Top 10 Power Foods For Energy And Good Health

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Good Morning!

 

Top 10 Power Foods For Energy And Good Health

 

Good nutrition is one of the 3 components of optimum health (along

with sleep and exercise). The current lifestyle most of us lead is

one that does not stop. Excessive stress, overworked and constantly

being overstimulated from every angle (think tv, news, deadlines...)

we deplete ourselves of the one life force we try to preserve....our

energy!

 

Choosing the right foods, especially in times of stress, can make all

the difference. These powerful foods pack an energizing punch and

should be eaten in some form, daily.

 

1. Apples contain naturally-occurring chemical compounds known as

phytochemicals, polyphenols, or flavonoids, some of which have been

proven to have antioxidant activity that inhibits, or scavenges, the

activity of free radicals in the body. Cell damage from free radicals

can be a factor in certain cancers, heart disease, strokes, and other

conditions. The major antioxidant components in apples are

polyphenols contained mainly in the skin known as quercetin

glycoside, phloretin glycoside, chlorogenic acid, and epicatechin.

Quercetin has been reported to reduce carcinogenic activity, inhibit

enzymatic activities associated with several types of tumor cells,

enhance the antiproliferative activity of anticancer agents, and

inhibit the growth of transformed tumorigenic cells.

 

2. Blackberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, Strawberries - Antioxidant

compounds found in blueberries, sweet cherries, strawberries and

blackberries may fight arterial disease by preventing the oxidation

of LDL ('bad') cholesterol, according to a team of researchers at the

University of California, Davis. In studies conducted at the

University, Dr. I. Marina Heinonen, a visiting scientist from the

University of Helsinki in Finland, and colleagues extracted

antioxidant compounds from blackberries, red raspberries, sweet

cherries, blueberries and strawberries. In a series of experiments in

laboratory culture dishes, they found that blackberries and

Blueberries are of particular interest because of their high

antioxidant capacity. They had the most antioxidant activity in one

experiment and sweet cherries in another.

 

3. Fish and Omega Fatty Acids found in fish, help prevent blood

clots, heart attacks and improves the ratio of good to bad

cholesterol. Consider salmon and tuna as great sources of Omega-3. By

utilizing high potency Omega-3 from flaxseed and canola, Omega-6 from

primrose and black currant and Omega-9 (or Oleic acid, a non-

essential fatty acid) from Canola and Flax, you can create the right

balance, while minimizing any chance of reoccurring imbalances .

 

4. Flaxseed is rich in Omega-3 and fiber. You can increase the

benefits of flaxseed by having it cracked or ground. This allows us

to take full advantage of the rich oil and fiber inside the seeds.

Sprinkle the seeds over cereal or bake them into your favorite foods.

 

5. Grains are the staple of most diets all over the world. A rich

source of vitamins and minerals, grains can be used for a variety of

ailments based on not only their nutritional value but on their taste

and temperature as well. Grains such as oatmeal and buckwheat reduce

blood lipids, decreasing heart disease, colon cancer, alkalizing,

balances over-acid conditions.

 

6. Grapes, Juice, Red Wine are rich in antioxidants called flavonoids

and have been shown to prevent clogging of the arteries, blood clots

and they also contain water-soluble vitamins that strengthen tiny

blood vessels, which can help swollen feet or ankles, speed up the

healing of bruises and promote healthy collagen for fewer wrinkles.

Remember, moderation with red wine. Two glasses for women, three

glasses for men are the beneficial amounts. Anything more than that

and you loose these benefits.

 

7. Greens are an excellent source of vitamin A and a good source of

vitamin C. For a bigger boost of vitamin A, buy greens that are

medium to dark green (the darker the leaves, the more vitamin A).

Many greens, such as spinach, kale, and collards are known for their

mineral content, especially iron, calcium, magnesium-as well as the

vitamins folate, riboflavin (B2) and vitamin K. Leaves are very rich

in antioxidants-- the carotenoids and beta-carotene, the tocopherols

(vitamin E) and of course, vitamin C.

 

8. Milk is a great source of calcium for strong bones and helps

reduce the risk of fractures and osteoporosis. As we age, sometimes

the milk fat becomes to rich for our digestive tracts or we become

lactose intolerant. Start by using milk with less fat such as 2% or

1% milk. Other great sources of calcium include reduced fat cheese,

salmon, sardines and yogurt. Calcium supplements can also help. Take

with a 3:1 ratio of Vitamin D for better absorption.

 

9. Nuts such as almonds, pecans and walnuts are some of the best

sources of protein. They make a great snack and have been found to

reduce heart attacks by 50% compared to those who did not enjoy these

crunchy goodies. Again, do not overdue it. A couple hand fulls of

each are all you need and try to avoid those that are drenched in too

much salt.

 

10. Soy makes a great meat substitute and can significantly reduce

your saturated fat intake. Some research has shown that soy keeps

arteries flexible and bones stronger and benefits the heart and in

20% of pre and post menopausal women, helps reduce hotflashes.

 

 

Andrew Pacholyk, MS, L.Ac.

http://www.peacefulmind.com/food.htm

Therapies for healing

mind, body, spirit

[Guest guest]

Thank you for this.  Very interesting and valuable information.

 

Linda Rose

 

--- On Wed, 7/16/08, yogiguruji <yogiguruji wrote:

 

yogiguruji <yogiguruji

Top 10 Power Foods For Energy And Good Health

 

Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 12:47 AM

 

 

 

 

 

 

Good Morning!

 

Top 10 Power Foods For Energy And Good Health

 

Good nutrition is one of the 3 components of optimum health (along

with sleep and exercise). The current lifestyle most of us lead is

one that does not stop. Excessive stress, overworked and constantly

being overstimulated from every angle (think tv, news, deadlines... )

we deplete ourselves of the one life force we try to preserve.... our

energy!

 

Choosing the right foods, especially in times of stress, can make all

the difference. These powerful foods pack an energizing punch and

should be eaten in some form, daily.

 

1. Apples contain naturally-occurring chemical compounds known as

phytochemicals, polyphenols, or flavonoids, some of which have been

proven to have antioxidant activity that inhibits, or scavenges, the

activity of free radicals in the body. Cell damage from free radicals

can be a factor in certain cancers, heart disease, strokes, and other

conditions. The major antioxidant components in apples are

polyphenols contained mainly in the skin known as quercetin

glycoside, phloretin glycoside, chlorogenic acid, and epicatechin.

Quercetin has been reported to reduce carcinogenic activity, inhibit

enzymatic activities associated with several types of tumor cells,

enhance the antiproliferative activity of anticancer agents, and

inhibit the growth of transformed tumorigenic cells.

 

2. Blackberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, Strawberries - Antioxidant

compounds found in blueberries, sweet cherries, strawberries and

blackberries may fight arterial disease by preventing the oxidation

of LDL ('bad') cholesterol, according to a team of researchers at the

University of California, Davis. In studies conducted at the

University, Dr. I. Marina Heinonen, a visiting scientist from the

University of Helsinki in Finland, and colleagues extracted

antioxidant compounds from blackberries, red raspberries, sweet

cherries, blueberries and strawberries. In a series of experiments in

laboratory culture dishes, they found that blackberries and

Blueberries are of particular interest because of their high

antioxidant capacity. They had the most antioxidant activity in one

experiment and sweet cherries in another.

 

3. Fish and Omega Fatty Acids found in fish, help prevent blood

clots, heart attacks and improves the ratio of good to bad

cholesterol. Consider salmon and tuna as great sources of Omega-3. By

utilizing high potency Omega-3 from flaxseed and canola, Omega-6 from

primrose and black currant and Omega-9 (or Oleic acid, a non-

essential fatty acid) from Canola and Flax, you can create the right

balance, while minimizing any chance of reoccurring imbalances .

 

4. Flaxseed is rich in Omega-3 and fiber. You can increase the

benefits of flaxseed by having it cracked or ground. This allows us

to take full advantage of the rich oil and fiber inside the seeds.

Sprinkle the seeds over cereal or bake them into your favorite foods.

 

5. Grains are the staple of most diets all over the world. A rich

source of vitamins and minerals, grains can be used for a variety of

ailments based on not only their nutritional value but on their taste

and temperature as well. Grains such as oatmeal and buckwheat reduce

blood lipids, decreasing heart disease, colon cancer, alkalizing,

balances over-acid conditions.

 

6. Grapes, Juice, Red Wine are rich in antioxidants called flavonoids

and have been shown to prevent clogging of the arteries, blood clots

and they also contain water-soluble vitamins that strengthen tiny

blood vessels, which can help swollen feet or ankles, speed up the

healing of bruises and promote healthy collagen for fewer wrinkles.

Remember, moderation with red wine. Two glasses for women, three

glasses for men are the beneficial amounts. Anything more than that

and you loose these benefits.

 

7. Greens are an excellent source of vitamin A and a good source of

vitamin C. For a bigger boost of vitamin A, buy greens that are

medium to dark green (the darker the leaves, the more vitamin A).

Many greens, such as spinach, kale, and collards are known for their

mineral content, especially iron, calcium, magnesium-as well as the

vitamins folate, riboflavin (B2) and vitamin K. Leaves are very rich

in antioxidants- - the carotenoids and beta-carotene, the tocopherols

(vitamin E) and of course, vitamin C.

 

8. Milk is a great source of calcium for strong bones and helps

reduce the risk of fractures and osteoporosis. As we age, sometimes

the milk fat becomes to rich for our digestive tracts or we become

lactose intolerant. Start by using milk with less fat such as 2% or

1% milk. Other great sources of calcium include reduced fat cheese,

salmon, sardines and yogurt. Calcium supplements can also help. Take

with a 3:1 ratio of Vitamin D for better absorption.

 

9. Nuts such as almonds, pecans and walnuts are some of the best

sources of protein. They make a great snack and have been found to

reduce heart attacks by 50% compared to those who did not enjoy these

crunchy goodies. Again, do not overdue it. A couple hand fulls of

each are all you need and try to avoid those that are drenched in too

much salt.

 

10. Soy makes a great meat substitute and can significantly reduce

your saturated fat intake. Some research has shown that soy keeps

arteries flexible and bones stronger and benefits the heart and in

20% of pre and post menopausal women, helps reduce hotflashes.

 

Andrew Pacholyk, MS, L.Ac.

http://www.peaceful mind.com/ food.htm

Therapies for healing

mind, body, spirit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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--- On Wed, 7/16/08, Linda Rose <vinayarose wrote:

Linda Rose <vinayarose

Re: Top 10 Power Foods For Energy And Good Health

 

Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 8:11 AM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thank you for this. Very interesting and valuable information.

 

 

 

Linda Rose

 

 

 

--- On Wed, 7/16/08, yogiguruji <yogiguruji (AT) aol (DOT) com> wrote:

 

 

 

yogiguruji <yogiguruji (AT) aol (DOT) com>

 

Top 10 Power Foods For Energy And Good Health

 

 

 

Wednesday, July 16, 2008, 12:47 AM

 

 

 

Good Morning!

 

 

 

Top 10 Power Foods For Energy And Good Health

 

 

 

Good nutrition is one of the 3 components of optimum health (along

 

with sleep and exercise). The current lifestyle most of us lead is

 

one that does not stop. Excessive stress, overworked and constantly

 

being overstimulated from every angle (think tv, news, deadlines... )

 

we deplete ourselves of the one life force we try to preserve.... our

 

energy!

 

 

 

Choosing the right foods, especially in times of stress, can make all

 

the difference. These powerful foods pack an energizing punch and

 

should be eaten in some form, daily.

 

 

 

1. Apples contain naturally-occurring chemical compounds known as

 

phytochemicals, polyphenols, or flavonoids, some of which have been

 

proven to have antioxidant activity that inhibits, or scavenges, the

 

activity of free radicals in the body. Cell damage from free radicals

 

can be a factor in certain cancers, heart disease, strokes, and other

 

conditions. The major antioxidant components in apples are

 

polyphenols contained mainly in the skin known as quercetin

 

glycoside, phloretin glycoside, chlorogenic acid, and epicatechin.

 

Quercetin has been reported to reduce carcinogenic activity, inhibit

 

enzymatic activities associated with several types of tumor cells,

 

enhance the antiproliferative activity of anticancer agents, and

 

inhibit the growth of transformed tumorigenic cells.

 

 

 

2. Blackberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, Strawberries - Antioxidant

 

compounds found in blueberries, sweet cherries, strawberries and

 

blackberries may fight arterial disease by preventing the oxidation

 

of LDL ('bad') cholesterol, according to a team of researchers at the

 

University of California, Davis. In studies conducted at the

 

University, Dr. I. Marina Heinonen, a visiting scientist from the

 

University of Helsinki in Finland, and colleagues extracted

 

antioxidant compounds from blackberries, red raspberries, sweet

 

cherries, blueberries and strawberries. In a series of experiments in

 

laboratory culture dishes, they found that blackberries and

 

Blueberries are of particular interest because of their high

 

antioxidant capacity. They had the most antioxidant activity in one

 

experiment and sweet cherries in another.

 

 

 

3. Fish and Omega Fatty Acids found in fish, help prevent blood

 

clots, heart attacks and improves the ratio of good to bad

 

cholesterol. Consider salmon and tuna as great sources of Omega-3. By

 

utilizing high potency Omega-3 from flaxseed and canola, Omega-6 from

 

primrose and black currant and Omega-9 (or Oleic acid, a non-

 

essential fatty acid) from Canola and Flax, you can create the right

 

balance, while minimizing any chance of reoccurring imbalances .

 

 

 

4. Flaxseed is rich in Omega-3 and fiber. You can increase the

 

benefits of flaxseed by having it cracked or ground. This allows us

 

to take full advantage of the rich oil and fiber inside the seeds.

 

Sprinkle the seeds over cereal or bake them into your favorite foods.

 

 

 

5. Grains are the staple of most diets all over the world. A rich

 

source of vitamins and minerals, grains can be used for a variety of

 

ailments based on not only their nutritional value but on their taste

 

and temperature as well. Grains such as oatmeal and buckwheat reduce

 

blood lipids, decreasing heart disease, colon cancer, alkalizing,

 

balances over-acid conditions.

 

 

 

6. Grapes, Juice, Red Wine are rich in antioxidants called flavonoids

 

and have been shown to prevent clogging of the arteries, blood clots

 

and they also contain water-soluble vitamins that strengthen tiny

 

blood vessels, which can help swollen feet or ankles, speed up the

 

healing of bruises and promote healthy collagen for fewer wrinkles.

 

Remember, moderation with red wine. Two glasses for women, three

 

glasses for men are the beneficial amounts. Anything more than that

 

and you loose these benefits.

 

 

 

7. Greens are an excellent source of vitamin A and a good source of

 

vitamin C. For a bigger boost of vitamin A, buy greens that are

 

medium to dark green (the darker the leaves, the more vitamin A).

 

Many greens, such as spinach, kale, and collards are known for their

 

mineral content, especially iron, calcium, magnesium-as well as the

 

vitamins folate, riboflavin (B2) and vitamin K. Leaves are very rich

 

in antioxidants- - the carotenoids and beta-carotene, the tocopherols

 

(vitamin E) and of course, vitamin C.

 

 

 

8. Milk is a great source of calcium for strong bones and helps

 

reduce the risk of fractures and osteoporosis. As we age, sometimes

 

the milk fat becomes to rich for our digestive tracts or we become

 

lactose intolerant. Start by using milk with less fat such as 2% or

 

1% milk. Other great sources of calcium include reduced fat cheese,

 

salmon, sardines and yogurt. Calcium supplements can also help. Take

 

with a 3:1 ratio of Vitamin D for better absorption.

 

 

 

9. Nuts such as almonds, pecans and walnuts are some of the best

 

sources of protein. They make a great snack and have been found to

 

reduce heart attacks by 50% compared to those who did not enjoy these

 

crunchy goodies. Again, do not overdue it. A couple hand fulls of

 

each are all you need and try to avoid those that are drenched in too

 

much salt.

 

 

 

10. Soy makes a great meat substitute and can significantly reduce

 

your saturated fat intake. Some research has shown that soy keeps

 

arteries flexible and bones stronger and benefits the heart and in

 

20% of pre and post menopausal women, helps reduce hotflashes.

 

 

 

Andrew Pacholyk, MS, L.Ac.

 

http://www.peaceful mind.com/ food.htm

 

Therapies for healing

 

mind, body, spirit