Weight Loss Diet - Health

What are the best foods for improving your health?

There are a number of foods that provide you with maximum nutrition, these are:

• Carrots.

  Carrots are high in Vitamin A which help to reduce the risk of Lung Cancer, help regulate blood sugar levels and lower cholesterol. As well as help your eye sight.

• Mackerel.

  Mackerel is a must in your diet as it has one of the highest concentrations of Omega 3 fats. Mackerel therefore helps to improve the memory, heart disease, arthritis, Alzheimer's and depression.

• Garlic.

  Garlic is rich in Allicin, which has been shown to fight infection, as well as having strong anti-cancer properties.

• Oats.

  Eating Oats for breakfast is one of the healthiest ways to start your day. Because it releases its energy slowly, it makes you feel full for longer, which stops you eating snacks and junk foods effecting weight loss. Oats is also rich in soluble fibre, which lowers cholesterol.

• Bananas.

  Bananas are rich in potassium, which helps regulate muscle contractions. Potassium is lost when we sweat, so its important to eat a banana after we finish exercising. It also has plenty of carbohydrate, but do remember that carbohydrate must be consumed wisely.

• Kiwi.

  Kiwi has more vitamin C than oranges and is also high in fibre, which lowers cholesterol and stablise blood sugar levels. Its also good for the eye sight.

• Blueberries.

  Blueberries contain more antioxidants than any other fruit. They also strengthen the eyesight, reduce cholesterol and prevent age related brain damage.

• Tomatoes.

  Tomatoes are rich in Vitamins A and C, as well as Caroteniods and Lycopene. Lycopene reduces the risk of prostate cancer.

• Broccoli.

  Broccoli is rich in Indoles and Sulphoraphane, which protects against cell damage and cancer. It also contains Riboflavin, which boosts energy levels, Vitamin K, which builds strong bone, and Chromium, which keeps blood sugar levels steady. Its also rich in Vitamin A, C and E.

• Walnuts.

  Walnuts are the healthiest of the nuts for weight loss. They are also very good for the heart as they have no saturated fat and are rich in Omega 3 fats. They also contain Ellagic Acid which helps in fighting cancer.

• Watercress.

  Watercress is rich in Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, betacarotene and Folic Acid. Its therefore useful in helping the body to build blood, fight cancer. It also contains Lutein and Zeaxanthin which helps the eye sight.

• Quinoa.

  Quinoa has the highest protein content of any grain, making it useful in building and repairing muscle. It also contains more calcium than milk. It also contains Phosphorous, which aids energy production, as well as Vitamin B.

• Skinless Chicken Breast.

  Skin less Chicken breast is a great source of lean protein, specially if you grill it. Chicken not only helps you to grow muscle, but it will also help you guard against osteoporosis in later life. Chicken is also rich in Vitamin B, which helps the body to build energy.

• Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

  Olive Oil will help to reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer and age related memory decline. This is because its high in monounsaturated fat and antioxidant.