Foods rich in natural antioxidants
Foods rich in natural antioxidants to protect us against free radicals, which are the cause of aging and disease cells.
Help prevent carcinogenesis, more and more studies linking a diet rich in antioxidant foods with lower levels of cancer.
Also, provide cardiovascular protection and that cholesterol becomes really harmful or dangerous when oxidized by free radicals, which then tends to stick to artery walls.
The ingredients that make up this mix is a combination of antioxidant superfoods that are ready to be eaten without cooking, so it turns out to be a useful nutritional supplement for all meals. Continue reading
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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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.