No two fats are created equal. There is a difference between good fat and bad fat.
TOP GOOD FATS: THE OMEGA-3s
Among the best fats on the planet, omega-3s add years to your life by dramatically reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke. They may also stave off arthritis, depression, and some cancers, and might even tame menstrual cramps and postworkout soreness. Looking for clear, soft skin and great hair? Omega-3s do that, too.
Eat these frequently:
Fatty fish, such as wild salmon, sardines, herring, and tuna
Flaxseeds and flaxseed oil
Walnuts
GOOD FATS: THE MONOS
All monounsaturated fats are kind to your heart because they raise good HDL cholesterol and lower bad LDL cholesterol (the kind that clogs arteries). But virgin olive oil, the MVP of monounsaturates, does more. For starters, it contains micronutrients that are needed for hormone and enzyme production. But olive oil also boasts compounds that may fight breast and colon cancer as well as boost the cancer-fighting power of other foods.
Delicious sources are:
Olives
Virgin olive oil (be sure it's virgin; processing destroys nutrients)
Canola oil
Peanut and other nut oils
Nuts
Avocados
PRETTY GOOD FATS: THE POLYS
Most polyunsaturated fats are heart-friendly, but, with the exception of omega-3s, they don't have the star power of other healthy fats. Also, poly fats contain omega-6s, which are healthy unless you get too many of them -- and most Americans get up to 25 times more omega-6s than they need. Omega-6s should be eaten more sparingly because they can overwhelm the superstar omega-3s. Overall, try to get most of your polyunsaturated fats from omega-3 sources.
Find them in:
Corn, soybean, safflower, canola, sunflower, and cottonseed oils
Fatty fish (canned light tuna counts)
Source: Real Age
Friday, January 22, 2010
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Beating the Holiday Bulge - Strategy #4
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Sunday, January 17, 2010
Are Supplements Really Necessary to Grow Muscle and Lose Fat?
To supplement or not to supplement, that's a long-time debate among bodybuilders, even the average people who want to lost weight.
New York Times reported an interest article on sports nutrition and supplements.
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In the end, it's your own body. You'll the judge.
New York Times reported an interest article on sports nutrition and supplements.
Read the full article
==> http://bit.ly/6Vf8YA <==
In the end, it's your own body. You'll the judge.
Monday, January 11, 2010
Eat These Foods to Make You and Your Waist Happy
From the land of olives and gyros comes the key to sidestepping a low mood.
Eating a Mediterranean-style diet appears to help lower the risk of depression by about 30 percent, thanks to a high concentration of good-for-you-fats and B vitamins.
Opa!
Olives, fresh seafood, hummus served with crisp veggies -- items like these are staples of Mediterranean fare. Fortunately, they not only are good for you but taste good, too. And the beneficial fats, B vitamins, and powerful antioxidants found in traditional Mediterranean cuisine supply your brain with the nutrients it needs to stay in good working order. Perfecto. Because when your brain works the way it should, you're less likely to get depressed! (Here's a detailed breakdown of the foods you should eat when you go Mediterranean.)
Food Fights Depression
A Mediterranean menu helps your brain in several ways. It's rich in inflammation-fighting phytochemicals, nerve-cell nurturing "healthy" fats, and neurotransmitter-assisting B vitamins. The healthy fats -- like those found in olive oil -- also help feel-good serotonin bind to brain receptors.
Source: Real Age
Eating a Mediterranean-style diet appears to help lower the risk of depression by about 30 percent, thanks to a high concentration of good-for-you-fats and B vitamins.
Opa!
Olives, fresh seafood, hummus served with crisp veggies -- items like these are staples of Mediterranean fare. Fortunately, they not only are good for you but taste good, too. And the beneficial fats, B vitamins, and powerful antioxidants found in traditional Mediterranean cuisine supply your brain with the nutrients it needs to stay in good working order. Perfecto. Because when your brain works the way it should, you're less likely to get depressed! (Here's a detailed breakdown of the foods you should eat when you go Mediterranean.)
Food Fights Depression
A Mediterranean menu helps your brain in several ways. It's rich in inflammation-fighting phytochemicals, nerve-cell nurturing "healthy" fats, and neurotransmitter-assisting B vitamins. The healthy fats -- like those found in olive oil -- also help feel-good serotonin bind to brain receptors.
Source: Real Age
Beating the Holiday Bulge - Strategy #3
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Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Beating the Holiday Bulge - Strategy #2
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Sunday, January 3, 2010
5 Superfoods to Help You Lose More Weight
Try these 5 superfoods that may help you lose more weight.
Salmon: Seems the omega-3 fatty acids in this fish may turbocharge your body's fat-burning engines -- especially when coupled with exercise, one study found. (Use this tracking tool to set a walk-yourself-fit goal for the new year.)
Eggs: They're back on the healthy-foods list. In one study, dieters who ate eggs for breakfast were able to stave off hunger longer than the folks who loaded up on carbs at breakfast.
Peanuts: May seem counterintuitive -- after all, they are high in fat and calories -- but a small daily serving of peanuts may discourage weight gain, research suggests. Possibly because the healthy fats in peanuts are easier to burn off than the unhealthy fats from other fatty treats, like cheesecake and chips. Just make sure you substitute the nuts for another high-calorie food. (Here's one way to make your peanuts even healthier.)
Apples: Munch on an apple before every meal and you'll be less likely to clean your dinner plate, research shows. Apples are fiber-filled yet low in calories, which means you fill up on less. (Watch this video for more portion control tricks.)
Fava beans: Why fava beans? Because these creamy beans are loaded with flavonoids. And a 14-year study in women showed that high flavonoid intake may help ward off belly fat.
Source: RealAge
http://www.realage.com/tips/5-foods-that-boost-weight-loss
Salmon: Seems the omega-3 fatty acids in this fish may turbocharge your body's fat-burning engines -- especially when coupled with exercise, one study found. (Use this tracking tool to set a walk-yourself-fit goal for the new year.)
Eggs: They're back on the healthy-foods list. In one study, dieters who ate eggs for breakfast were able to stave off hunger longer than the folks who loaded up on carbs at breakfast.
Peanuts: May seem counterintuitive -- after all, they are high in fat and calories -- but a small daily serving of peanuts may discourage weight gain, research suggests. Possibly because the healthy fats in peanuts are easier to burn off than the unhealthy fats from other fatty treats, like cheesecake and chips. Just make sure you substitute the nuts for another high-calorie food. (Here's one way to make your peanuts even healthier.)
Apples: Munch on an apple before every meal and you'll be less likely to clean your dinner plate, research shows. Apples are fiber-filled yet low in calories, which means you fill up on less. (Watch this video for more portion control tricks.)
Fava beans: Why fava beans? Because these creamy beans are loaded with flavonoids. And a 14-year study in women showed that high flavonoid intake may help ward off belly fat.
Source: RealAge
http://www.realage.com/tips/5-foods-that-boost-weight-loss
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