Diet and Nutrition

Not all fats are bad. Look for chocolates made with the best kinds of fat. Cacao butter is a natural oil containing stearic acid (abundant in olive oil) and high levels of antioxidants. Virgin coconut oil may also be used in some good…
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Tomatoes are an abundant source of lycopene. Lycopene is a carotenoid and has significant anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Including tomatoes in your daily diet can reduce your risk for inflammatory health conditions. Lycopene…
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Green tea is a source of caffeine, and delivered in a more gentle, sustained way than the jolt of coffee. Caffeine, of course, is a fat burner with a well-established track record. According to ‘The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition’,…
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This pudding or snack uses chia seeds that help to draw out toxins from the liver and pass them into the colon for elimination. Chia seeds are also high in omega-3 and make you feel really full. Ingredients 4 heaped tbsp chia seeds…
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This delicious salad is packed with alkalising, cleansing nutrients. If you still feel hungry after one bowl – go ahead and have another! Ingredients 4 zucchinis, finely sliced into rounds Juice and finely-grated zest of one…
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Certain properties of red wine seem to have beneficial effects on health when you have it in moderation. Moderate alcohol consumption (one drink per day for women, one to two drinks per day for men) has consistently been linked to lower…
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Many nuts can be used in savoury dishes. Hazelnuts or almonds, for instance, can be toasted and then added to grain salads. Braised nuts make a good addition to stews, soups and curries. Nuts can also be used as a flour substitute or in…
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Smoothies are a quick and easy way to get vital nutrients. Because they are easy to swallow, they are a favourite of senior adults as also children. Research suggest that blueberries may influence genes which regulate fat-burning and…
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Research shows that people who have three or more servings of whole grains per day have 10% less visceral adipose tissue or belly fat than those whose diets include very few whole grains. Stick with whole grains as your best choice in your…
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Blackberries have some of the highest antioxidant levels of any fruit. They are high in antioxidants that fight free radicals. They are great to satisfy your sweet tooth if you want to lose weight or you're on a low-carb eating plan. One…
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