8.19.2010
LET'S TALK ABOUT..
7:47 PM | Posted by
EmMarah
LET'S TALK ABOUT VEGGIES AND FRUITS! I know some people go "ewww" upon hearing the words veggies and fruits. I know, it's not really mouthwatering as a BigMac meal. Hey, we have a purpose so every time you think about fastfood, don't get hungry, don't crave for it, think about the grease, imagine yourself chugging down a small bottle of cooking oil and maybe you'll lose the appetite for unhealthy foods.
I will share to you guys today the 10 FOODS THAT DON'T JUST REJUVENATE YOUR SKIN, THEY ALSO DELIVER IMPORTANT HEALTH BENEFITS TO BOOT by Karyn Repinski. So it's really important for you to stay around and finish this entry. ;)
The article I'm about to type in here are from Prevention magazine, April 2010 issue with Vanessa Williams on the cover
We want to share what we've learned and we want you guys to also interact with both Mara and I. We are encouraging you dear friends to tell us your success story, let's inspire each other. ;)
You're probably itching now to know what those 10 foods right?so here we go.
TOP VEGETABLE:
ROMAINE LETTUCE
I will share to you guys today the 10 FOODS THAT DON'T JUST REJUVENATE YOUR SKIN, THEY ALSO DELIVER IMPORTANT HEALTH BENEFITS TO BOOT by Karyn Repinski. So it's really important for you to stay around and finish this entry. ;)
The article I'm about to type in here are from Prevention magazine, April 2010 issue with Vanessa Williams on the cover
We want to share what we've learned and we want you guys to also interact with both Mara and I. We are encouraging you dear friends to tell us your success story, let's inspire each other. ;)
You're probably itching now to know what those 10 foods right?so here we go.
TOP VEGETABLE:
ROMAINE LETTUCE
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WHY YOU'LL GLOW - Six leaves provide more than 100% of your DV (Daily Value) of vitamin A, which revitalizes skin by increasing cell turnover. The mineral potassium in romaine "gives skin a refreshing boost of nutrients and oxygen by improving circulation," says Lisa Drayer, RD, author of The Beauty Diet.
HEALTH BONUS - That same serving of romaine contains 45% of the DV of vitamin K which a recent study shows activates a protein that supports vascular health - making a future with bulging leg veins less likely.
runner up TOMATOES
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HEALTH BONUS - That same serving of romaine contains 45% of the DV of vitamin K which a recent study shows activates a protein that supports vascular health - making a future with bulging leg veins less likely.
runner up TOMATOES
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WHY YOU'LL GLOW - Eating red helps keep skin from turning red. Volunteers who consumed 5 tablespoons of high-in-lycopene tomato paste daily for 3 months had nearly 25% more protection against sunburn in one study. Even better, skin had more collagen, which prevents sagging. Another reason to toss an extra tomato into your salad: German scientists report that higher skin levels of this antioxidant correlate to fewer lines and furrows.
HEALTH BONUS - Research suggests that lycopene may also lower your chances of heart disease: In one study, women with the highest levels of it had a 34% reduced risk.
TOP FRUIT:
STRAWBERRIES
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HEALTH BONUS - Research suggests that lycopene may also lower your chances of heart disease: In one study, women with the highest levels of it had a 34% reduced risk.
TOP FRUIT:
STRAWBERRIES
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WHY YOU'LL GLOW - A cup has uo to 130% of the DV of vitamin C, a potent antioxidant that boosts production of collagen fibers that help skin smooth and firm. More C may mean fewer lines too: Women with lower intakes were likelier to have dry, wrinkled skin. Early research also shows that ellagic acid, an antioxidant abundant in strawberries, protects the elastic fibers that keep skin from sagging. Sweet!
HEALTH BONUS - Strawberries may lower your risk of cancer by inhibiting the development of malignant cancer cells. In one study, people eating the most strawberries were 3 times less likely to develop the disease.
*quick fact, I, Em, love to eat strawberries! ;) it is in fact my favourite fruit.*
runner up APPLES
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WHY YOU'LL GLOW - Quercetin, an antioxidant in the peel of many varieties provides hefty protection from the "burning" UVB rays that trigger skin cancer. A few offering the biggest dose: Monroe, Cortland, and Golden delicious. The next time you plan too spend time in the sun, pick one of them to start your day (of course, you still need to wear sunscreen).
HEALTH BONUS - Eating two or more apples a week for 1 year reduced the risk of dying from heart disease by 15% in one study of 34,000 healthy post-menopausal women. Whatever variety you choose, be sure to eat the peel, the source of nearly all the antioxidants.
I'm gonna stop here for now. I'll post the next six in a couple days. ;) I hope so far we've learned something.
Again, these are NOT my own research, they are from the April 2010 issue of Prevention magazine with Vanessa Williams on the cover.
Until the next 6 foods. ;)
Happy dieting everyone!
See ya around,
Em
HEALTH BONUS - Strawberries may lower your risk of cancer by inhibiting the development of malignant cancer cells. In one study, people eating the most strawberries were 3 times less likely to develop the disease.
*quick fact, I, Em, love to eat strawberries! ;) it is in fact my favourite fruit.*
runner up APPLES
Image credits to google images
WHY YOU'LL GLOW - Quercetin, an antioxidant in the peel of many varieties provides hefty protection from the "burning" UVB rays that trigger skin cancer. A few offering the biggest dose: Monroe, Cortland, and Golden delicious. The next time you plan too spend time in the sun, pick one of them to start your day (of course, you still need to wear sunscreen).
HEALTH BONUS - Eating two or more apples a week for 1 year reduced the risk of dying from heart disease by 15% in one study of 34,000 healthy post-menopausal women. Whatever variety you choose, be sure to eat the peel, the source of nearly all the antioxidants.
I'm gonna stop here for now. I'll post the next six in a couple days. ;) I hope so far we've learned something.
Again, these are NOT my own research, they are from the April 2010 issue of Prevention magazine with Vanessa Williams on the cover.
Until the next 6 foods. ;)
Happy dieting everyone!
See ya around,
Em
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