This list of foods tends to get the most attention from the major
news networks each time a new discovery confirms their cancer-fighting
prowess. While several factors contribute to cancer, as well as its
remission, what you eat plays a big part as well, and it is one of the
easier ways you can exert your control and deal from a point of power.
You can eat these foods as part of a prevention program if you have a
family history, or as a way to battle back if you’ve already been
diagnosed.
These are foods that are said to be alkaline, meaning that once
digested by your body they will have an alkaline effect, rather than an
acidic effect. If you’re following an alkaline diet each of these foods
is considered pre-approved. Some have more alkalinity than others, and
you’re able to eat as much of those as you’d like, while keeping
portions in mind on foods that are only midly alkaline.
It plagues both teenagers and adults alike, making itself one of the
most common and loathed cosmetic problems of all time. But acne runs
more than skin deep, sometimes being downright painful, even leading to
secondary infection and scarring. It also does just about as much
psychological damage as physical. Whether you have chronic acne or
occasional, natural remedies are a good way to easily (and affordably)
manage your skin care and chase away the breakout-blues.
There are two sides to everything and just as there are foods that
are super bad for you, there are also those that are super good for you.
It’s a matter of eating foods that help you burn fat as the norm, only
indulging in your favorite belly-busting foods on occasion, rather than
the other way around. Here is a list that will keep the pounds coming
off, and help you slim down those fatty spots.
See which foods to eat to correct a myriad of health problems. These
are some of the most common health problems that people suffer from, and
chances are you’ve had at least one in the past and could be suffering
from one right now. Learn how to treat it naturally with food.
It’s a big world out there, filled with a vast variety of foods, many
of which don’t make it to mainstream consciousness. But it’s time to
shed some light on these 19 healthy foods because they deserve a spot on
your plate thanks to the nutritional benefits they contain. They were
picked based on cross between being really healthy for you, and being
largely unknown.
If you’re looking to keep your blood sugar levels stabilized you’ll
want to consider a food’s rank on the Glycemic Index to see how it will
affect you. We’ve gathered a sampling of some of the lower glycemic
foods that won’t lead to a spike in blood sugar levels as long as
they’re eaten in moderation. Find out now just which foods you can eat
to feel full and satiated without causing major spikes in your blood
glucose levels.
If you are worried about high blood pressure, or have been told by
your doctor that you’re at risk for it, then you can take steps in your
lifestyle to try and improve it. One of the biggest factors you can
consider is what you’re eating. There are several foods that have been
shown to bring down blood pressure levels, all else being equal. Start
eating more of these foods and lower blood pressure should be a natural
byproduct.
Some foods have long been thought of as aphrodisiacs, but is there
any truth to this? We’ve separated fact from fiction and are presenting
the top 11 foods that have some actual proof behind the theory that they
get you in the mood. They may not be magic bullets that take you from
zero to hero in the bedroom, but they may provide the extra boost needed
to get things cooking.
Find out which foods to use to improve the way you feel. Whether
you’re anxious, sad, angry, disappointed, or just plain fed up, you can
use a meal, snack, or beverage to get back to feeling good.
Learn what your body is trying to tell you by the food cravings
you’re having. We’ve uncovered the most popular food cravings and
provide healthy alternatives so you can crave your way to a healthy
lifestyle.
If you’re looking for real energy, not the kind you get from “energy”
drinks but from eating food that is infused with it, we’ve got you
covered. Here are 35 different foods you can turn to when you want to
feel energized all day long, or when you feel run down and need a quick
boost to propel you through your afternoon or before a workout.
Treating your heart right is a cornerstone to your overall health and
well-being. What you eat plays a big part, and over time both good and
bad habits can really add up. Knowing the right foods to eat to feed
your heart well is important, not just for the way you feel now, but for
your long-term health and lifespan. We’ve assembled some of the top
foods out there that are heart healthy.
Supplying your digestive system with the helpful bacteria it needs is
vital for your overall health and wellbeing. It may sound
counterintuitive to ingest bacteria on purpose, but not all bacteria are
the same, and there are some that are symbiotic to your body, and
actually help break down the food you eat. Not having enough in place
can cause digestive problems so be sure to maintain healthy levels.
If you’re looking to limit the damage done by free radicals,
antioxidants are the way to go. And when it comes to antioxidant value,
not all foods are created equally. Here are some of the top-ranking
foods based on antioxidants so you’ll have a good idea of what can help
your body starting the moment you eat them.
This list of superfoods is pretty extensive, with each food
containing multiple benefits, it represents a way to eat efficiently,
and to battle back in a world that presents us with so many unhealthy
options. Start incorporating more of these healthy foods into your daily
eating routine and you’ll be taking great strides towards feeling and
looking better. Just be consistent, slowly eating more and more foods
that help you, instead of hinder you.
It’s hard to wrap your head around the idea that a certain food is
able to help your body purge toxins. But that’s exactly what these 20
superfoods do for you, each with their own specialization. Some might
help the liver function more properly, while others are great for the
digestive system, two important ways that the body has for eliminating
toxic substances. You can use these as part of a detox diet, or to help
keep your body clean on an ongoing basis.
Getting your metabolism revved up is one key to successful weight
loss. One way to accomplish this is building more lean muscle, and
another is making subtle dietary changes so that your metabolism
maintains its new speed. The beauty of a faster metabolism is that
you’ll be burning more fat at all hours of the day, and even while
you’re sleeping you’ll be slimming down. Start by making sure you’re
eating one of these each day, and build until you have one at each meal.
Eating to battle back the pain of arthritis entails knowing which
foods can help soothe the inflammation and make you feel better
throughout the day. Just as there are foods that can cause your
arthritis to feel worse, there are those that help the body either with
the antioxidants, minerals, or omega-3 fatty acids they contain. See the
top foods you should be eating to fight arthritis.
The fat free diet craze is finally behind us, as it has become clear
that not all fats are processed by the body in the same way, and there
are even healthy fats that you’re supposed to eat. But keeping your
consumption of unhealthy fat down is still a good way to go, and these
foods will keep your fat totals to a minimum.
These easily digested foods will help make sure that you don’t end up
with heartburn, diarrhea, constipation, gassiness, or bloating. They’re
generally accepted as being easy on the digestive system, and they
provide healthy benefits as well. We’ll also show you 5 foods that have
been known to be tougher to digest for some, and you’ll want to see how
you respond to them.
Here are a dozen foods that have a high level of estrogen or
phytoestrogen, and will help restore a balance to your hormone levels.
These levels can fluctuate during a lifetime, and as you go through
changes you’ll need to modify foods in your diet to account for these
changes. Use this list to get more or less of these foods depending on
what your needs are.
Watching your carb intake is a good idea, as excessive amounts of
carbohydrates can often lead to weight gain, and the Standard American
Diet is loaded with them. Just becoming aware of which foods are high in
carbohydrates and which ones are not can be helpful. This list contains
foods that don’t contain any carbohydrates at all, so you can enjoy
them freely without worrying about contributing to your carbohydrate
total.
With so many sleep aids and prescription sleeping pills available,
it’s tempting to take the easy route, but those can be habit forming and
come with a long list of side effects. A healthier and more natural way
to go about getting better sleep is to make dietary changes, eating
foods that will help you feel sleepy, and also help you sleep more
soundly during the night. We’ve found 18 of the top foods for sleep so
you can start today.
Time marches on, it wait for no man or woman, and if you aren’t
helping your body by eating the right foods you’ll only be accelerating
the aging process. But don’t fret, there are foods that can help you do
battle against Father Time, providing your body with antioxidants,
vitamins, minerals, and important nutrients that will help you not only
look good but feel good too.
Whether you’ve been diagnosed with Celiac disease, have a gluten
sensitivity, or just want to eat a gluten-free diet for health, you’ll
need to know which foods are GF, and which ones aren’t. This list
provides you with a quick reference so you’ll know what to fill your
shopping cart with the next time you’re at the grocery store.
If you’re looking to keep your cholesterol levels in check, here are
our picks for some of the best foods to help you do that. Of course
there are cholesterol lowering drugs that can get the job done, but if
you can reduce your dependency on them by eating the right foods, you’ll
be healthier for it. Always follow your doctor’s advice and work with
them on the best plan for you.
Keeping your brain healthy is not just a long-term concern. You’ll
want to make sure that you’re feeding your brain each day so that you
can be at your best. The foods you eat have an impact on how your brain
functions, and these foods are known for providing it with what it needs
for optimal performance. Start incorporating more of these foods into
your diet starting today.
Here are the nasties that you want to avoid at all costs. These are
foods that will slow you down, slow your metabolism down, clog your
arteries, make your heart race, and otherwise junk up your system. Many
of these foods confuse the body because they contain artificial
ingredients that were created in a lab just a few years back. Many are
heavily frowned upon by the health community as well and governmental
advisory committees. Know your enemy.
Why 1 Ounce of Prevention is Worth 1 Pound of Cure
This is an old adage attributed to Benjamin Franklin that has some
real value to it. It’s saying that it’s far easier to prevent something
bad from occurring than to deal with the aftermath of that bad thing
happening. In regards to your health it’s easier to live right, be
healthy, and think positively so that you stay disease free than it is
to neglect those things and try to cure problems like cancer, heart
disease, strokes, diabetes, ulcers, and more.
The Prevention Process
Preventing the onset of potentially serious diseases like heart
disease and cancer is the goal, and involves leading a lifestyle and
having the mentality that keeps you in optimal health. What’s
interesting is that most of us don’t live our lives in a state of
optimal health, and instead wallow somewhere between total well-being
and the onset of harmful conditions and ailments. If we just took small
steps here and there to tip the scales to our favor we’d be healthier
for it, live longer, and enjoy more of those years.
Curing Conditions
Curing these sort of diseases is typically a long drawn out process
and is often far more expensive than doing the things necessary to
prevent them. To really cure something involves first getting a proper
diagnosis, and then following the recommended treatment options until
you can say that you’re free of the disease in question. It’s very
resource intensive, involving several man hours of doctor time, the use
of prescription pharmaceuticals, and in some instances aggressive
treatments with potentially risky cutting-edge drugs.Curing a disease is often the last resort, and can be a matter of life and death in many instances.
Why It’s So Hard to Eat Right
The problem lies in the fact that many of these diseases and
conditions do not present themselves immediately. It’s not as if you
become obese overnight, or develop cancer shortly after eating or
drinking the wrong thing. Since the consequence is not directly linked
to our behavior in the moment, it makes it harder to stick to a healthy
lifestyle. Eating right and exercising now in hopes of avoiding a
catastrophe 10 or 15 years down the road is something that is hard to
wrap your head around, and to stick to.
The Good News
The good news is that for many people an overhaul or quantum leap is
not necessary, and you don’t have to live on tree bark and berries in
order to be healthy. Not eating the wrong foods is the first step, and
then gradually introducing new and better foods will shift your outlook
considerably and put you back on the path of prevention. A good diet and
exercise is also highly recommended if you’re trying to cure something
you already have.
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