Monday, February 21, 2011

NATURAL ARTERY PLAQUE REMOVER

The hardened plaque built in the artery may cause harmful disease such as heart attack. This plaque is considered to be caused by the bad cholesterol ( LDL ) in our body. Eating foods high in cholesterol and avoiding foods with bad cholesterol may help overcome this problem. Certain food,fruit or vegetables can help remove this plaque from arteries naturally.

Fish


  • Choose fish rich in Omega-3's : Salmon, trout, or herring . Eating fish two to three times a week may raise good cholesterol levels. ( Avoid frying fish or using butter , as this adds bad cholesterol. Instead, try lemon juice and fresh herbs)


  • Nuts


  • Nuts are a healthy source of good cholesterol. Nuts contain Omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E, which is also beneficial for lowering cholesterol. Eat nuts about a handful a day. But remember, eating them in excess can contribute to weight gain. Enjoy almonds, cashews, peanuts, and walnuts, and  stay away from nuts covered in chocolate or other sugary toppings.


  • Oils


  • Monounsaturated oils can help lower cholesterol. Olive and peanut oils are good choices. Use these oils for cooking  or enjoy them in a salad dressing or vinaigrette.


  • Fruits and Vegetables


  • Fruits and vegetables provides dietary fiber, which helps reduce plaque in arteries. Apples, bananas and pears are especially good choices. Avocados, which are rich in monounsaturated fats, are another excellent choice. Eating more fruits and vegetables also helps you maintain a healthy weight, and therefore, a healthy heart.


  • Whole Grains


  • Dietary fiber can also be found in whole grains, oats, and barley. Choose whole grain bread and unflavored, natural oatmeal to help lower your bad cholesterol. Whole wheat pasta and brown rice are also good choices.




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    Friday, February 18, 2011

    FAT-BURNING FOOD

    Consider about these food if you want to burn fat in your body. Foods that are high in protein and fiber are the best kinds to eat. It is because it takes more energy to digest protein than it does to digest fat. So the more protein you eat, the more calories your body burns.




    1. Egg
        This food is a good choice but be aware with the cholesterol contained in the egg yolk.

    2. Low-fat dairy product  ( choose non-fat yogurt and low-fat milk)
        These kinds not only strengthen your bones, but also burns the unwanted body fats
      
    3. Beans
        These foods are good sources of protein, fiber, and iron ( navy beans, white beans, kidney beans, lima
        beans, etc)
      
    4. Oatmeal
        This food can lower the cholesterol level and good to fight against colon cancer and heart disease
        The unswetened and unflavored oatmeals will be the best choice

    5. Olive oil
        This oil contains good fats and it helps you burn fat and keeps the cholesterol down

    6. Whole grains (unprocessed carbohydrate)
      
    7. Lean-cut of meat
      
    8. Salmon and Tuna
        These kinds of fish are good sources of protein  and help boost your immune system
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