The Health Benefits of Walnuts
Walnuts
Have you noticed that as of late there are lots of recipes or dishes in restaurants that include walnuts? That is because out of the nut family the walnut is a type of superfood. It has been for a long time. The archeological record can trace roasted walnuts as far back as 8,000 years ago. Anyway you want to slice it, adding walnuts to your daily diet is a no brainer. They taste good and they are good for you.
Nutrients in Walnuts
Walnuts are rich protein, antioxidants and fiber. They contain Vitamin B, magnesium, and Vitamin E. Walnuts have significantly higher amounts of omega 3 fatty acids as compared to other nuts.
Health Benefits of Walnuts
Heart Healthy – Walnuts contain a healthy dose of omega 3 fatty acids which is the same key formula in fish. Omega 3 has been known to help the LDL levels and raise HDL levels.
Cholesterol – Adding walnuts to your daily diet has shown to reduce your bad or LDL cholesterol levels.
Others Benefits – Alzheimer’s Disease, weight loss
Categories: Healthy Foods, Nuts and Seeds Tags: antioxidant, cholesterol, fiber, heart disease, Nuts and Seeds, omega 3
The Health Benefits of Cinnamon
Cinnamon
Cinnamon actually comes from the bark of a small Southeast Asian evergreen tree. Although most people use cinnamon in it`s dried powerded form it is actuallys available as an oil and an extract. It is probably the oldest known spice being mentioned in the Bible and in ancient Egypt where it was used as medicine, flavoring drinks and in the mummification process.
Nutrients in Cinnamon
Cinnamon is an excellent source of manganese, fiber, iron, and calcium.
Health Benefits of Cinnamon
Cancer Fighting – Studies indicate that cinnamon inhibits tumor cell proliferation.
Heart Healthy – The combination of all of the nutrients in cinnamon make it an excellent source of fibre which helps battle the ill effects of bad cholesterol thus making it a powerful heart healthy spice.
Anti Fungal – Cinnamon has shown an amazing ability to stop medication-resistant yeast infections. This includes the common yeast problem of Candida.
Others Benefits – improve memory, toothaches, anti-inflammatory
Categories: Healthy Foods, Spices Tags: anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, cancer fighting, cinnamon, heart disease, Spices
Apricots Health Benefits
Apricots The ancient Romans gave the apricot its name – from the Latin word for "precocious" – because the apricot is the first fruit of the season to ripen. The name stuck, and the apricot spread all over, from Europe, to America, and all the way to Australia. Whether fresh or dried, eating apricots will help you fight the effects of aging, protect your eyesight, ward off cancer, and prevent heart disease. The apricot is loaded with beta carotene, iron, fiber, vitamin C, and several B vitamins. If you dry an apricot, its nutrients get more concentrated, making dried apricots a great snack.
Health Benefits of Apricots
Cancer Fighting – Apricots, especially dried ones, are another source of lycopene, the amazing carotenoid that can help prevent prostate, breast, and several other cancers. Though apricots aren't nearly as good a source of lycopene – about 30 dried ones have the same amount as one tomato – munching on them throughout the day can boost your lycopene quicker than you think.
Apricots are also a good source of the most famous carotenoid of them all – beta carotene. This powerful antioxidant reduces your risk of some types of stomach and intestinal cancers. To get these benefits, experts suggest getting at least 5 milligrams of beta carotene each day. That's equal to about six fresh apricots. Improves Eyesight – What you eat can affect your vision. Dr. Robert G. Cumming, the lead researcher for the Blue Mountains Eye Study, says, "Our study confirms the importance of vitamin A for cataract prevention." Cumming adds, "Our overall conclusion is that a well-balanced diet is needed for eye health." Since apricots are a good source of beta carotene, which your body converts to vitamin A, and several other nutrients, they could be just what you're looking for. Other Benefits – Alzheimer's and age-related mental problems, like memory loss, longevity
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: (100 grams)
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 48
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 1mg
0%
Total Carboydrates 11g
3%
Dietary Fiber 2g
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Sugars 9g
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Protein 1g
2%
Vitamin A
38%
Vitamin C
16%
Iron
2%
Calcium
1%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs
Categories: Fruit, Healthy Foods Tags: cancer fighting, eyesight, fiber, Fruit, heart disease, iron, vitamin c
The Health Benefits of Pomegranates
Pomegranates
If you search for Pomegranates in google you will see articles about how they are the new super food. This isn`t entirely true since mankind has been using the Pomegranate since the days of Greek Mythology.
Nutrients in Pomegranates – Pomengranates contain vitamins A, C, and folic acid. They have high levels of polyphenol antioxidants with powerful free-radical scavenging ability.
Health Benefits of Pomegranates
Cancer Fighting – Pomegranates contain phytonutrients that help to protect the body from dangerous free radicals. Studies indicate that pomegranate juice has been shown to delay the development of breast and colon cancers.
Heart Healthy – Studies have shows that drinking Pomegranate juice decreases LDL cholesterol and protects against the oxidation of LDL cholesterol. This means that it protects you against heart attacks
Others Benefits – blood clots, diarrhea, arthritis
How to Get the Seeds From a Pomegranate
I started to buy a pomegranate every week in the groceries and had a heck of time eating it without making a mess. The juice will stain your counters or table tops so be careful.
1. Cut your pomengrante in 4 equal pieces.
2. Get a big bowl of water and submerge your piece and then pull the seeds off when it under water.
3. The seeds will sink to the bottom of the water so you can collect them with no mess.
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| Calories: 68 |
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| Total Fat 0g | 0% | ||||||||
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% | ||||||||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | ||||||||
| Sodium 3mg | 0% | ||||||||
| Total Carboydrates 17g | 5% | ||||||||
| Dietary Fiber 1g | ~ | ||||||||
| Sugars 17g | ~ | ||||||||
| Protein 1g | 1% | ||||||||
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Categories: Fruit, Healthy Foods Tags: cancer fighting, Fruit, heart disease, pomegranates
Health Benefits of Sunflower Seeds
Sunflower Seeds
Are sunflower seeds good for you? You bet they are. Just make sure if you buy the unsalted kind. Otherwise you will be adding a lot of sodium to your diet that you just don't need. You can add sunflower seeds to practically any recipe you want such as soups, sandwiches and salads.
Nutrients in Sunflower Seeds
The sunflower seeds are rich in vitamin E, thiamine, manganese, magnesium, copper, selenium, phosphorous and folate.
Health Benefits of Sunflower Seeds
Cancer Fighting – Sunflower seeds contain selenium and this is very importan in fighting cancer. Seleniun may prevent the growth of malignant cells. Selenium also obstructs development of cancer cells and encourages the body to remove abnormal cells.
Heart Healthy – Sunflower seeds are high in Vitamin E which is excellent for the heart. It lowers the risk of the cardiovascular disease as well as lowers cholesterol levels.
Others Benefits – improve energy, diuretic, constipation, chest pain
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| Calories: 570 |
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| Total Fat 50g | 76% | ||||||||
| Saturated Fat 5g | 25% | ||||||||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | ||||||||
| Sodium 3mg | 0% | ||||||||
| Total Carboydrates 19g | 6% | ||||||||
| Dietary Fiber 11g | ~ | ||||||||
| Sugars 3g | ~ | ||||||||
| Protein 23g | 45% | ||||||||
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Categories: Healthy Foods, Nuts and Seeds Tags: cancer fighting, heart disease, Nuts and Seeds, sunflower seeds
