2016-02-22
Joybynature.com Team
Feb
22

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Eating well does not always mean having a balanced diet but also means leaving out or rarely consuming foods that are high in added sugar, saturated fat and sodium which mostly includes fast food, full calorie sodas, processed snacks, etc. Eating healthy is very important. Let’s take a look at the following points and see how-

  1. It increases productivity
  2. Saves money on life insurance
  3. Enhance mood
  4. Regulate weight
  5. Keeps you healthy
  6. Live longer

Everyone wants to stay healthy and maintain a good nutrition, but for that you should be eating the right food. Here are the five foods that you must eat to maintain good health and nutrition-

  1. Green Beans

Filling up on green beans or any other similar fiber foods can help you prevent weight gain and this won’t even require dieting according to researches. Studies have revealed that women who increased their fiber intake generally lost weight than the opposites; Raspberries, Chickpeas, and strawberries can also help you do the same.

 

  1. Salmons

Salmons are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and can boost your skin’s defenses against UV damage. In a study published earlier this year, Researchers found that those who ate a little more than 5 ounces of omega-3 rich fish each week decreased the skin related problems by 30%. Omega-3 acts as a shield, protecting cell walls from free-radical damage.

 

  1. Blueberries

Eating just a cup of berries daily for approximately 8 weeks can bring down the level of cholesterol and blood pressure in the body- two positives when it comes to heart diseases.  This combination included raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries.

 

  1. Watermelons

Studies have revealed that eating foods that are rich in water content, such as watermelons helps us satisfied on fewer calories. At 92% water, watermelons are a good source of Vitamin C. Watermelons has antioxidants that may help us in protection against heart diseases and cancer. Other such foods also include salads, cucumbers and strawberries.

  1. Tomatoes

Eating more vitamin-C rich foods, such as oranges, tomatoes, strawberries and broccoli, may be a secret to smoother skin. Studies have showed that consuming plenty of vitamin-C rich foods gives way to youthful skin. The findings suggest that a higher intake of vitamin C from foods is associated with a lower risk of having wrinkled skin and age-related problems in middle age women. This further protects the skin from UV damage due to its antioxidants properties.

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