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Health Benefits of Watermelon Seeds
This article is originally published on Freedom from Diabetes website, available here. Watermelon is must eat in summer time. Its a summertime favorite Watermelon. The edible part is sweet and juicy red with black seeds. We mostly tend to neglect the seeds and eat the flesh. Diabetics world are mostly 'not recommended' to have watermelon fruit due to high Glycemic index but diabetics are recommended to have 'watermelon seeds'! 1 oz or 28.35 g of watermelon seeds contains: 158 kcals include 8 g protein, 13.4 g fat 4.34 g carbohydrates, 15.3 mg calcium, 2.06 mg iron, 146 mg magnesium, 214 mg phosphorus, 184 mg potassium, 2.9 mg zinc, 16.4 mcg folate.
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Benefits of Watermelon Seeds
Low calorie Watermelon seeds if taken in a handful weigh about 4 grams and provide just 23 calories which is much more than a bag of potato chips!
Magnesium Watermelon contain a good amount of magnesium in them with 4 g containing 21 mg of magnesium. Which is important for body's several metabolic functions and also for maintaining nerve and muscle function.
Iron Watermelon seeds have 0.29 mg of iron which forms 1.6 percent of the daily value.
Good fats Rich in good fats. Good fats are useful in lowering levels of bad fats and protecting against heart attack and stroke.
Zinc Contain a good amount of zinc which provides 26% of the daily value in just one ounce. Zinc also helpful in Digestive and nervous systems, regrowth of cells and their division, Improves taste and smell.
How to consume watermelon seeds?
Watermelon seeds taste best when roasted. You can mix them with other seeds or have them separately as snacks. You want to eat snacks, think about watermelon seeds.
Adding watermelon seeds to your diet is an easy and healthy way to improve your health while enjoying a tasty snack.
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vitalitybasecamp · 1 year ago
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The Top Most Health Food Trends in 2023: Nutrient-Packed Delights for a Healthier You
Unveiling the Top Health Food Trends of 2023: Nutrient-Packed Delights for a Healthier You
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theambitiouswoman · 1 year ago
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Gut Friendly Grocery List 🥦🥑🧀
🧀 Probiotic and Fermented Foods:
Yogurt (look for live and active cultures)
Kefir
Sauerkraut
Kimchi
Pickles (fermented)
Tempeh
Miso
Fermented cheeses (e.g., cheddar, gouda, Swiss)
Kombucha
🫘 Fiber-Rich Foods:
Whole grain bread, cereal or pasta
Oats
Brown rice
Quinoa
Lentils
Chickpeas
Black beans
🍳 Protein:
Lean meats (chicken, turkey, lean cuts of beef or pork)
Fish (salmon, mackerel, sardines)
Eggs (rich in amino acids)
Tofu and tempeh (fermented soy products)
Cottage cheese
🍎 Fruits:
Berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
Bananas
Apples
Oranges
Lemons
Watermelon
🥦 Vegetables:
Spinach
Broccoli
Cauliflower
Brussels sprouts
Asparagus
Onions
Garlic
Artichokes
Sweet Potato
Jicama
Chicory root
Dandelion greens
🥜 Nuts and Seeds:
Almonds
Walnuts
Flaxseeds
Chia seeds
Pumkin seeds
🥑 Healthy Fats:
Avocado
Olive oil
Grass fed butter
🍠 Herbs and Spices:
Turmeric
Ginger
Garlic
🧉 Beverages:
Green tea
Herbal teas
Aloe vera juice
Coconut water
🍫 Other:
Dark chocolate (in moderation)
Apple cider vinegar
Bone Broth
Raw honey
sea salt
Collagen
Seaweed
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scealaiscoite · 1 month ago
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‧₊˚ ⋅ 𓐐 food prompts 𓎩 ‧₊˚ ⋅
¹⁾ tart, fresh cherries
²⁾ milky tea
³⁾ a can of redbull
⁴⁾ cold pepperoni pizza
⁵⁾ orange segments
⁶⁾ chamomile tea
⁷⁾ burnt toast
⁸⁾ steaming masala chai
⁹⁾ bitter dark chocolate
¹⁰⁾ water-heavy pears
¹¹⁾ salty cinema popcorn
¹²⁾ smooth whiskey
¹³⁾ fluffy cinnamon rolls
¹⁴⁾ rich cuban coffee
¹⁵⁾ streetside pani puri
¹⁶⁾ fresh-baked cookies
¹⁷⁾ pomegranate seeds
¹⁸⁾ sour jellies
¹⁹⁾ homemade soup dumplings
²⁰⁾ hotel room service french fries
²¹⁾ sugared donuts
²²⁾ mexican coca-cola
²³⁾ strawberry milkshake
²⁴⁾ fudgey brownies
²⁵⁾ spearmint gum
²⁶⁾ happy hour cocktails
²⁷⁾ fairground candyfloss
²⁸⁾ salmon sashimi
²⁹⁾ airplane peanuts
³⁰⁾ takeout fried rice
³¹⁾ pistachio gelato
³²⁾ a packed lunch
³³⁾ bruised bananas
³⁴⁾ cheap instant ramen
³⁶⁾ agua de jamaica
³⁷⁾ petrol station chocolate bars
³⁸⁾ soft mangos
³⁹⁾ chicken noodle soup
⁴⁰⁾ convenience store onigiri
⁴¹⁾ lemonade from a neighbourhood kids’ stand
⁴²⁾ chilaquiles
⁴³⁾ a steaming bowl of breakfast congee
⁴⁴⁾ too-sweet instant coffee
⁴⁵⁾ a sunday roast with all the trimmings
⁴⁶⁾ high-end restaurant steak frites
⁴⁷⁾ mango sticky rice
⁴⁸⁾ salsa verde and tortilla chips
⁴⁹⁾ stale bottled water
⁵⁰⁾ rotten strawberries
⁵¹⁾ old-fashioned caramels
⁵²⁾ honey and lemon lozenges
⁵³⁾ garlic bread
⁵⁴⁾ mango loco monster
⁵⁵⁾ clumsily-made spaghetti
⁵⁶⁾ rotisserie chicken
⁵⁷⁾ madras curry
⁵⁸⁾ abuela’s caldo de res
⁵⁹⁾ dirty martini
⁶⁰⁾ tinned sardines
⁶¹⁾ arayes
⁶²⁾ the last slice of birthday cake
⁶³⁾ ripe nectarines
⁶⁴⁾ caviar bump
⁶⁵⁾ iced latte
⁶⁶⁾ sugar cookies
⁶⁷⁾ mulled wine
⁶⁸⁾ baklava
⁶⁹⁾ chocolate poptarts
⁷⁰⁾ warm champangne
⁷¹⁾ sticky toffee pudding
⁷²⁾ blueberry pancakes
⁷³⁾ birria tacos
⁷⁴⁾ hospital pudding cups
⁷⁵⁾ lobster rolls
⁷⁶⁾ fresh honeycomb
⁷⁷⁾ campfire coffee
⁷⁸⁾ sweet tea
⁷⁹⁾ hot honey
⁸⁰⁾ vanilla protein powder
⁸¹⁾ bulgogi beef
⁸²⁾ warm focaccia
⁸³⁾ chilli con carne
⁸⁴⁾ peach cobbler
⁸⁵⁾ cold watermelon slices
⁸⁶⁾ sweet stewed apple
⁸⁷⁾ coloured marshmallows
⁸⁸⁾ vendor stand hotdogs
⁸⁹⁾ dragonfruit redbull
⁹⁰⁾ blood oranges
⁹¹⁾ vanilla coke
⁹²⁾ blue raspberry slushie
⁹³⁾ nicotine gum
⁹⁴⁾ raspberry jam
⁹⁵⁾ pear cider
⁹⁶⁾ pineapple rings
⁹⁷⁾ chicken wings
⁹⁸⁾ salted butter
⁹⁹⁾ coconut meat
¹⁰⁰⁾ wild blackberries
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prettieinpink · 1 year ago
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Question about Cycle Syncing. Do you know where i can find, like a masterlist of food that fits into the steps of the cycle? I always see the same food but how abt the rest? Would be nice to know for example for meal building.
MASTERLIST: NUTRITION CYCLE SYNCING
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This post is a masterlist of everything that is recommended you eat while cycle syncing. if you don’t know what that is, read this beginner guide.
This post is a researched post, because I actually couldn’t find a proper masterlist. So, I researched what kinds of nutrients you need during your 4 phases, but I am NO DOCTOR. Just a little disclaimer!
MENSTRUAL/FOLLICULAR PHASE - high iron, vitamin C foods
VEGETABLES
Spinach
Silver beet
Broccoli
String beans
Peas
Sweet potatoes
Beet greens
Dandelion greens
Collards
Chard
Chilli peppers
Sweet yellow peppers
Parsley
Brussel sprouts
FRUITS
Oranges
Guavas
Black currants
Cantaloupe
Kiwis
Lemons
Lychees
Papayas
Strawberries
Oranges
Watermelon
Figs
Prunes
PROTEINS
Beef
Lamb
Liverwurst
Pork
Veal
Dried beef
Eggs
Shrimp
Clams
Tuna
Sardines
CARBS/OTHER
Whole wheat bread
Enriched pasta
Rye bread
Enriched rice
Tofu
Beans
Lentils
OVULATORY PHASE – complex carbs, lean proteins, anti-inflammatory, vitamin B6, folate/choline
VEGETABLES
Carrots
Spinach
Sweet potato
Red potato
Green peas
Chickpeas
Butternut squash
Asparagus
Turnip greens
Romaine lettuce
Beets
Sweet corn
Mushrooms
Pumpkin
Parsnip
Cauliflower
FRUITS
Bananas
Avocado
Mango
Blueberries
Apple
Peaches
Tangerine
Pink grapefruit
lemons
PROTEINS
Egg whites
Strained yoghurt
Skinless white meat poultry
Plain greek yoghurt
Low fat cottage cheese
Tofu
Lean beef
Powdered peanut butter
Beef liver
Pork loin
Bison
Organ meat
CARBS/OTHER
Lentils
Kidney beans
Green peas
Walnuts
Flaxseeds
Cashews
Almonds
Pistachios
LUTEAL PHASE – High fibre, vitamin B12, magnesium
VEGETABLES
Spinach
Swiss chard
Collard greens
Green peas
Sweet corn
Cabbage
Arugula
Bok choy
Celery
Lettuce
FRUITS
Pears
Strawberries
Avocado
Apples
Raspberries
Blackberries
Blueberries
Bananas
PROTEINS
Animal liver
Animal kidney
Clams
Swiss cheese
Turkey
Crabs
Ham
CARBS/OTHER
Oats
Popcorn
Almonds
Fresh coconut
Sunflower seeds
Dark chocolate
Wheat
barley
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splitster · 1 year ago
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answering ASKSSSSS
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featuring: headcanons, mspaint yonny, and more
check it out! ↓↓
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UHH the timeline is already hard enough to follow for 4 it's a little messy... I imagine for the pom wraith AU, it's mostly the events of pikmin 4 with some extra bits tacked onto it (like Olimar encountering the plasm at some point on his lonesome).
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WAHHH THANK YOU... heres some secret mod lore, yonny is the HARDEST motherfucker to draw for me. he was ever since i started drawing the rescue corps and he still is!!!!!!!!!!!! his stupid face is so HARD GRRUUAUUGGHH
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THANK YOU!!! i have a few bernard drawings/doodles in the pipeline to post eventually
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(ive done a few ask masterposts at this point so forgive me if i already answered this one) AHHHHH i mean pom DOES really like Olimar. he challenges her skills out on the field when she's trying to track him down as a leafling which she finds engaging, and she finds him quite charming from the logs she reads. after he's cured, he's nothing but kind and supportive.
i don't think she'd try to take off with him like the plasm, but she'd feel protective over him if something were to threaten him
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WAUUGGHH THANK YOU!!!! putting my favorite fictional characters into an enclosure and watching them
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THANK YOU!!! you get it, he's so wet and pathetic
YEAH i have more bernard incoming!!! he's so genuinely supportive and it kinda freaks pom out because she can't tell if he has ulterior motivations or not (he doesn't. he's just a really cool dude. they'll become besties💖)
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i'll perform the summoning ritual for you anon
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there he is. what a jolly fellow
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THIS IS A REALLY GOOD QUESTION... i had to consult with my friends for a lengthy food discussion (big hearts to @cosmicocoffee who helped me with like literally all of them)
for Pom, she's a wraith, so she just likes interesting and strong tastes. she's very partial to sweet things, and she LOVES chocolate (because that's one of the first sweets she ever tasted). although, she also like really spicy things because it's a neat feeling. as for least favorite, uh... i mean, the girl will literally eat soap for fun. it's very rare for her to have a food item she despises. they DO exist though, she fucking hates raisins
Dingo likes MANLY food, like MEAT and RIBS. well, he mostly likes being seen eating it. he does have a fondness for sweet things and smoothies. the town he grew up in could get pretty cold, so he grew up eating quite a lot of hot meals like caldo de res (he's especially fond of soups made the way his mama used to make them). he also picks up a fondness for hot tea from growing up with yonny, but he always puts extra honey in his cups. dingo HATES some foods though, especially sushi. the last time he tried to impress people by eating sushi, Dingo was hunched over outside the restaurant with Yonny rubbing his back...
shepherd! likes coffee. @soupvnova said she'd go to starbucks (spacebucks?) often to get the pup cup for oatchi which is very good. she has the healthiest diet out of all of them with routine exercise, protein shakes, lots of fruits and shit. she does have a weakness and a bit of a sweet tooth though, especially for cake. it hardly puts a dent in her diet though given her metabolism, she's a very built captain. she's not a fan of steamed vegetables... too squishy for her.
while talking about shepherd it is imperative to share that Oatchi will eat ANYTHING. if something hits the ground it is in his mouth immediately, shepherd has had to wrestle him to get space dog-unsafe food outta there before. although she will also constantly sneak him stuff from the dinner table
collin's fun because he enjoys eating healthy, he's a fan of fresh spring salads and stuff like pineapples and watermelon, but he also has to live off of a lot of processed/vending machine food because the man pulls all nighters frequently. he's also prone to stress eating... you can find him demolishing a watermelon and he's just. covered with seeds. he likes crunchy foods and seeds-- he's very hamstercore. he comes to Despise instant noodles because of how often he has to rely on them for food in the dead of night
fucking uhhh yonny, he likes foods that pair well with reading, he has pretty "mature" tastes and enjoys tea, maybe a glass of wine if he's feeling it. he often gets tunnel vision with his work and will neglect to eat, and as their doctor he'll have to set reminders on his phone to go have a meal so he doesn't fall ill. i can imagine he's not too into sugary things...
we already know bernard has some very expensive tastes, but he might just struggle with some textures or tastes in food. like, he enjoys pizza, this man is just a very picky eater... i can see him having tastes all over the board though. also he's protective over his stuff, he cared more about dingo eating his pizza than abandoning him
russ. uh... russ. yeah
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olimar and louie are not part of the rescue corps, but i could see olimar joining (and louie following) sometime after the events of 4! he'd get a much better benefits package... he'd be good at providing logistical support for rangers out on the field, although his achy back would probably keep him off the field himself
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AHH THANK YOU!! i have written some things but i don't have anything published -- to be honest, i'm not much of a fic writer. most of my writing is mostly just me talking through ideas/stories/cool character moments with friends, which is not a very shareable format unfortunately💔
i will say, talking about ideas with buddies gives me a shit load of ideas/motivation for drawing, and a lot of the stuff i've posted probably had that as an origin
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THANK YOU!! and yeah of course that's fine! every artist is a collection of inspirations, and i'm no exception. my style comes from studying what i like in art and media (made by other people). i'm honored you find me as an inspiration💖
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AUGH AUGH THANK YOU!!! i appreciate the anatomically correct hearts 💖💖
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YEAHH i have designs that i've been meaning to flesh out but i'm lazy... i've been sitting on a dingo and yonny wraith design for like a month now, i should just bite the bullet and post them as-is if i ever want to share them... oh well! it's all for fun, i'm not gonna stress about it looking good
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thank you for reading this far!! and thank you all for the asks, i will continue to slowly get through them...
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adviceformefromme · 7 months ago
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Hi! Thank you for the health advice! I would love to quit or significantly reduce carbs, I also feel like it's heavy on my body, but so many meals revolve around grains (sourdough bread mostly) and I guess there's a craving aspect to it too... Could you give advice on what you're eating instead?? I have lots of eggs, fish, occasional meat, plenty of fruit, just enough veg haha but i find it hard to imagine going without carbs (or grains more specifically cos I have no prob with vege carbs). Especially in winter 😋 Thank you for any help 🙏🙏
I feel like society has normalised feeling heavy and lethargic after meals, but its amazing you have noticed this and want to change!
You may want to cut carbs gradually (no starches - breads, grains, rice, pasta, potatoes).
I would recommend looking into GI index to see what foods are high glucose, following Hormone Balancing recipes, juices etc (usually very low carb and support women's health). Listening to podcasts on microbiome, or even a tiktok search.
Introducing pre/ probiotics: I make sauerkraut (which is basically cabbage / onions in water and salt left to ferment for a few days - lots of variations on this), also just made my first batch of Kefir (I stay away from store bought Kefir as its pasturised and all the good stuff has been killed off during this process). I mention these as a healthy gut is going to support you as you remove carbs and introduce more wholesome foods.
Breakfasts:
Omlette (spinach / onion / parsley )
Scrambled eggs w/ coconut oil
Buckwheat porridge w/ blueberries (buckwheat is a seed not a grain so low glucose index)
Avocado salad (seeds, olives, rocket, tomatoes, cucumber) +tahini
Snacks:
Nuts, olives, blueberries, blackberries, watermelon
Main meals:
Veg + Protein (Broccli, kale, butternut squash, courgette, carrots, asparagus, cabagge, peppers). I do different variations of veg to mix things up, sometimes i do Chinese style stir fry, I try to add garlic and ginger as much as possible into the veg. Protein is usually grass fed steak, whole fish - seabream, sea bass, mackerel, cod fillet, wild salmon fillet, or turkey breast fillet. I make chimichurri sauce to add some extra flavour to the fish.
Protein + lentil / chicpeas dish. I have a stew a few days a week to break up the veggies because they do get boring after a while.
Bone broth. I boil the bones, and have as a little side dish with veggies but this isn't really filling enough for a main meal.
I make beetroot juice, and also watermelon juice, tumeric + ginger shots throughout the week. I try to throw in flaxseed and chia seeds where possible.
I cut coffee/ decaf all that and now only drinking fresh mint tea, slice of lemon + hot water, fresh juices (within the hour of making), and water ensuring 2l per day.
Number one thing that had to go was oats. So if you are having a morning crash I suggest cutting the carbs first thing. I know there are suggestions (glucose goddess) that fat with carbs or when you eat them (having carbs after veg can help) but personally i think its best to cut them.
I hope this helps! Its a full lifestyle change that has honestly helped so much! It's a commitments, but investing in feeling good and your health will make you feel so good and wholesome! xoxoxo
*I used the free 1 month trial of MyFitnessPal app to track my calories/ meals to ensure I was getting enough food - for some this might be extreme but super helpful to see what’s going on.
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mysticalkryptonitecreator · 28 days ago
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Top 100 low calorie foods!
1-20: Extremely Low-Calorie Foods (0-15 calories per 100g)
1. Water (0 calories)
2. Ice (0 calories)
3. Plain tea/black coffee (0-5 calories)
4. Cucumber (10-15 calories)
5. Lettuce (10-15 calories)
6. Celery (14 calories)
7. Zucchini (17 calories)
8. Radishes (15-20 calories)
9. Napa cabbage (12-15 calories)
10. Spinach (15 calories)
11. Mushrooms (15-20 calories)
12. Bok choy (13 calories)
13. Swiss chard (14 calories)
14. Watercress (11 calories)
15. Pickles (non-sweetened) (10-15 calories)
16. Kale (15-20 calories)
17. Broth (10-15 calories per cup)
18. Broccoli (30 calories per large stalk, ~15 calories for small florets)
19. Arugula (13 calories)
20. Algae/seaweed (10-15 calories)
21-40: Very Low-Calorie Vegetables and Fruits (15-35 calories per 100g)
21. Cauliflower (25 calories)
22. Green beans (31 calories)
23. Asparagus (20 calories)
24. Bell peppers (red/yellow/green, ~20 calories)
25. Tomatoes (18 calories)
26. Cabbage (25 calories)
27. Fennel (30 calories)
28. Baby carrots (35 calories)
29. Sugar snap peas (35 calories)
30. Turnip greens (20 calories)
31. Summer squash (20 calories)
32. Okra (33 calories)
33. Eggplant (24 calories)
34. Rutabaga (35 calories)
35. Pumpkin (26 calories)
36. Strawberries (32 calories)
37. Clementines (35 calories)
38. Watermelon (30 calories)
39. Cantaloupe (34 calories)
40. Raspberries (30-35 calories)
41-60: Fruits and Miscellaneous Foods (35-60 calories per 100g)
41. Papaya (39 calories)
42. Grapefruit (40 calories)
43. Honeydew (36 calories)
44. Dragon fruit (50 calories)
45. Blackberries (43 calories)
46. Pears (57 calories for small ones)
47. Guava (60 calories)
48. Apple (50-60 calories depending on size)
49. Peaches (39 calories)
50. Plums (46 calories)
51. Pineapple (50 calories)
52. Mango (60 calories)
53. Kiwi (42 calories)
54. Cherries (50 calories)
55. Blueberries (57 calories)
56. Mulberries (43 calories)
57. Orange (47 calories)
58. Persimmon (60 calories)
59. Beetroot (43 calories)
60. Spaghetti squash (31 calories)
61-80: Slightly Higher but Still Low-Calorie Foods (60-90 calories per 100g)
61. Butternut squash (63 calories)
62. Carrots (41 calories)
63. Sweet corn (86 calories)
64. Potatoes (77 calories boiled)
65. Artichokes (47 calories)
66. Tofu (70-80 calories)
67. Lentil soup (80 calories per cup)
68. Non-fat yogurt (60-70 calories)
69. Cottage cheese (low-fat, 81 calories)
70. Quinoa (cooked, 120 calories per 100g; smaller portions are ~60 calories)
71. Edamame (121 calories per 100g; smaller portions are ~60 calories)
72. Roasted squash seeds (~60 calories per small handful)
73. Air-popped popcorn (31 calories per cup)
74. Oats (unflavored, cooked; ~71 calories per 100g)
75. Green lentils (90 calories cooked, ~60 per 1/4 cup)
76. Chickpeas (90 calories cooked, ~60 per 1/4 cup)
77. Peas (62 calories)
78. Dates (60 calories for a smaller one)
79. Small banana (85 calories for 100g, 60 for a smaller serving)
80. Milk (skim, ~35 calories per 100ml)
81-100: Low-Calorie Grains, Protein, and Miscellaneous Foods (90-120 calories per 100g)
81. Brown rice (111 calories cooked, ~50 calories for smaller portions)
82. Lentils (90 calories cooked, ~70 for 1/2 cup)
83. White rice (130 calories cooked; ~70 per smaller serving)
84. Hummus (70 calories for 2 tablespoons)
85. Whole wheat bread (120 calories per slice; smaller portions lower this)
86. Small boiled egg (60-80 calories)
87. Almond milk (40 calories per cup)
88. Soy milk (90 calories per cup)
89. Low-fat cheese (40-60 calories per slice, depending on type)
90. Unsweetened cocoa powder (15-20 calories per tablespoon)
91. Almonds (160 calories for 28g; smaller handfuls ~80)
92. Walnuts (180 calories per 28g, ~90 for smaller servings)
93. Peanut butter (190 calories per 2 tbsp; ~95 for 1 tbsp)
94. Non-fat Greek yogurt (120 calories per cup, ~60 for smaller portions)
95. Cottage cheese (low-fat, 110 calories per 100g)
96. Grilled chicken breast (165 calories cooked, ~80 for a smaller serving)
97. Turkey breast (135 calories cooked, ~70 for smaller portions)
98. Tuna (canned, ~90 calories per 100g)
99. Shrimp (99 calories per 100g)
100. Salmon (120 calories per 100g cooked, ~60 for smaller portions)
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askganon · 1 year ago
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Ganondorf! How are your biceps so massive? Did you eat a couple of watermelon seeds as a child and they grew in your arms?? Or did you fall into a pot of protein powder?
Dedication, willpower, and rage.
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briar--rising · 6 months ago
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So. I'm getting a colonoscopy next Wednesday, and for the whole week leading up to it I have to eat a low residue diet, which basically eliminates every single food I regularly eat. No legumes, no whole grains, no nuts, no seeds, no corn, no raw vegetables, no fibrous cooked vegetables (i.e. broccoli, asparagus, etc), no cooked vegetables with skins or seeds (i.e. tomatoes, zucchini, etc), no fruits with skins or seeds (i.e. berries, unpeeled apples and stone fruits, watermelon, etc), no olives, no coconut, no onions, and on and on and on.
I'm a vegetarian, lactose intolerant, and incredibly picky. Almost my entire diet is on that list. Not being able to eat legumes, nuts, or whole grains for a week takes away my three main protein sources. The only ones left are tofu and dairy. And I don't like milk or 95% of cheeses. And not having access to most vegetables? No salads, no roasted or sauteed broccoli or asparagus or squash or cauliflower, no raw carrots, no tomatoes, no onions, it's a nightmare. When I can't figure out what to eat I default to vegetable soup or lentil soup and now I'm not allowed either one. I spent my whole therapy session coming up with a list of foods I can eat, and I do have some, but it's going to get very repetitive very fast. I'm going to eat so many fewer vegetables than normal and it sucks. Lots of pizza and tofu. Which are both great in moderation! But not as a week's worth of food. It's just always so stressful to have to adjust my diet and this is a really impactful change. It really does take away 80% or more of what I eat on a day to day basis.
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punkbakerchristine · 15 days ago
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it’s the end of the year. time to share my favorites.
favorite food: for the longest time, I was one of those people who was like “I just like food” (and I do, even with my 100+ -pound weight loss, I like to eat), but I’ve decided it’s a Reuben sandwich. With pastrami, sauerkraut, thousand island dressing, on rye bread which is lightly toasted. I do like it with corned beef and sourdough bread, but I always go back to the classic pastrami and rye combination.
favorite cuisine: the Mediterranean, mainly because I’ve been familiar with Italian food my whole life but I have loved French and Basque food since I was about 16, and I love the flavor profiles all around.
favorite spice: cardamom. Peppery but subtle, like allspice but slightly to the left. Pairs really well with cinnamon and ginger, hence why I like putting it in my spice cake as well as my lentil soup—it makes cinnamon more “cinnamon-y” and ginger more “gingery.”
favorite seasoning: shawarma. I have always loved cumin, coriander, and turmeric, and it makes the house smell good.
favorite flavors: white chocolate, coffee, blackberry, and red wine. Very complex and I’d go so far to say sensual flavors.
favorite flavor combo: chocolate and coffee. The profile of my chocolate babka. I like chocolate and cherry, apple-cinnamon, and white chocolate and raspberry, too.
favorite protein: probably either beef or pork. Love cooking both, and the ground versions go with anything.
favorite soup: there’s three. My Israeli lentil soup (green lentils, basmati or jasmine rice, Israeli couscous, carrots, white onions, green onions, za’atar seasoning, cinnamon, cardamom, garlic, lemon zest, and pieces of chicken—I did make it with ham hocks the first time and I found them hard to eat and hella salty. Made it again with chicken and it was excellent). Chicken or beef pho (last time I had pho, it was wonderful). And coconut curry Thai soup (coconut milk, chicken stock, cream cheese, ramen noodles, green onions, bok choy, peanuts, carrots, curry, those little Thai chilies with the seeds removed and then sautéed so they’re sweet, and ground turkey).
favorite grain: Israeli couscous. I love those little pearls and how well they pair with veggies and different stocks.
favorite vegetables: forever carrots, ever since I was little. I like zucchini and mushrooms, too.
favorite vegetable to cook: chili peppers, mainly because I love how they smell. I love the smell of onions cooking, too.
favorite comfort food: my mac and cheese, mainly because I like to make it with chili peppers and sausage (I once made it with andouille and it was amazing).
favorite food that’s helped me lose weight: there have been several but I’m gonna say scrambled eggs, watermelon, and basic homemade white bread.
favorite bread: babka, of course~
favorite bread that isn’t babka: ciabatta, English muffins, and flatbreads.
favorite baked good: either bread or cookies.
favorite cookie: gingerbread or double chocolate
favorite cake: spice cake, red velvet cake, carrot cake, that chocolate and Irish cream cake I made for St. Paddy’s Day this year, New York cheesecake, German chocolate cake (and from someone who has never been a fan of coconut until recently, either!), Boston cream pie, devil’s food cake, tres leches cake, krantz cake (really similar to babka but it’s closer to a cake; I consider babka an enriched bread), tiramisu
favorite pie: blackberry, apple, and key lime
favorite traybake: forever blondies, specifically the ones with white chocolate.
favorite hellofresh kit: oh, so many! Figgy balsamic chicken, any of their rice bowls, banh mí meatballs, those poutine burgers from a while back, chili mac and cheese (which inspired by own chili mac and cheese), coconut Thai curry, roasted pork with Israeli couscous and sweet potatoes (I think that was my first favorite, iirc)
Now time for least favorites~
least favorite food: lima beans. They never feel right, even when mixed with something else. They’re like eating mushy old newspaper.
least favorite flavor: pumpkin. Never been a fan to begin with—I’ll have it, like how I made that pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving a couple of weeks ago, but i’m not a fan—but it’s literally everywhere. It’s in things it’s got no business being in, either, like milk, cereal, and fucking cheese (for real) of all things.
least favorite ingredient: PISTACHIOS. simply because they’ve been done to death at this point and they’ve always struck me as more of a savory ingredient, too, like I see them in a lot of Middle Eastern dishes. There, they’re fantastic. But in cake or cookies? No, stop it.
least favorite protein: fish… to cook, anyway. I actually really love fish and seafood: I love scallops, fish and chips, fish tacos, tuna casserole, sushi, and clam chowder, and after this year, I’ve been converted to shrimp; my favorite fish is probably either salmon or swordfish. But—because I’m a very sensual person—I cannot get past the smell (it’s why I usually like to bake it, because then you can cook it with vegetables like asparagus, lemon wheels, and good spices wrapped in tin foil). The one fish that doesn’t smell is mahi mahi and it’s been… a… a while since I’ve had that.
least favorite pie: rhubarb, mainly because it kind of scares me (uncooked rhubarb is toxic). Banana cream, too—I love bananas, and I’m curious about “banoffee” (banana toffee, I see it in British recipes a lot), but like peppermint, banana flavored anything never tastes right, either. I just think of banana-flavored Twinkies 🥴
least favorite hellofresh kit: there was this one dish, I forget what it was now, but it had cherry tomatoes, cucumber, pistachios, a couple of other things, and “grilling cheese.” First off, I fucked up the cheese—or maybe they did, I dunno. It was one of those cheeses that could stand up to high heat (like halloumi is like that, you can actually grill it!)… and then it melted. Second, it just wasn’t that good, and I remember being disappointed because I was actually looking forward to it, too. You know, “alright, something new!”
we also had a ravioli dish just last week, and it was ravioli (and there’s never enough ravioli in the package, either) and pan-cooked zucchini topped with parm and Italian seasoning. Salty as hell and it was missing some kind of sauce, like it was dry even by my standards. Zucchini was really good, though, like I was proud of that zucchini. But I’ve always loved ravioli, so it was a major letdown.
biggest vice in the kitchen: when I’m interrupted for any reason—seriously any reason, because, just like with my writing or drawing or working out, I get in the sense of “flow”. I get in the zone. Jarring me out of that leaves me miffed, every single time.
I like having my kitchen clean, too. I learned how to clean as I go from my dad when it was just me and him living together; I get why my mom always gets annoyed when the kitchen is a mess after someone else uses it.
I hate undercooking things, too. I’ve undercooked a quiche, chicken, and burgers so far. Former two have made me cry, the latter I only just started to master. I understand the risk that comes with undercooking things, too—I would much rather overcook something.
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theambitiouswoman · 1 month ago
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🌿 My Daily Drink Stack + Ingredients & Benefits 🌿
Warm Water with Lemon 🍋
Ingredients: Warm water + juice of half a lemon
Benefits: Kickstarts digestion and hydrates after sleep.
Apple Cider Vinegar Shot 🥃
Ingredients: 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar + 1 splash of apple juice + a pinch of cayenne (optional) + a pinch of cinnamon
Benefits: Balances blood sugar and supports gut health.
Green Juice 🥬
Ingredients: Cucumber, celery, spinach, parsley, green apple, lemon, and ginger
Benefits: Packed with chlorophyll and antioxidants to energize and detoxify.
Carrot Juice 🥕
Ingredients: Fresh carrots, a small piece of ginger, and a splash of orange juice
Benefits: High in beta-carotene for glowing skin and eye health.
Coconut Water 🥥
Ingredients: 100% pure coconut water (no added sugar)
Benefits: Nature’s electrolyte replenisher for hydration.
Black Coffee ☕
Ingredients: Freshly brewed coffee (no sugar or cream)
Benefits: A clean energy boost with antioxidants.
Raw Milk with Raw Eggs 🥛🍳
Ingredients: 1 cup raw milk + 1-2 raw pasture-raised eggs + a touch of honey
Benefits: Protein and healthy fats for sustained energy.
Watermelon Juice 🍉
Ingredients: Fresh watermelon chunks blended + a squeeze of lime
Benefits: Hydrating and rich in lycopene for skin and heart health.
Electrolyte Drink 💧
Ingredients: Water + a pinch of sea salt + a squeeze of lemon + a drizzle of honey
Benefits: Replenishes minerals and prevents fatigue.
Water with Baking Soda 🥄
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp baking soda + 1 glass of water
Benefits: Alkalizes the body and soothes digestion.
Water with Chia Seeds 🌱
Ingredients: 1 tbsp chia seeds + 1 glass of water (soak for 10 minutes)
Benefits: Adds fiber, omega-3s, and hydration.
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blkgrlchasingfit · 15 days ago
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Week 1 Recap
Starting weight: 263.1 lbs
Dose: 1/2 (5ml) of 0.25mg (10ml) dose taken in Friday December 7, 2024 at 9:30pm
Experience: Tingling and feeling slight back pain within an hour of taking that 1st dose. The pain migrated to being a all out cramp in my right butt cheek that lasted all night 😂
Day 1 (Saturday): I ate crappy (Chik Fil A & Honeygrow) which was a mistake to eat all of that salty, fatty, greasy foods.
Day 2 (Sunday): I woke up with a massive headache 😫 which started overnight. Hydration is so much more important than I realized. Drinking lots of water helped to take this a bit. I started my morning off by sipping a Seeq protein shake & a Chia Seed Al Fresca I made the night before. I plan on making this a morning ritual but want to add cucumbers🥒, watermelon🍉 and lemon 🍋 for greater hydration and detoxing effects.
AVOID taking Apple Cider Vinegar at all costs! I threw up (all liquid/water) about 1 hour after taking 1 Tbsp. of ACV in 16oz. of water.
Days 3-7 (Monday-Friday): I was traveling for work this week. Zero exercise and fairly indulgent choices for dinner (including lots of alcohol 🍸 and dessert).
In the spirit of balance, I tried to keep breakfast and lunch as low-carb as possible.
Breakfast was usually black coffee, watermelon, and a protein bar/protein pastry; and
Lunch was usually grilled chicken and sautéed vegetables
Now that I'm back home I can recalibrate and plan for the next week. Even though I didn't eat great, I still lost a pound this week!😄
Here's to better choices going forward.
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activefitglow · 2 months ago
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10 Ways to Boost Your Immune System Naturally.
The "immune system" includes all cells, tissues, and organs that act together against pathogen infections. With no lifestyle change guaranteeing immunity, such routines will ramp up the sun's magnificence upon seated viewers. Here are ten tips using natural remedies to elevate your immune system to a better climactic state than it normally would be.
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1. A Healthy Diet:
Eating a diseased food is carotenoid nonsense; what you eat is primarily a matter of health. The quality of any nuts is really going to be enough highly nutritious, for example:
Vitamin C: By helping in white blood cell production that fights infections, orange, lemon, strawberries, and other citrus fruits have been shown to boost immune responses.
Zink: Found on nuts, seeds, shellfish and legumes, zinc appears to help multiply immune cells. I, being an antioxidant, just protect cells from damage coming from free radicals.
Antioxidants: Several studies stated that foods such as blueberries, spinach, and green tea decrease inflammation and offer protection to immune cells from damage.
Healthy Fats: Fish like salmon, mackerel, herring, etc. provide omega-3 fats to reduce inflammation and plan a plan of action for the immune response.
Unique Tricks: Green vegetables, berries, nuts, and seeds cut across the work with great variability of provided nutrients.
2. Keep Hydrated:
Hydration is key to optimal functioning of the immune system. Water provides a medium for producing lymph, which distributes white blood cells and other immune cells throughout the body. It also cushions and buffers the body against various pathogens and flushes toxins out of your body while keeping skin healthy, which happens to be a physical barrier against infection.
Ways to Remain Hydrated: 
Consume 8 glasses of water per day. 
Eat lots of hydrating foods, such as watermelons, cucumbers, and oranges. 
Cut down on sugary beverages and alcoholic drinks, as they would just lead to dehydration.
Unique Tricks: Carry your water bottle with you all day long to remind you to keep drinking water. 
3. Get Enough Sleep:
Your body does much repair work while you sleep. It generates proteins called cytokines, which design medicine for the target of infection and inflammation. Sleep deprivation diminishes the synthesis of these proteins and weakens your immune defence.
Sleep tips:
7-9 hours of sleep must be achieved per night. 
Be consistent with your sleeping hours even on weekends. 
End your day with a peaceful bedtime routine (reading, meditation, or a warm bath) to enhance sleep quality.
Unique Tricks: Avoid using electronic devices right before going to bed. The blue light emanating from the phones and computers disrupts our production of melatonin and makes it more difficult to fall asleep. 
4. Exercise Regularly:
Moderate and consistent exercise reduces inflammation and enables healthy circulation, thereby enhancing immune response through faster distribution of immune cells in different parts of your body. Studies have shown that compared with less active people, people who exercise have better immune responses.
Best exercises known to improve immunity abilities:
Moderate aerobic exercises include a brisk walk, sailing, swimming, or jogging. 
Join a strength training program to promote muscle development and overall body function. 
Join yoga and stretching exercises to relieve yourself from stress and widen your flexibility spectrum.
Unique Tricks: Strive for at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise every week. A brisk walk of 20-minute every day can go a long way toward improving the health of your immune system.
5. Stress Control:
Stress results in the production of the hormone called cortisol. This is a secretory hormone that suppresses the T-cell response, hence lowering an immunological response. Control of stress, therefore, achieves much towards ensuring optimal functioning of the immune system.
Maintain Stress Control:
Meditation and deep breathing: There is some mindfulness and breathing exercise there that would make your nervous system even calmer and reduce the production of cortisol.
Journaling: You can write down your thoughts and feelings as a powerful stress-reducer.
Time management: Schedule your day so that you are not overwhelmed by it and allow time for things that make you happy.
Unique Tricks: Begin with 5-10 min meditation or mindfulness breathing and add more minutes.
6. Probiotics for Healthy Guts:
Gut Health is the basis of your comprehensive health and wellbeing. Without this, you can't keep the gut flora in good health.
Probiotic Foods:
Yogurt with live cultures.
Fermented milk drink: Kefir.
Sauerkraut and kimchi.
If you can't stomach any of the food on the list, then a good probiotic supplement is the next best thing for your gut.
Unique Tricks: When buying yoghurt or other fermentated foodstuffs, be sure to check for the "live and active cultures" on the label to be sure that you are getting live probiotics.
7. Use Herbs and Spices:
Herbs and spices are used not only for flavour but can deeply strengthen immunity. Scientific research is providing so much more evidence of natural ingredients in battling inflammation and fighting off infections.
Immune-Boosting Herbs and Spices: 
Ginger: This has an anti-inflammatory and antiviral factor.
Turmeric: Curcumin contains one of the more potent natural anti-inflammatory agents.Garlic: Rich in immune stimulating and antiviral properties.Echinacea: Most people use it preventatively to ward off colds and to reduce the symptoms.Elderberry: It contains antioxidants and may help deal with viral infections.
Unique Tricks:  Add fresh herbs and spices into your soups, teas and foods for added healthy benefits.
8. Get enough sun-light Vitamin D:
Vitamin D is a critical immune system nutrient. It stimulates the action of monocytes and macrophages, the critical white blood cells that form an integral part of the immune response. Unfortunately, most of us have inadequate amounts of Vitamin D, and this deficiency is at its worst during the winter.
Get enough Vitamin D: Spend at least 10-30 minutes outside in the sun several times a week, depending on your skin type and your location.
Rich sources of Vitamin D: Fatty fish (salmon, tuna), egg yolks, and fortified foods (milk, cereal). You may also take a Vitamin D supplement, especially during the winter or if you usually stay indoors most of the time.
Unique Tricks: Ask for a blood test to know your level of Vitamin D. It's a good check-up for you in case you do not get enough of this vitamin.
9. Be Hygiene:
Hygiene will determine the best way that an illness can be avoided. Hygiene in hand washing is likely to represent the most practical form of preventing germs and even infection.
Practicing Hygiene:
Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, especially immediately after visiting public or by touching shared facilities.
Use hand sanitiser containing at least 60% alcohol content if you can't get soap as well as water.
Don't touch your face particularly eyes, nose and mouth.
Unique Tricks: Carry hand sanitiser with you whenever you go or develop the habit of sanitising places you need to rub against repeatedly, like your phone, keyboard, or door handles.
10. Avoid Smoking and Drinking Alcohol: 
Smoking would further devastate the immunity and enhance the damage to the lungs. Alcohol misuse would also lose or reduce the immune system, as not all the cells of the immune system work correctly. Precautions to be Taken to Reduce the Risk:
Quit smoking, or seek medical advice for help quitting smoking.
Alcohol should only be consumed at a limit stated above: One drink per day for women and two for men.
Unique Tricks: While an alcohol detox substitute drinks with hydrating alternatives such as herbal teas or infused water.
Conclusion: All-natural approaches towards boosting immunity do not include extreme measures. That includes nutrient-rich food, hydration, managing stress, and healthy lifestyles. You would soon feel a change within yourself once you began adopting these hints in your daily life.
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nimupates · 1 year ago
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What is the Alkaline Diet? A Complete Guide for Beginners
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The Alkaline Diet: A Healthy Eating Plan for Optimal Wellness
The alkaline diet has become an increasingly popular way of eating that promotes overall health and wellness. This eating plan focuses on foods that help balance your body's pH levels to create an environment that supports healthy cells and tissues.
What is the Alkaline Diet?
The alkaline diet is based on the principle that the foods you eat can alter your body's pH balance and impact your health. The ultimate goal is to create an internal environment that has a pH ranging from 7.35 to 7.45, which is slightly alkaline. Foods are categorized as either acidic, alkaline, or neutral: Alkaline foods - Fruits, nuts, legumes, and vegetables Acidic foods - Meat, dairy, eggs, grains, alcohol, and processed foods Neutral foods - Natural fats, starches, and sugars By emphasizing alkaline foods and limiting acidic foods, proponents of this diet believe it can help neutralize chronic low-grade acidosis linked to inflammation, fatigue, and increased disease risk.
Benefits of an Alkaline Diet
Following an alkaline diet offers impressive benefits: Promotes pH balance Reduces inflammation Boosts immunity Increases energy Aids weight loss efforts Improves cardiovascular health Strengthens bones Detoxifies the body The diet focuses on nutrient-dense whole foods that provide antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and water to help neutralize acids and remove toxins from the body. Balances pH Levels One of the main goals of the alkaline diet is to balance the body's pH levels. Chronic low-grade acidosis happens when acidic wastes accumulate in the body faster than they can be neutralized. This causes the body's pH to drop into unhealthy ranges. The alkaline diet counteracts this acidity and helps: Regulate fluids and electrolytes Filter out toxins and wastes Transport nutrients into cells Together this provides an ideal environment for cells and systems to function properly. Reduces Inflammation Acidosis creates an environment inside the body that promotes inflammation, a key factor in many chronic diseases. The anti-inflammatory foods emphasized on the alkaline diet can help reduce acidity and calm this internal fire. Some examples include: Fruits high in vitamin C Green leafy vegetables Nuts like almonds and walnuts Plant-based proteins like lentils and beans Lower levels of inflammation helps people feel better day-to-day. But even more importantly, it lowers the risk for disorders caused by chronic inflammation. Other Key Benefits Some other top reasons to follow the alkaline diet include: Increased Energy Levels - A balanced pH provides cells with ideal conditions for producing energy. Healthy Weight - The diet emphasizes low energy-density foods that support weight loss. Strong Bones - The diet provides bone-building nutrients often lacking in modern diets. Detoxification - Alkaline foods help remove acidic waste products and toxins. Together this creates an internal terrain that discourages damaged cells and chronic diseases from taking root.
The Best Alkaline Foods to Eat
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Focus your diet around these alkaline superfoods: Fruits Fruits are packed with alkaline-promoting nutrients. Choose fresh or frozen organic when possible. Top picks include: Lemons Watermelon Apple Grapefruit Kiwi Berries Papaya Pears Vegetables Aim for eating a variety of organic vegetables each day. Great options include: Spinach Kale Cucumbers Celery Carrots Sweet potatoes Broccoli Sea vegetables Nuts and Seeds Nuts and seeds are excellent sources of protein and healthy fats. Soak nuts before eating to boost nutrients. Try: Almonds Flaxseeds Pumpkin seeds Sunflower seeds Chestnuts Chia seeds Herbs, Spices and Oils Boost flavor and pH with these additions: Lemongrass Ginger Turmeric Cinnamon Garlic Cold-pressed olive oil Coconut oil Avocado oil
Foods to Avoid on the Diet
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To balance your pH effectively, you’ll also want to avoid or limit these acidic foods: Red meat Poultry Seafood Eggs Dairy products Processed grains Sugar Packaged snacks Soda Alcohol Coffee Even whole grains and beans - two staples of healthy diets - should be eaten sparingly since they skew acidic.
Additional Tips for Success
Follow these suggestions to make the most of an alkaline diet: Stay well hydrated with alkaline water Enjoy herbal teas Reduce stress through yoga, meditation, etc. Exercise at least 30 minutes daily Add more raw foods slowly Focus on how you feel As with any significant change to your diet, implement this eating pattern gradually. This gives your body time to adjust its complex systems. Pay attention to the signals your body is sending about the changes. Over time, you should feel less internal "discomfort" and more vibrant energy. Chronic issues you learned to tolerate could show improvement or fade away completely.
The Bottom Line
The emerging research shows an alkaline diet may be an extremely healthy way to prevent damage from modern diets and lifestyles. While studies continue, adjusting your eating pattern to favor alkaline foods poses little risk and offers tremendous potential. It provides a sustainable, nutrient-dense approach to eating that fights inflammation and encourages good health starting on the inside! Doctor Sebi Cell Food Diet Explained: Components, Purported Benefits, Controversy & Safety Reviewed Read the full article
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marcomarconii · 5 months ago
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Nutrition Essentials You Can't Ignore 🍽️🌿
📌 Nutrition isn’t about eating less or following the latest diet. It’s about giving your body the fuel it needs to function. Let’s get into the fundamentals of good nutrition to help you reach your health goals! ⬇️
1️⃣ Understand Macronutrients
➡️ Proteins: Essential for muscle repair and growth. Focus on high-quality sources like lean meats, fish, beans, and legumes. 🐠🍗
➡️ Fats: Not all fats are bad! Include healthy fats from avocados, nuts, seeds, and olive oil for brain health. 🥑🥜
➡️ Carbohydrates: The body’s main energy source. Choose complex carbs like whole grains, fruits, and vegetables to keep your energy levels steady all day. 🥕🍠
2️⃣ Micronutrients Matter
➡️ Vitamins and Minerals: These are important for various bodily functions, from immune support to bone health. Eat various colorful vegetables and fruits to ensure you’re getting a broad range of these nutrients. 🍇🍍
➡️ Key Players: Focus on magnesium for muscle function, vitamin D for bone health, and zinc for immune support. 🌿🫐
3️⃣ The Power of Fiber
➡️ Digestive Health: Fiber helps with digestion and maintains a healthy gut microbiome. It also keeps you fuller for longer, which helps with weight management. 🌾🌾
➡️ Sources: Whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes are great sources of both soluble and insoluble fiber. 🫐🥑
4️⃣ Hydration
➡️ Why It’s Important: Hydration is key for digestion, nutrient absorption, and overall bodily function. Aim for at least 8 cups of water a day, more if you’re active. 🌊
➡️ Tip: Include hydrating foods like cucumbers, watermelon, and oranges in your diet to boost your water intake naturally. 🍊🍉
5️⃣ Balanced Meals:
➡️ Eat Clean, But Live Life: Aim to make 80% of your meals nutrient-dense and whole food-based. The other 20% can be your favorite treat. This balance helps you stay consistent without feeling deprived. 🥬🍕
➡️ Meal Prep: Plan and prep meals ahead of time so you have healthy options available and reduce the temptation to stray from your goals. 🔪
6️⃣ Mindful Eating
➡️ Focus on Your Food: Don’t eat in front of screens to truly enjoy your food and know when you’re full. ⚠️
➡️ Portion Control: Use smaller plates and serve appropriate portions to avoid overeating. Pay attention to hunger and fullness cues. 🍽️
7️⃣ Consistency is King
➡️ Long-term Success: It’s not about perfection but consistency. Focus on making small, sustainable changes that you can keep over time. 🔚
➡️ By following these nutrition basics, you’ll be on your way to optimal health. It’s not about restrictive diets. It’s about nourishing your body with what it needs to flourish. Ready to take control of your nutrition? Let's go! 🔥
📌 P.S. What’s one thing you can change today to improve your nutrition? Comment below! For more nutrition advice, join my newsletter. 📬 https://marcomarconii.ck.page/18360dce95
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