1-Quinoa – This is extremely healthy for you! High in fiber, protein, minerals and vitamins.
2-Peanut Butter – (All natural, organic of course) This is a healthy fat and high in protein. It keeps you full and helps reduce total cholesterol and reduce LDL levels.
3-Walnuts – Most nuts are good for you & high in omega-3s but I would say based on my research that Walnuts are the best. Nuts are high in fat so eat in moderation or for a snack. A 2006 study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that eating walnuts after a meal high in bad fat could reduce the damaging effects of the meal.
4-Avocado – According to beach body experts, Avocado is now thought to be one of the healthiest fat sources available. Beyond this, they have very high amounts of cancer-fighting antioxidants, and recent research seems to indicate that avocados' phytonutrients may also help with the absorption of nutrients from other sources.
5-Mushrooms – Boost immune system, large amounts of potassium and packed with antioxidants…Enough said!
6-Cinnamon - USDA researchers recently found that people with type 2 diabetes who consumed one gram of cinnamon a day for 6 weeks significantly reduced their blood sugar, triglycerides, and LDL cholesterol. It also helps curb some sugar cravings.
7-Canned Tuna – Low in calories, high in protein (30 grams in one 6-ounce can)…Word of advice: eat seafood in moderation due to the high amounts of mercury found in most fish.
8-Instant oatmeal – Talk about keeping you FULL! It’s high in fiber and low in fat.
9-Brown Rice – If you’re going to eat rice just pick brown rice…It’s high in fiber!
10-Flaxseed baby! I swear by flaxseed – it not only cleans you out :) but it is loaded with omega-3s. You can add it to protein shakes/smoothies, cereal, salad, anything really!
11-Fruits and Veggies – We all know why those are healthy for us :)My favorite fruits are strawberries, blueberries and bananas. Favorite veggies are asparagus and tomatoes.
These great foods you should eat. Try them out and see how you feel! More to come ---->Natalie
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YAY! I love tuna and of course nuts, fruits veggies and I really need to try Quinoa! Do you know any good recipes for it?
Quinoa With Toasted Almonds & Dried Cranberries
Ingredients:
• 1 cup quinoa
• 1/2 cup slivered blanched almonds
• 1 tsp vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 cups boiling water
• 1 vegan vegetable bouillon cube
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
Directions:
1. Soak the quinoa 15 minutes in cold water
2. Stir the quinoa with your hand, pour off most of the water and drain through a fine mesh strainer
3. Shake dry in the strainer, then set the strainer over a bowl or pitcher
4. Heat a wide bottomed pan on medium heat and add the oil
5. Stir and toast the sliced almonds until golden, then remove from pan
6. Add the quinoa. Stir and toast until dry and turning color
7. Add boiling water, veggie cube, salt, bay leaf and cinnamon stick, and dried cranberries
8. Bring back to boil, cover, turn the heat to simmer, cook for 10 minutes or until all the water is absorbed
9. Remove from heat and allow to sit five minutes with the lid on
10. Fluff gently with a fork and serve
Sara, hope you like it :)
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