Brussels sprouts has actually been revealed to successfully regulate our inflammatory responses.

Cancer Prevention

Glucosinolates in Brussels sprouts and their detox-activating isothiocyanates are provided to fight against as well as prevent various cancers, consisting of bladder, bust, colon, lung, prostate, and ovarian cancer.

Antioxidants

Brussels sprouts include specific anti-oxidants compounds that provide safety perks. Preparing Brussels sprouts can leach these useful compounds in the veggie, though even cooked Brussels sprouts still provide nutritional benefits.

Cardiovascular Support

Brussels sprouts keep the isothiocyanate sulforaphane made from glucosinolates. This effective compounds not just causes anti-inflammatory activity in our heart but could also prevent as well as potentially help reverse flow system damages. By managing inflammation in the human body, Brussels sprouts can combat against the beginning of heart attacks, ischemic heart condition, and arteriosclerosis. Additionally, the lowered cholesterol pointed out earlier can also lessen the possibility of arterial clog.

Digestion and Diet

Single serving of Brussels sprouts consists of 4 grams (16 % from the RDA) of dietary fiber, which can help with food digestion, avoid constipation, preserve reduced blood sugar level levels and inspect eating way too much.

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3 Tips for Overcoming Obstacles in Your Weight-Loss Journey

Let’s face it, hard times hit us all but how YOU choose to let it affect you and your weight loss are what sets you apart from the rest.

More than four weeks ago I severely injured my heel and ended up with 12 stitches and one massive infection. I am still healing and have instructions to keep my foot elevated and not walk on it. Boy, that sure is hard having two little boys at home to chase around. The hardest part of this unfortunate injury isn’t the pain but rather the lack of exercise I am getting because I can’t use my foot. Walking and swimming are my favorite summertime activities and, sadly, those are put on hold until this heel heals.

I have learned a few things over the past four weeks about overcoming obstacles and I would like to share these three tips with you.

1. Think Positively: Rather than focusing on the negative situation you are in, focus on the things you can do to make it better. I may not be able to walk or do my cardio fitness but I can do arm exercises and bent-knee pushups. These small reminders do wonders for the psyche.

1. Focus Your Energy Elsewhere: Typically, when I am without injury you will find me walking the dogs, strolling around downtown, or training for a 5k. Now, instead of seeing me on the street, you will find me working in my lush garden, catching up on my pile of books “I will read when I have time,” and trying to master a new healthy recipe. You really should Google cauliflower pizza crust recipe and try it one night! That recipe is dazzling and healthy!

1. Make Plans! Lastly and most importantly, make plans for what goals you will accomplish when you are back to your old self. I set up and paid for a 5k that, sadly, I will not get to race but that has propelled me to find another race this fall that I know I can conquer. I was pretty bummed out knowing that I would miss this one but finding and planning another is pretty exciting. Who doesn’t like to have something to look forward to? As funny as it sounds, I also can’t wait to beat my 5-year-old in a sprint, or at least try. He sure is fast and he has been practicing in my “off-season.”

No matter what life throws at you, be true to yourself and maintain your equilibrium. You will find that your body and your mind will thank you. Following these simple steps may help you along your way.

Have you had to overcome an injury or other obstacle in your weight-loss journey? What helped you through it?

I myself have lost over 35 pounds on the Shaklee 180 weight loss program and feel great and full of energy at 44. Get into a daily exercise routine and portion your meals. This my my key to success in weight loss journey. 1-2 pounds a week is much healthier than dropping 15 pounds in a month. 

I hope you have a healthy and productive week and use the force! ;)

MJ 

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PART 6 Shaklee's Energizing Protein

Soy and Bone Health

Americans typically think of dairy products as the best source of calcium, but there are many other good sources of calcium. In fact, Energizing Soy Protein is an excellent source of dietary calcium, providing 50% of the daily value of this important nutrient per serving.

Protein from soy may also offer bone-health advantages by replacing sources of animal protein in the diet. For long-term bone health, calcium intake is only part of the story. Urinary calcium loss is another factor that contributes to a negative calcium balance. High consumption of animal proteins, which are high in sulfur amino acids, appear to be responsible for this effect. 

Soy protein, which has less sulfur amino acids relative to meat and other animal protein sources, may result in less calcium being lost in the urine and help keep calcium in the skeleton. In one study, calcium excretion was found to be 30% lower when dietary protein from soy sources was compared to equal amounts of protein from beef, fish, and chicken in healthy adults consuming a constant amount of calcium.

The isoflavones in soy foods may also help support healthy bones. A recent study showed that dietary intake of soy products containing isoflavones had a significant positive impact on bone turnover in healthy postmenopausal women.

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PART 5 Shaklee's Energizing Soy Protein

The American Cancer Society has created guidelines

for a healthy diet:

1. Choose most of the foods you eat from plant sources. •Eat five or more servings of fruits and vegetables

each day. • Eat other foods from plant sources, such as breads,

cereals, grain products, rice, pasta, or beans several times each day.

2. Limit your intake of high-fat foods, particularly from animal sources. •Choose foods low in fat. • Limit consumption of meats, especially those high in fat.

3. Be physically active: achieve and maintain a healthy weight. •Be at least moderately active for 30 minutes or more

each day. •Stay within your healthy weight range.

4. Limit consumption of alcoholic beverages, if you drink at all. •For people who already drink alcoholic beverages, limit

intake to two drinks a day for men and one drink per day for women.

Soy foods fit guidelines 1 and 2 for a health-promoting diet.

What Are Phytoestrogens

and How Do They Work?

Soybeans are rich in a class of phytochemical compounds called isoflavones, particularly the phytoestrogens genistein and daidzein. Phytoestrogens are remarkably similar in molecular structure to the female hormone estrogen. They are thought to behave in the body like estrogen but at just a fraction of the strength of the powerful estrogens naturally produced by the body. Scientists suspect that it’s the relative weakness of these phytoestrogens that may actually work to support and protect our health.

Body tissues that utilize estrogen for normal, healthy function contain estrogen receptors, which bind to the estrogen that circulates in the blood. Researchers have hypothesized that when a diet is rich in soy foods, phytoestrogens may bind to some of these receptors. Phytoestrogens are currently being studied for heart, bone, and breast health.

I hope your week is healthy and productive!

MJ 

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PART 4 Shaklee's Energizing Soy Protien

Why Choose Shaklee Energizing Soy Protein?

• 14 grams of protein per serving 
• Uses only IPP-certified non-GMO soy protein 
• Highest-rated protein quality 
• Natural vegetarian protein source 
• Naturally cholesterol free
• No saturated fat
• 1 gram of total fat per serving
• Naturally lactose free

50% of your daily needs for calcium

All the amino acids, including the nine essential ones you must get from food

Water-processed to retain naturally occurring isoflavones such as genistein and daidzein

Choice of Creamy Cocoa or Natural Vanilla flavors • No artificial flavors, sweeteners, colors, or preservatives

added 

Kosher certified

Heart Health Benefits of Soy

38 studies indicates that consuming protein from soy foods is linked to retaining normal cholesterol levels.. Another study suggests that soy protein may have antioxidant proper ties that helps protect “bad” (LDL) cholesterol from oxidizing.3

Beyond the potential of soy to positively impact the cholesterol that travels through arteries, soy isoflavones may also support the healthy function of the arteries themselves. 

One study showed that menopausal women taking soy protein supplements (rich in isoflavones) experienced a significant improvement in elasticity of their arteries. This elasticity has been shown to decline with age, a change that is viewed as a risk factor for cardiovascular health. Some scientists are predicting that these isoflavone effects may prove to be as valuable in supporting heart-healthy aging as their potential to retain normal cholesterol levels.

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PART 3 Shaklee's Energizing Soy

Who Might Benefit from Energizing Soy Protein?

• 58 million people who are concerned about heart health • People interested in reducing their intake of the typically high-fat, high-cholesterol animal sources of protein and supplementing their diet with a plant-based protein source that is naturally low in fat and lactose and cholesterol free

• Vegetarians or vegans looking for a high-quality protein source that contains no animal products

• People interested in the health benefits associated with consuming soy

• Anyone interested in supporting the body’s natural ability to ward off hunger and maintain energy for hour

How Does Shaklee Soy Protein

Work to Sustain Energy?

The key to Shaklee Soy Protein’s amazing ability to help people feel energized for hours is something scientists refer to as glycemic response.

Glycemic response describes the effect a food has on blood sugar. Foods like a hot-fudge sundae can cause your blood sugar to spike and then plummet rapidly. A short time after you’ve finished the last spoonful, you feel tired, irritable, and surprisingly hungry considering the number of calories you’ve just consumed. This is exactly the opposite of how you feel after a serving of Shaklee Soy Protein.

In a clinical study, subjects consumed 110 calories from carbohydrates alone and their blood sugar was measured every half hour. As expected, blood sugar shot up immediately and then quickly crashed. It’s this “roller- coaster” response that can lead to feelings of jitteriness, irritability, and hunger.

However, when subjects consumed 110 calories of Shaklee Soy Protein, the results were significantly different. Blood sugar didn’t spike, nor did it plummet. Instead, it remained essentially level. The body’s natural metabolic balance was undisturbed.

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PART 1 Shaklee's Energizing Soy Protein

DELIVERS SUSTAINED ENERGY, WITH HIGHEST QUALITY PLANT BASED PROTEIN AVAILABLE!This low-fat, non-GMO (non-genetically modified organism) biologically complete protein contains all nine essential amino acids. It's ideal for the entire family, giving you 14 grams of heart-healthy soy protein per serving* More than a healthy snack alternative, Energizing Soy Protein is a delicious way to fuel your body with high-quality, heart-healthy soy protein.* Hour after hour, it offers a measurable energy lift.

The highest quality plant-based protein available, Energizing Soy Protein is a biologically complete protein source that's:

• Naturally low in fat
• Cholesterol free
• Replete with all essential amino acids.

As part of a healthy diet:*

• Helps build muscle, skin, and hormones
• Supports the immune system
• Retains normal cholesterol levels
• Promotes heart and prostate health.
• Contains soy isoflavones, which can help minimize hot flashes and promote breast health.

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5 Easy Ways to Get More Veggies in Your Diet

5 Easy Ways to Get Even more Veggies in Your Diet plan. Trying to find easy ways to get more healthy veggies into your weight loss plan, read on!

Sometimes when asked exactly what I do for a living I react, “I tell people to eat more vegetables.” Of course there’s a lot more to healthy eating than that … but consuming more veggies is one of the most crucial steps in enhancing the quality of your diet plan.

For all the excesses in the current American food culture– too much sodium, saturated fat, calories, etc., couple of people are over consuming veggies. In truth, surveys reveal that 68 % of Americans don’t fulfill the minimal standards for vegetable consumption (3 portions everyday). Just 26 percent of the country’s grownups consume vegetables 3 or even more times a day and just 23 percent of meals include a vegetable.

This is despite clear evidence that veggies can improve our chances of better wellness. Researches show that a diet rich in veggies may reduce risk for heart problem, diabetic issues, and certain types of cancers. Vegetables high in potassium might reduce blood pressure.

Veggies are likewise one of your best allies in the battle against ‘the bulge’. Due to the fact that they’re lower in calories per cup, when you eat them in location of other higher-calorie foods you can reduce your overall calorie intake. Research reveals that in addition, their high water and fiber content can help keep you fuller for longer, reducing the probability of overindulging.

Given their significance to your total wellness, consuming even more veggies need to be a top concern. Attempt these ideas to guarantee you are getting enough:

1. Start a garden 

Over the years I’ve actually found that one of the best means to get people delighted about eating veggies is to have them grown their own. Research studies have supported my observation: young or old, gardeners have been discovered to eat more veggies than non gardeners. The basic act of gardening connects us to the earth, the dirt and the food we consume. Few can withstand nature’s bounty when it’s springing up right in your very own lawn. Plus there’s nothing like the taste and freshness of veggies straight from the garden.

Do not have space for a yard? Numerous local city centers have growing area gardens. Find one in your location and ask to volunteer.

2. Veggies for breakfast

For breakfast? You wager! Your morning meal is the best place to get a jumpstart on your daily veggie portions. Stuff an omelet with broccoli, spinach, peppers, asparagus, or other vegetable that fits your taste buds.

Short on time? Rush your eggs with a half-cup of salsa. Roll it into an entire grain a tortilla and take it with you as you fly out the door!

3. Soups

Add more flavor and nourishment to your favored soups with added veggies. Lots of homemade soups currently consist of a nice quantity of veggies, however you can bump up the vegetable portions in canned soups too. I enjoy adding carrots to chicken noodle soup, and edamame or green beans to minestrone. Simply add the raw or frozen vegetables while you’re cooking or warming the soup. And don’t forget that leafy eco-friendlies such as kale, Swiss chard and spinach make fantastic additions too.

4. Don’t forget frozen

If your feedback to reading the concept of beginning a yard” was laughter, this suggestion is for you. You do not have to become Farmer of the Year to get more veggies in your diet plan. If time is tight or whenever you want to serve up more veggies with the touch of a button, do not forget frozen vegetables. I love them due to the fact that I can save them in my freezer and don’t have to fret about numerous trips to the supermarket on a regular basis. In this manner I constantly have veggies in your house to prepare.

Concerned that frozen veggies are not as healthy as fresh? According to the International Food Details Council, frozen production is essentially identical in with regards to nutrition to newly harvested fresh produce. Vegetables chosen for freezing have the tendency to be processed at their peak ripeness, a time when– as a basic rule– they’re most nutrient-packed. The “flash freezing” process oftens leave them in a nutrient-rich state. Fresh produce loses essential nutrients and vitamins as quickly as it’s harvested and it can then take nearly 2 weeks to arrive on supermarket shelves. So by the time you purchase it and eat it, the vitamins and mineral value of your vegetables may be lessened.

5. Move your veggies to the top rack of the refrigerator

You have heard of “out of sight, out of mind”? Try doing the opposite. As long as they’re bagged correctly, veggies will last along with if in a vegetable crisper. Keep fast-to-eat veggies like baby carrots, precut red and green pepper strips, broccoli florets, tomatoes, and cucumbers as accessible as possible so you can rapidly grab them for snacking and meal prep.

Have a healthy and productive July! 

MJ 

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Simple methods to Tackle High Blood Pressure

High Blood Pressure is among the most common conditions that people all over the world are experiencing.

People frequently recognize that when you’ve hypertension, you should be careful of the sodium in your dieting plan- rather of asking somebody to pass the salt, you should take a pass on the salt. Restricting your salt usage is an essential start to controlling blood pressure, but it’s just a start. To be the most effective at reducing your elevated blood pressure or avoiding yourself from having hypertension, broader weight loss plan and way of living modifications will provide you the very best possibility for excellence.

Simple methods to Tackle High Blood Pressure

High Blood Pressure is among the most typical conditions that individuals all over the world are suffering from. Hypertension or hypertension is a state where there’s tension in the arteries, thereby going beyond the systolic pressure by 140 mm Hg and the diastolic pressure above 90.

Here are a few easy tips you can benefit from to improve your health

Exercise regularly

This is one of the best means to manage hypertension. According to the health specialists, if you work out at least 1 hour daily, your blood pressure will be lowered by 4 mmHg. In reality, you don’t have to wait for numerous moths to see the improvement. Routinely working out for a couple of weeks will make you feel the change.

Note: In case you can not do much workout, walking day-to-day for 20 minutes will likewise enhance your health.

It’s a good idea to talk to the physician prior to beginning your routine exercise. Bear in mind there may be specific workout restrictions for you. The doctors will asses your health and recommend the right kind of exercises.

Note: don’t only exercise on the weekends. Many individuals have the practice of exercising excessively in the weekends to compensate for the everyday week. Remember doing this will affect your health in an unfavorable way.

Lower the consumption of sodium in the diet

Remember this is among the most efficient means to improve your wellness. Simply by decreasing a small quantity of sodium, you can decrease the blood pressure approximately 8mm Hg.

Follow these suggestions to decrease the salt in the weight loss plan:

• Maintain a food diary mentioning the total sodium quantity you’ve day-to-day.
• Don’t consume fried chips and bacon. Stay clear of any kind of processed food, as they’re high in sodium.
• Use more of herbs and less of salt in your meals. Keep in mind 1 spoon of salt contains a huge amount of salt.
• Read the label on the packaged food before buying them. Avoid foods with high salt.

Note: abrupt decrease of sodium from the diet plan can be difficult. Therefore, attempt to reduce it gradually.

Do you know potassium is the ideal counter balance of sodium? So consist of more fresh fruits and vegetables that are rich in potassium. You can also take potassium supplements. Just seek advice from the doctor initially prior to taking them.
Following a dieting plan frequently can be difficult. Therefore, occasionally you can constantly savour your favorite delicacies. It’ll make you happy and most notably pleased.

Caffeine intake

Many health specialists believe caffeine to shoot up the blood pressure. Well, this point is still arguable. It’s suggested that you check if caffeine usage affects your blood pressure or not. Simply drink coffee and examine your blood pressure after at some point. If there’s a rise, it means caffeine influences you.

Smoking

Do you know smoking cigarettes is a considerable reason for hypertension? So if you’re a cigarette smoker, avoid smoking. In addition, likewise avoid inhaling 2nd hand smoke or whatever is famously referred to as passive smoke.

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Heart Healthy Foods That Lower Your Cholesterol

Cholesterol is a fatty compound that’s essential for the body and too much cholesterol in the blood can cause wellness issues.

Healthy eating can help to reduce cholesterol levels. Cholesterol is a fatty compound that’s discovered in the blood. It’s mainly produced in the body. Cholesterol plays a vital job in how every cell within the body works. Nonetheless, too much cholesterol within the blood can increase your danger of heart problems.

Heart Healthy Foods

Healthy eating begins with having the right heart-healthy foods in your kitchen. They assist lower cholesterol and keep your blood pressure under control. If you are not sure which foods to purchase, print this list to take to the grocery store.

Foods high in polyunsaturated fats include margarine spreads and oils for example sunflower, soybean and safflower, oily fish, and some nuts and seeds. Foods high in monounsaturated fats consist of margarine spreads and oils for instance olive, canola and peanut, avocados and some nuts.

Roasted almonds-with the skins

Just a fistful of almonds packs an amazing 9 grams of monounsaturated fat, helping lower bad cholesterol, while enhancing the good kind. Picking almonds instead of a doughnut, chips, or crackers for 2 snacks a day could minimize your ‘bad’ cholesterol by nearly 10 percent. Natural vitamin E within the almond’s ‘meat’ plus flavonoids in this nut’s papery skin also help stop the intro of artery-clogging plaque.

Oatmeal

Oatmeal is rich in dietary fiber, which lowers the amount of cholesterol your intestines take in. Pursue at least 10 grams every day to decrease your low-density protein levels.

Avocados

Women and guys that consumed one avocado daily for any week had a decrease in total cholesterol of 17 %. The impressive information: While their levels of unhealthy LDL and triglycerides fell, great HDL levels really rose-thanks, possibly towards the avocado’s high levels of ‘good’ monounsaturated fat. This fatty fruit can also be full of cholesterol-cutting beta-sitosterol.

Pistachios

Pistachios consist of selenium, an antioxidant that avoids heart disease.

Canned salmon

Among omega-3-rich fatty fish, salmon is king: One serving includes about 1.8 grams of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), vital omega-3s which help cut your risk of lethal out-of-rhythm heart beats, reduce bad cholesterol, cool inflammation, and may even prevent atherosclerosis and the development of embolism.

Olive Oil

Powerful antioxidants present in olive oil reduce the low-density lipoproteins in your system. Extra-virgin olive oil is most efficient.

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Foods That Help Lose Belly Fat!

t’s vital that we understand that not all the carbohydrates and fats benefit the body and they too have healthy and unhealthy selections in them.

Our body needs carbohydrates and fats to get energy from them. It’s crucial that we understand that not all the carbs and fats are good for the body and they too have healthy and unhealthy selections in them.

We need to determine the foods that provide the healthy carbs and fats that help us burn our belly fat much faster. Add some fat-busting, healthful foods to your diet to obtain into the very best shape of your life in no time.

Fresh fruits

Fresh fruits are loaded with natural sugar which is the right carb for the body. Additionally the fresh fruits likewise have the fiber content ion them making them the dieter’s best pal as they help in digestion and keep you complete for longer duration. Apples, grapefruits, blueberries, strawberries and raspberries consist of poly-phenols that enhance fat burning. A really fascinating trick is to consume apple simply before the meal as fiber material in it’ll make you complete earlier and you’ll consume less.

Green vegetables

Spinach consists of high levels of the amino acid L-glutamine, which enhances immune function and can cause the launch of fat-burning development hormones. Broccoli, Brussels sprouts and kale are other superstar veggies, loaded with vitamins and helpful nutrients. A great means of avoiding processed food is to obtain the pack of newly cut vegetables in addition to you in the home and as ssonas you feel the should snack you can have them. In this method you’ll eat just healthy and prevent the calories of unhealthy food thius helping you in reducing your belly fat.

Low fat dairy

Yogurt, cheese and skim milk have high protein foods and calcium content that prevents fat storage space and helps in fat burning. Cottage cheese has high casein protein material which forms a gel in the belly and guts and digests extremely slowly, fending off appetite and providing nutrients to the body for hours.

Lean proteins

Grilled chicken, baked fish, delicious beans and legumes provide lean protein which is very important for building muscle to change the fat we are burning when we exercise. Lean meat from the sources like turkey, fish and chicken enhances the food digestion of the fats due to its thermal impact. This occurs due to the reality that proteins take more energy to digest than the carbs and fats.

Whole grains

Oatmeal, brown rice, quinoa and whole-grain bread are high-fiber, high-protein sources of low-glycemic carbohydrates. They keep you fuller for a longer time as they get digested slowly thus providing energy for hours without enhancing your blood sugar levels or assisting body fat storage.

Black beans and various other vegetables likewise consist of high protein and fiber. Black beans in specific are high in fat-burning anthocyanins. White kidney beans contain high fiber levels and amylase inhibitors that block and slow the digestion of various other carbs such as sugars.

Water

All sorts of sweet beverages consisting of soft drink, colas and refreshments are loaded with sugars and fats that make us grow fat when we eat them. If they can be changed by the water then we’ll reduce the sugary intake and as a result we’ll have lowered belly too.

Eggs

Eggs whites are rich in protein which again utilizes calories to get digest thereby burning fats. In addition mono-unsaturated fats in the egg yolk likewise helps in fat burning. In fact individuals who consume eggs consume lower than the people who do not.

Healthy fats

Peanut butter and olive oil include high quantities of mono-unsaturated fat, which increase fat burning. Other important fatty acid sources such as omega-3 gotten from fish oil, flaxseed oil, almonds and other nuts and avocados also provide healthier choices to the unhealthy and filled dairy and animal fats.

Seafood

Seafood has all eight essential amino acids and it’s likewise a good source of protein. Fish too includes omega fatty acids which is very important for health. The best sorts of fishes to eat are salmon and tuna.

Protein shakes

Proteins are very important to burn fat, develop muscles and keep the body healthy. A glass of Protein shake has up to 36 gms of protein in it making it among the extremely important source to get energy. That’s why it’s necessary for the muscle builder to have protein shake after every round of exercise. This is where I recommend Shaklee 180 and their smoothies for weight loss. I lost 37 pounds myself! Almost 30-34g of protein depending on what fruit you put in the smoothie. 

Have a healthy and productive Week! 

MJ 

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Finding Your Inner Athlete Part 3

Smart Hydration for Better Workouts

Did you know the human body is made up of 60% water? Physiologically, fluids assist in the transportation of oxygen and nutrients through the bloodstream, provide lubrication in our joints and cushioning for our organs, and carry heat generated by exercise to the skin where it can be dissipated as sweat to cool the body. An adult loses about 2 liters of fluid per day through sweat, urine, respiration, and bowel movements, and that's why we often make the recommendation to drink eight glasses of water daily for proper hydration.

But as individuals, we all have different metabolic rates, we all live and exercise in different environments, and we all experience unique rates of sweat loss. Failure to replace lost fluids raises the risk of dehydration and increases the chance athletic performance and even health can be compromised. In addition to water, sweat contains electrolytes such as sodium and potassium that need to be replenished to support optimal fluid balance in the body.
Consider these hydration strategies to help get the most out of your workouts:

• Prehydration is a relatively new concept, but the goal is to prevent dehydration from occurring by properly hydrating and assuring normal plasma-electrolyte levels prior to exercise. Prehydrating can be accomplished by drinking water or sports drinks, and by consuming foods with a high water content several hours before exercise. Most of us can benefit by drinking two to three cups of fluid in the hours before exercise.
• Hydration during exercise helps to prevent dehydration and electrolyte imbalances and to minimize adverse effects on athletic and mental performance. Losing as little as 2% of body weight (or just 3 pounds in a 150-pound person) during exercise has been shown to compromise athletic performance. Drinking cool liquids early and often, and opting for sports drinks that contain electrolytes and energy-sustaining carbohydrates can be beneficial. In hot and humid conditions, you should drink half a cup or more of fluid every 15 to 20 minutes that you exercise.
• Rehydration after exercise is important to enhance the recovery process and to make up any remaining fluid or electrolyte deficits. In the hours after exercise, try to rehydrate with 2 cups of fluid (yes, 2 cups!) for every pound of weight lost during your workout. If weighing yourself is not an option, checking your urine color is a simple indicator of hydration status. A pale or clear color is usually a sign of proper hydration, whereas a dark yellow or tea-colored urine is a common indicator of dehydration.

So let's all get out and exercise—and drink up for peak athletic performance!

Have a healthy and productive day! 

MJ 

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Finding Your Inner Athlete Part 1

Professional athletes are different from the rest of us. They endure grueling training schedules, adversity, and even pain, yet still find a way to compete and succeed. Sports and competition are not just for professionals, but can be a part of everyone's life. You, too, can become an athlete, not by running a marathon, or biking across France, but by cultivating the mind-set of an athlete and pushing yourself to do the best you can.

Becoming an athlete (whether you compete or not) can have huge benefits for your health and wellbeing. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 80 percent of us are not meeting physical activity recommendations for aerobic and non-aerobic exercise. That is unfortunate because we can all benefit from being active. Exercising helps maintain your weight, strengthens bones, contributes to cardiovascular health, reduces stress, and even improves your mood.

What is the difference between you and a serious athlete? It is less than you might think and has to do with their habits and mind-set. Knowing what professionals know can help you live a long and healthy life.

Here is how to find your inner athlete:

• Routine: For athletes, exercising is like bathing or brushing their teeth. It is just something that they do every day (or most days), without questioning whether or not they have the time or the energy. Make exercise part of your day, not an addition to it.
• Uncomfortable: Exercising is not always a comfortable experience. You are going to get too hot or too cold, you are going to sweat, and little aches and pains will pop up from time to time. This is all part of the process and not a reason to stop. In fact, overcoming these challenges can give you a sense of accomplishment that might help you stick to your routine.
• Diet: What you eat is important. The food that you put in your body is not only your fuel, but the basic building blocks of a healthy body. If you want that body to work and function well, you have to fuel it with good nutrition and back that up with nutritional supplements when you are not getting what you need. As you exercise more, you may benefit from products designed to help you with energy, hydration, and muscle recovery.
• Mind Games: Cultivating the mind-set of an athlete means understanding that you can go much further than you think you can. Ultramarathoner Scott Jurak says that the only thing that keeps him going when he is running 50-plus miles is his mind because his body has been telling him to stop for the past hour. Think you have hit your limit? Give a little more effort and you might be surprised at what you can do.
• Competition: A little friendly competition can keep you motivated. Winning is important to most professional athletes, but beating their own personal best is often more motivating. They compete against themselves more than others. Competition, whether in a local 5k or against your own record, can be what gets you out of bed and to your training on the mornings you don't feel like it.

Become an athlete on your level. Try golf, hiking, tennis, swimming, or even walking. Think about challenging yourself with a little competition (look for a run or walk for a cause you believe in to help you stay motivated). The mall is a great place to walk if you live where it gets too hot or too cold for you to exercise outdoors. A pedometer is a great tool to engage that competitive spirit; see if you can walk more steps this week than you did last week.

You may be intimidated by exercising, but it doesn't have to be that hard. You don't have to train for a marathon, triathlon, or iron man competition to become an athlete; you just have to dedicate yourself to getting out there and doing something. Exercise has too many important benefits to leave it to the professionals; borrow the mind-set of the athlete and get out there and hit the road today.

Consult your physician before starting any exercise program, especially if you are significantly overweight, have cardiovascular health issues and/or you have not been exercising regularly.

Have a healthy and productive day! Part 2 Tomorrow! 

MJ 

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