Healthy Foods.....Eat More of These
I went to my doctor for a checkup and he gave me this print out. I was pleasantly surprised that a conventional physician is referring me to natural solutions and not pills. Way to go Doc! We found this print out very helpful and thought our customers and readers would find it helpful too.
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Salmoncontain omega-3-fatty acids, reduce risk of heart disease Anti-inflamatory.
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Oatmeallowers LDL cholesterol
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Blueberriesantioxidant ... may help protect against UTIs, cancer, heart disease and macular degeneration.
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Strawberriesantioxidant, immunity booster ... a cup of strawberries contains a days worth of Vitamin C
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Soy Foodstofu, soy milk, tempeh ..... contain bioflavonoid ... antioxidant, antimicrobial and antifungal properties, helps reduces LDL cholesterol, helps to reduce hot flashes and night sweats in postmenopausal women.
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Nutshigh in fats and calories but loaded with nutrients ... magnesium, vitamin E, potassium, fiber. May be associated with lowering risk of heart disease and cancer, almonds and walnuts top the list.
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Pinto Beanshigh in protein, fiber, potassium, folic acid .. may help Maintain normal blood 'pressure as well as normal function Of the heart and nervous system.
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Mediterranean DietThink Greek and Italian ... Olive Oil, fruits, veggies, fish, lean protein, whole grains, nuts ... .lower risk for stroke,heart disease, cancer and live a long life.
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Tomatoesgood source oflycopene, an antioxidant linked to protection against heart disease, Alzheimer's disease, osteoporosis, and cancer. Lycopene is better absorbed in processed tomatoes Such as tomato sauce, ketchup and tomato juice
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Garlicreduce LDL cholesterol, lower blood pressure, thins blood
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Spinachfiber, potassium, vitamin A, folic acid .. also high in lutein which is good for your eyes
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Grapes and Red Winecholesterol. .. 1 glass/day for women and 2 glasses/day for men are maxrich sources of flavaonoids .. antioxidants that fight inflammation heart disease and cancer. Red and purple grapes are better antioxidants .... red wine may lower BP and raise HDL amount of wine recommended
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Flaxxcellent source of omega-3 fatty acids if you don't like seafood. High in fiber and helps regulate bowel function.
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Dark Chocolatemay help lower LDL and Blood pressure ... . use sparingly to avoid weight gain
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Waterno magic number of glasses per day .. drink enough to keep urine clear to proilA.ote kidney and skin health
VITAMINS - SUPPLEMENTS - FOOD
What you need to stay young and healthy:
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Aspirin81 mg daily - Improve coronary and brain blood flow prevents heart attacks and strokes, everyone over age 40 or if you have risk factors.
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B5300mg - Support for central nervous system Lower homocystine
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B640mg - Support for central nervous system Lower homocystine
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B12800mg - Support for central nervous system Lower homocystine
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Folic Acid400mcg - Support for central nervous system Lower homocystine
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Co-Q-10100mg twice daily - Antioxidant .... especially if on statin helps prevent muscle injury.
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Vitamin C500-100 mg daily - Supports Immune System
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Calcium1500mg/daily-women - Bone strength and prevent osteoporosis
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Calcium1200mg/daily-men - Bone strength and prevent osteoporosis
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Vitamin D800 JU/day - Helps prevent osteoporosis
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Magnesium400mg/day - Bone health, heart rhythm, lung health
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Selenium200mcg/day- Helps Immune System
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Omega3 Fatty AcidsSalmon, catfish, whitefish or 400mg DHA/day -Lower BP, lower triglycerides, thins blood
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Lutein6-30mg/day - Eye health
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Green TeaAntioxidant
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LycopeneTomatoes/Tomato sauce - Immune system booster
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Garlic400mg/day - Thins blood, lowers blood pressure
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Olive OilRaise HDL (good cholesterol)
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FruitsBlueberries, Grapes - Antioxidant
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Nuts/GrainsAlmonds, Walnuts, Oatmeal - Fiber- lowers cholesterol
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Alcohol1 drink a night; women - Red wine best .... Lowers BP-raises HDL
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Alcohol2 drinks a night; men 1 glass wine, 12 oz beer 1.5 oz liquor - Red wine best .... Lowers BP-raises HDL
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Dark ChocolateLowers BP- raises HDL
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Fiber25-35gm/day - Overall gastrointestinal health
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WaterNo magic number enough to keep urine clean and clear - Prevents constipation and promotes kidney health
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Exercise30 minutes cardio on most days - Prevents constipation and promotes kidney health