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Four Foods With “Bad Press”
We can say that there are foods that have had “bad publicity.” Often categorized as “unhealthy” foods that really are not so, and if we knew we could consume in our diets include no problem.
Within these foods with “negative press” are nuts, bread, frozen vegetables, and egg.
Nuts have a bad reputation due to its high calorific value, when in reality, our bodies also provide good quality fatty acids, vegetable proteins and fibers. In addition to vitamins and minerals.
The bread, enough alone to believe that fat. The nutrients that gives the bread is very healthy, his presence is important in our diet. The bread does not harm our health.
Frozen vegetables, is believed to be frozen for lost nutrients. In truth, they are plant, period. Frozen vegetables give us the ability to access them throughout the year, even when food is not at the station.
Egg, the belief that the egg is high in fat made this food for years was “marginalized.” However, the egg is rich in proteins, vitamins, iron and other minerals.
What is important for achieving a healthy diet is to combine all foods without removing any. Include all and any in excess, thus achieving a balanced diet.
The Diet of Fiber
Fiber-rich foods play a major role for good nutrition.
Well known for its low calorie, fibrous foods like celery, green leafy vegetables, vegetables, apples, also have major benefits for weight control. Require more time to chew properly and are evacuated from the stomach more slowly, which helps to control feelings of hunger.
This plan will allow us to eat rich, while at the same time, control cholesterol and down some extra kilos.
Consuming foods rich in fiber will reduce the symptoms of constipation, diverticulosis and some types of intestinal irritation. Fiber without being absorbed by our body, remains in the intestine, stimulating peristalsis, increasing stool bulk, thus the daily evacuation is well benefit.
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Fruits and Vegetables
Why is it important to consume fruits and vegetables daily?
The latest national survey on eating habits in childhood and adolescence (Study enKid, 1998-2000), in which more than 3,500 people between 2 and 24 years of age, shows something that is new, although its significance: the fruit and vegetable consumption among children and adolescents is inadequate. Fruits and vegetables are foods that are a significant source of variety of vitamins (folic acid, C, pro-vitamin A. …), minerals (potassium, magnesium), water, fiber and antioxidants.
Their consumption is important because, if you include them in adequate amounts in your diet, you are contributing to the health of the whole family, helping to reduce the risk of diseases such as constipation, hypertension, high cholesterol and even certain types cancer. Do not forget to include in your diet every day.
Fiber-Rich Foods Preventing Constipation
Adopt a diet rich in fiber. The plant foods – fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts and seeds, seaweed – all contain fiber, while those of animal origin do not. There are two types of fiber: insoluble and soluble fiber. Generally, plants contain both types of fibers, with dominance for the insoluble fiber. Some only contain soluble fiber in large quantity.
The cellulose, Hemicellulose and Lignin are insoluble. They prevent constipation by absorbing much water, which stimulates contractions of the intestine. Must accompany the consumption of these fibers plenty of fluids to avoid obstruction of the digestive tract.
Pectin, gums and mucilages are soluble fibers. Psyllium is one of the few plants to contain mostly soluble fiber. Oats and barley also contain. This type of fiber helps prevent constipation by absorbing water and creating a gel. They also help control blood sugar and lower cholesterol.
Recall that according to the Food Guide, we should consume 6 to 8 servings of grain products per day, preferably whole grain or enriched.