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ANTIOXIDANT FOODS
Antioxidants are substances that protect our cells from the effects of free radicals thus contributing to disease prevention. Free radicals are produced by our body itself, mainly during metabolism. The accumulation of too many free radicals in the body is known as oxidative stress. Oxidative stress is believed to be the main cause of worsening…
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Added sugars
Added sugars are simple carbohydrates. Added sugars (honey, candies, syrups, refined sugar, refined breakfast cereals) provide calories, but not vitamins, minerals and fiber, that is why they called them empty calories. Foods that contain high amounts added sugars may raise triglyceride and glucose levels, which may long-term increase your risk of cardiovascular disease. Added sugars…
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Combination of complex carbohydrates
The combination of complex carbohydrates is the best for a carbohydrate-rich meal, to fill and keep glycogen stores (the body’s carbohydrate stores) in the muscles and liver high. Excellent for competitive athletes and for those who working in cold environments. You can combine pasta with bread, potatoes with bread, rice with bread, pasta salad with…
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Winter Nutrition
In winter, as in any season, when the weather is cold, the body needs a little more calories to be able to maintain its homeostasis, to function properly and not….get cold. Depending on the cold and the activity in it, the daily caloric intake can increase by about 20 to 30%. We need to increase…
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Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are one of the three main macronutrients in our diet (the other two are proteins and fats) and it is the major source of energy for our body. They are called macronutrients because our body needs them in large quantities. Carbohydrate consumption is vital, both for meeting our energy needs and for the normal…
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Proteins
Protein is essential for building muscle mass and a lean figure, also proteins contribute to the reconstruction of cells and the synthesis of enzymes and hormones. Below are lists of protein-rich foods Ηigh protein foods without carbohydrates eggs lean meat (pork, beef, chicken) fish (tuna, grouper, mackerel, salmon, trout, cod, sardines) seafood (octopus, shrimp, squid)…
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Selenium
Selenium is an essential trace element for the human body. The Thyroid gland has a high concentration of selenium, also its adequate intake is for the correct production and action of the basic antioxidant enzymes. It acts as a powerful antioxidant that contributes to the good functioning of the immune system and the thyroid gland.…
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Iron (Fe)
Iron is one of the most well-known trace elements. Essential for life because it is necessary for the creation of hemoglobin which carries oxygen throughout the body. It is found in two forms in foods. In the form of heme (heme iron) and in the form of non-heme (non-heme iron). Depending on the form present…
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