HELPFUL INFORMATION |
WHY WE CRAVE JUNK FOOD |
Calcium: Helps to build bones, and keep our bones healthy. It also enables our blood to clot, and our hearts to beat.
Vitamin C: Vitamin C (also known as ascorbic acid) is abundant in vegetables and fruits. A water-soluble vitamin and powerful antioxidant, it helps the body form and maintain connective tissue, including bones, blood vessels, and skin. Vitamin D: Your body must have vitamin D to absorb calcium and promote bone growth. Too little vitamin D results in soft bones in children (rickets) and fragile, misshapen bones in adults (osteomalacia). You also need vitamin D for other important body functions. Potassium: Potassium helps with the ability of your skeletal and smooth muscles to contract. Your body is constantly releasing potassium through your urine. Fiber: Prebiotic fiber is good for your digestive system because it feeds the good bacteria (called probiotics) that live in there. Protein: Your body uses protein to build and repair tissues, and nails and hair are mostly made out of protein. ORGANIC VS NONORGANICOrganic is the way farmers grow and process agricultural products so in order to be labeled organic, the food need to be free from artificial food additives. There are four different label for organic foods. 100% organic which means that it is made entirely from organic materials. Organic which means that at least 95% of the ingredients are certified organic. Made with organic ingredients means that at least 70% organic ingredients. Something would be considered Non-Organic if less than 70% is organic ingredients.
There are some studies that show that organic foods have more nutrients than non-organic, but there are many other studies that show that there is no difference between organic and non-organic if we are talking about healthy (more nutrients, etc.). Organic or Nonorganic: Always wash and scrub your fruits/veggies. Doing so, you will be able to get rid of bacteria, dirt, and chemicals off the surface. WHAT TO EAT: MENSTRUAL CYCLEDark Chocolate : Dark chocolate is not the healthiest option, but it’ll relax your muscles and keep you happier.
Pineapple : Vitamins in pineapples actually relaxes your muscles to combat the cramps, plus this fruit has the added bonus of boosting your mood. Peanut Butter : Peanut butter is high in vitamin E — another magical vitamin that helps with inflammation and cramping. WHAT TO EAT : WHEN BLOATEDCayenne Pepper: Capsaicin in the pepper increases the flow of digestive enzymes through your intestines.
Yogurt: It contains good bacteria that helps your gastrointestinal system digest food properly. Bananas: Contain one of the highest levels of potassium which helps a lot with belly-flattening. Lemon/Lemon Juice: The atomic composition in lemon juice is comparable to our stomach's digestive juice so it helps reduce & relief bloating. |
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CRAVINGS
VEGETARIAN BENEFITSFirst I’ll explain the different types of diet types.
Ovo Lacto Vegetarian (Vegetarian): Plant based foods(no meat) but can contain eggs and dairy. Pescetarian: Plant based foods(no meat) and includes fish and seafood. Vegan: Abstains from ALL animal products. Vegetarian Lifestyle can help support Heart Health: Eating plant based food can help to lower inflammation which is a root cause of heart disease. Vegetarian Helps With Weight Loss: Vegetables are very filling, healthy and they are not high in calories. If someone eats a lot of vegetables, it will help them to not overeat, and they will get the nutrition that they need. WHAT TO EAT: IF YOU ARE ATHLETICCarbohydrates are the most important fuel for an athlete. Carbs are stored as fuel inside muscles and athletes need full carbohydrate stores before activity.
Lean meat, chicken, turkey, fish, eggs, low-fat milk, cheese, yogurt, tofu, beans and lentils: high-quality protein sources & helps recover muscle. Beet juice for stamina: Boosts your energy Honey: Helps with endurance Pea protein to delay muscle fatigue: (yellow peas) they have amino acids, and it delays fatigue during exercise! Blueberries: they reduce inflammation Tart cherries: Fight pain and regain strength. Salmon: Contains omega 3 acids which help fighting heart disease, staving off type 2 diabetes, and it can help build muscle. Why is it important? If you don’t maintain a healthy lifestyle you won't be able to reach your training targets as soon as you would like. Your concentration skills can decrease, you are more likely to get injured, etc. |