Super Foods and Super Bad Foods! What to add and subtract from your diet.
Super foods. Best bang for your buck.
Lemon- Supports weight loss, has antiviral and antibacterial properties, cleanses the liver, alkalizing properties,
Coconut Oil- Boosts immunity, lowers bad cholesterol, positively effects hormones and thyroid which aid in weight loss,
Ginger- Promotes blood flow, assists in nutrient absorption. Aids in digestion and immunity. Shown to induce destruction of ovarian cancer cells.
Turmeric- Will actually KILL cancer cells. Studies show you should consume about a tsp a day to prevent cancer and those with cancer should consume a TB a day.
Fermented Foods- Easier to digest, aids in absorption of nutrients, and promotes good bacteria growth in your digestive system while pushing out the bad.
Apple Cider Vinegar- Kills fungus and candida in the digestive system, eliminates joint pain, boosts immunity, shown to lower blood pressure and bad cholesterol.
Quinoa- A complete protein containing all 9 essential amino acids. Contains double the fiber of most grains and contains iron and magnesium.
Braggs Amino Acids- Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. Protein is present in every cell of the body and vital to EVERY bodily function.
Blueberries- Antioxidant superstar. Also and anti-inflammatory and can reduce the risk of heart disease.
Pumpkin Seeds- Loaded with minerals and the most alkalizing seed. Good source of zinc and Vitamin K.
Tea- If you don’t like it, learn to! There are so many teas out there and each one does something for the body. Start replacing some of your drinks everyday with tea. Come up with your favorite tea drink and go with it. Example: Dandelion Root tea, a slice of ginger, a tsp. of raw honey, and half the juice of a lemon. Delicious and healthy.
Super bad foods. Keep them out of your mouth and body!
Sodium Nitrate- You fill find this in most cured meat, hot dogs, bacon, ham, etc. They aid in preserving but the main goal is to turn the meat pink so it’s more appealing to the eye. Nitrate are a KNOWN carcinogen. You can fine bacon, hot dogs, and such that are nitrate free. Try the Applegate line.
Excitotoxins- The biggest offender is MSG, or monosodium glutamate. Sadly, it’s in a ton of food. Clean eating can eliminate most of this because it’s found in processed food and does not occur in nature. The purpose of these is to “excite” your taste buds. After it excites your nerved, it causes nerve cells to die.
Margarine and other Hydrogenated Oils- May as well be plastic. Clogs arteries. Enough said.
Artificial Sweeteners- Inhibits weight loss, makes you feel less full and encourages you to eat more. They are also linked to cancer and diabetes. Your sweet receptors think you are eating sugar which will product an unnecessary insulin spike in your body. This can lead to insulin resistance.