Archive for March, 2009

Break the Fasting

Wednesday, March 25th, 2009

During sleep, the body consumes a reasonable amount of food and minerals as it does when awake. A lot of people don’t realize that the history behind the work “breakfast” is a scientific fact. The body gets extremely hungry during sleep without you even noticing it. Consequently, a person should break fasting once you get up in the morning and provide a health plate for the body. Given below are healthy meals to for “breakfast”.

  1. Yogurt, a few egg whites and toast. The combination of these three will increase your energy and provide refill for digested food.
  2. Pancakes with low-fat cheese and a glass of milk. Protein is also depleted during sleep. The trio of protein, fiber and sugar is a staple for the morning dining table.

Oat, banana and lettuce. Greens and yellows for breakfast are a sure way to give you boost for a long day ahead. 

Common Foods to Make You Lose Weight

Saturday, March 7th, 2009

In the market is a wide array of fruits and vegetables ready for consumption. The long list includes lettuce, oranges, beans, ginger and a whole lot more. However, in as much as people rave about these commons fruits and veggies, they are unaware of its functions. Below is a list of common yellows and greens to make you lose weight.

Apples. Apples are packed with fiber assisting weight loss. It’s also a great low-fat snack especially when you’re on the run.

Mangoes. Rich in beta-carotene, this antioxidant has been linked in reducing risks of cancers.

Oranges. This fruits contains suffice amount of Vitamin C. Not only does it enhance the immune system, it fights the development of cancer.

Garlic. Aside from making dishes taste better, Garlic is known for disease preventing potentials. Chief components of Garlic are allicin and diallyl sulfide.

Onion. Onions contain a load of vitamin A and considered to be a cancer and cholesterol fighting vegetable.

Tomatoes. Beta-carotene, vitamin c, potassium, are all present in tomatoes. This antioxidant should be a staple in your meals.

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