ANNA PRIOR'S BANANA LOAF

(Please note this was not anna's actual loaf, hers was much better looking) When not being a superstar drummer for Metronomy and Primary 1, Anna is also an e cellent baker! "ere is her recipe #warning# this is e tremely addicti$e %anana &ea %read ''(g )* +lour 1,- teaspoon %icarb pinch salt .(g %utter 1.(g /aster sugar ' eggs, beaten -(0g bananas weighed with skin, peeled and mashed1 100g Walnuts, chopped (optional) 11 "eat o$en 120c (3as -)1 3rease and line the loaf tin1 '1 Mi together flour, bicarb and salt1 41 /ream the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy, add the eggs a little at a time alternately with the flour1 -1 )tir in the remaining flour, bananas and walnuts, place in the prepared tin and bake for about 1 1,- hours1 (1 /ool on a wire rack

Apricots
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Health Benefits of Eating Apricots

How to consume Apricots: Apricot can be consumed raw or as a dry fruit1 5t can also be blended or taken in the 6uice form1 5t is also used in the preparation of 6am1 Benefits:

Apricot is rich in beta carotene, antio idant that protects against the cell damage that occurs when the body burns o ygen1 &his damage is thought to be instrumental in aging and the de$elopment of heart disease, neurological disease, eye disease, and cancer1 +resh apricots are rich in $itamin /, but most of the $itamin / is lost when apricots are canned or dried1 7itamin / can help strengthens the immune system and is good for repairing skin tissues and healing skin wounds1 &hey are also rich in lycopene which can help gi$e a healthy glow to skin1 Apricots ha$e a high le$el of alkaline, making them an e cellent choice for anyone who is prone to gall stones8 the alkaline helps dissol$e the stones1 Apricot is a good source of iron and copper which helps in the formation of hemoglobin1 &hus, it is e tremely beneficial for those suffering from anemia1

Apricot tea: Apricot tea is an e cellent stress buster and soothes the digesti$e system1 Apricot oil:

Apricot oil which is e tracted from apricot kernels is often used for body massage and for keeping the skin glowing and healthy1 5t is also good or treating skin diseases like scabies, itching and ec9ema1 Apricot oil has a lot of anti:asthmatic element1 5t helps in treating bronchial diseases, whee9ing and asthma1

Note: 5f you want an added boost of beta:carotene try eating canned apricots instead of fresh apricots1 +resh apricots ha$e less beta:carotene than canned apricots as the canning process releases added beta:carotene from the apricot cell wall1 Drawback: Apricots contain a natural salicylate, the ma6or ingredient in aspirin1 People sensiti$e to aspirin may e perience allergic response1 ;nless dried apricots are labeled as sulfite:free, anyone with asthma should a$oid them1

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Banana
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Health Benefits of Eating Bananas

Benefits:

%anana is an ideal early food for babies because of its soft te ture and it is easy to digest1 %anana is a recommended fruit for people suffering from diarrhea1 %anana can help normali9e blood pressure1 <ating two bananas a day can cut the risk of death by strokes by as much as -0@! %anana contains pectin, a soluble fiber that can help restore normal bowel mo$ement without resorting to la ati$es1 Ane banana per day is recommended to maintain healthy bowel mo$ements1 &he tip is that you should eat only ripe bananas yellow in color to cure constipation1 %anana is high in iron which can stimulate the production of hemoglobin in the blood and so helps in cases of anemia1 %ananas can help impro$e your bodyBs ability to absorb calcium1 %anana contains tryptophan, a nutrient that helps to generate serotonin1 A hormone that is generally associated with happiness1 %anana can help cure heartburn because it neutrali9es o$er:acidity and reduces irritation by coating the lining of the stomach1 %anana is an energi9er1 &he combination of carbohydrates and % $itamins in banana pro$ide an instant energy boost1 &hey are e tremely good half an hour before a workout1 *esearch has pro$en that 6ust two bananas pro$ide enough energy for a strenuous C0:minute workout1 %ananas are a rich source of magnesium1 Magnesium deficiency is $ery commonly linked to stress and an iety disorders1 5ncreasing your magnesium intake decreases an iety and e$en help you sleep better1 %anana is useful for weight loss as one banana ha$ing a weight of 100g contains roughly C0 calories1 %anana is a cooling fruit that can lower both the physical and emotional temperature of e pectant mothers1 5n &hailand, for e ample, pregnant women eat bananas to ensure their baby is born with a cool temperature1

Banana for dry skin: %ananas are a great natural remedy for dry skin1 Dou can apply one mashed banana mi ed with two tablespoons of honey and 1,-th cup of yogurt on your dry skin1 >ea$e on for 10 minutes and then rinse it off1 %ananas and honey face mask is the most popular remedy to get rid of dry skin1 ses of Banana !eel:

%anana peel can help remo$e warts1 Eust take a piece of banana peel and place it on the wart, with the yellow side out1 /arefully hold the skin in place with a plaster or surgical tape1 &he inner peel of banana can help reduce swelling and irritation cause by insect bites1 Eust rub the banana peel on the affected area for a few minutes1

"mportant thing to know:

&he anti:cancer effect of most fruits will depend on the ripeness of the fruit, so the riper the banana, the higher its anti:cancer properties1 Dellow skin bananas with dark spots on them, are 2 times more effecti$e in enhancing the property of white blood cells than the green:skin $ersions1 &he recommendation is to eat 1 to ' bananas a day to increase your body immunity to diseases like cold, flu and others1 %ananas lose their pleasant taste when they are refrigerated, but it doesnBt diminish their nutritional $alue and it most certainly makes them last longer1 5tBs 6ust changes the taste1 Share! )hare
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Apples
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Benefits:

Apples are a good source of pectin (a soluble fiber)1 +iber helps in regulating bowel mo$ements which ultimately reduces the risk of colon cancer8 the skin of apple also contains phytonutrients which can help to slow the pace of colon cancer1 Apples can help lower cholesterol le$els in the body1 &he pectin in apples (1.2grams per 100grams) which binds to cholesterol helps lower its le$el in the bloodstream therefore reducing the damage that can lead to cardio$ascular disease1 Apples contain Fuercitin which ha$e been found to help pre$ent the growth of prostate cancer1 Apples protect ner$e cells from neuro:to icity caused by o idati$e stress which ultimately pre$ents neurodegenerati$e diseases1 According to research applesB antio idant can protect brain cells against the damage that contributes to the kind of memory loss associated with aging and Al9heimerBs1 Apple cider $inegar when added to a glass of water pre$ents the formation of kidney stones1 *egular consumption of Apples can promote hair growth1 Apple 6uice can help reduce or eliminate asthma attack1 Ane study shows that children with asthma who drank apple 6uice on a daily basis suffered from less whee9ing than children who drank apple 6uice only once per month1 Another study showed that children born to women who eat a lot of apples during pregnancy ha$e lower rates of asthma than children whose mothers ate few apples1 Apples are beneficial in diabetes1 &he pectin in apples supplies galacturonic acid to the body which lowers the bodyBs need for insulin and may help in the management of diabetes1 Apples can help in weight management1 A medium apple contains about fi$e grams of fiber which helps you feel full longer and it contain almost 9ero fat and cholesterol1 <ating at least one apple a day reduces the risk of skin diseases1 &he pulp of apple when applied on the face can cure and impro$e acne condition1 Share! )hare
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A#ocado
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Health Benefits of Eating A#ocados

Health Benefits:

A$ocado is rich in monounsaturated fat, which some studies show to actually help reduce cholesterol1 A week long study in$ol$ing -( $olunteers who ate a$ocados e$eryday reported an a$erage 1.@ drop in total cholesterol, >G> cholesterol (bad cholesterol) and triglycerides, and an 11@ increase in "G> cholesterol (good cholesterol) le$els1 A$ocados contain glutathione, an important antio idant that researchers say is important in pre$enting aging, cancer, and heart disease1 A$ocados are rich in lutein and 9ea anthin, which help to pre$ent age related mascular degeneration and cataracts1 A$ocado is rich in folate1 )tudies show that people who eat diets rich in folate ha$e a much lower incidence of heart disease than those who donBt1 5t is also important for pregnant women to eat folate rich foods because it is necessary for healthy fetal cell and tissue de$elopment1 A$ocados are the best fruit source of $itamin <, which is not only essential for the normal functioning of the body but is also a potent anti:o idant which protects polyunsaturated fatty acids in cell membranes from free:radical attack1 A$ocado is a good source of potassium, a mineral that helps regulate blood pressure1 AdeFuate intake of potassium can help guard against circulatory diseases, like high blood

pressure, heart disease, or stroke1 &he potassium content and calories of an a$ocado is three times that of a banana1 A$ocado is used to help people who ha$e se ual problems because it is rich in healthy fat which is essential to normal functioning of the se ual organ1 A$ocado is effecti$e in remo$ing intestinal putrefaction or decomposition which is the real cause of bad breath1 A$ocados contain good amounts of 7itamin / (necessary for the production of collagen needed for the growth of new cells and tissues, pre$ents $iruses from penetrating cell membranes, and also a powerful anti:o idant1

A#ocado oil:

A$ocado oil is a more effecti$e sunscreen than most plant oil1 A$ocado oil strengthens the skin by stimulating collagen, thereby reducing wrinkles and impro$ing skin te ture1 A$ocados are also rich in $itamin <, a free radical sca$enger that will assist in slowing the aging process1 A$ocado oil has better skin penetration than almond, oli$e, or soy oil1 &he a$ocado oil is beneficial in the treatment of psoriasis1 Apply regularly on affected parts to remo$e the scales1

"mportant $hing to %now About A#ocados:

*esearch has found that certain nutrients are absorbed better when eaten with a$ocado1 5n one study, when participants ate a salad containing a$ocados, they absorbed fi$e times the amount of carotenoids (a group of nutrients that includes lycopene and beta carotene) than those who didnBt include a$ocados1 A$ocado flesh that is e posed to air can Fuickly turn to brown color because of its high iron content8 you can pre$ent this from happening by sprinkling it with some lemon 6uice1 ;nlike most fruits, a$ocados start to ripen only after being cut from the tree1 5n fact, the mature fruit can be left on the tree for si months without spoiling1 Ance picked, howe$er, a green a$ocado will ripen in a few days1 Share! )hare
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Health Benefits of Eating Beans

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Health Benefits of Eating Beans

Health Benefits=

%eans are good source of protein, pro$iding about 1( grams per cup H soybean has the most protein content which is 'C grams per cup1 %eans are high in soluble fiber which can help lower cholesterol le$els1 5n a study it was found that eating legumes (beans) four times a week, as opposed to only once, was associated with a ''@ lower risk of coronary heart disease1 %eans also contain insoluble fiber1 &his insoluble fiber pre$ents and e$en combats diseases such as, colon cancer, constipation, and many other conditions of the intestinal tract1 5nsoluble fiber swells the si9e of the stool which pressuri9es the intestines to mo$e things along Fuickly1 &his creates a natural cleansing mechanism for the colon1 %eans are a great food for a fat:restricted diet, because most beans contain only ':4@ fat1 %eans ha$e also been pro$en to help people with diabetes1 )ome $arieties of beans, especially chick peas, are rich in plant substances known as phytoestrogens which ha$e an action similar to, though far weaker than, the hormone oestrogen in the body1 %eans are high in folate which is beneficial for pregnant women because it can help pre$ent birth defect1 Share! )hare

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&ood !roperties and Benefits 'ist

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Acai %erry %eets /hia )eeds /hocolate (dark) /innamon Mint )oy

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&ish (il Benefits ) Side Effects of &ish (il

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&ish (il Benefits ) Side Effects of &ish (il

+ish, those slippery suckers ha$e so many health benefits1 )peaking from seafood lo$ers point of $iew 5 donBt need a reason to eat fish but one of the main reasons 5 eat it personally is its good to ha$e a $aried diet and seafood and fish is a great alternati$e protein source if youBre a big meat eater1 Dosage +or adults take 1 to ' /apsules 4 times daily , with meals or as prescribed this gi$es you roughly 1020mg of <PA and .'0mg of G"A when taking a regular 1000mg per capsule fish oil supplement1 +or more serious conditions in$ol$ing skin problems or arthritis, its ok to take up to 10 1000mg capsules a day1

%enefits
Asthma &his may not apply to you but its great to know that fish can benefit a whole lot of conditions and one of them being asthma1 +ish is known to reduce chronic inflammation that is associated with asthma1

Eye and Brain health* +ish ha$e benefits to eye and brain health because of the properties of fish oil that smooth blood $essels and increase blood flow and nutrients to important organs like the brain and eyes1 +ardio#ascular disease <ating a diet high in fish will impro$e cardio$ascular health and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke by reducing blood clots and inflammation, impro$ing blood $essel elasticity, lowering blood pressure, lower blood fats and most importantly boosting good cholesterol1 Hyperacti#ity We all know fish oil or fish is gi$en to hyperacti$e kiddies to get them to settle down1 +ish oil has also been trialed on children with AG"G and has shown to significantly reduce le$els of AG"G associated chemicals in the blood stream1 Dementia >ike most of the health benefits from fish , fish oil its due mainly to the increase in blood flow that fish oil pro$ides which in turn means better working organs and when talking about dementia the increase blood flow will help the brain perform better and will reduce the risk of Al9heimerBs1 "nflammatory +ish oil is known to help reduce conditions in$ol$ing inflammation such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and autoimmune disease1 +ish is also great for people who work out do physical work as it will help there 6oints and muscles reco$er Fuicker1 !rematurity )tudies ha$e shown that eating fish during pregnancy may help reduce the risk of deli$ering a baby prematurely1 Dandruff Again the benefits of fish and circulation will help to impro$e dry skin and especially dandruff1 5 definitely notice my skin feeling dryer after stopping my fish oil1

)ide <ffects of +ish Ail ( Geadly Mercury) make sure you buy a certified and tested fish oil capsule

Side Effects of &ish (il

Mercury Many people worry about the mercury found in some fish as mercury is naturally occurring in our oceans and can be hard to a$oid1 /hildren should definitely a$oid any sort of fish that may contain mercury as it presents a danger for young children1 )ome fish that usually contain high amounts of mercury include shark , swordfish, orange roughy (sea perch and blue fin tuna1 A good way to a$oid mercury would be to buy farmed fish preferably ones being fed on an organic natural diet which will ensure high Fuality oils being produced in the fish1 Atherwise a good fish oil that has been tested for mercury can be a good way to get your fish oil intake1
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Health Benefits of (range

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Health Benefits of (range

Arange is one of the most fa$orite fruit in the world1 Arange is loaded with $itamins, and the most abundant $itamin in orange is 7itamin /1 &his powerful $itamin protect our body against harmful elements1 (range is Beneficial in the following cases :

Asthma %ronchitis &uberculosis Pneumonia *heumatism Pre$ent kidney stone "elps lower cholesterol "elps pre$ent diabetes Arthritis "igh blood pressure Persons addicted to alcohol ha$e found that the desire for liFuor is greatly reduced by drinking of orange 6uice1 /onsumption of large Fuantities of oranges will decrease the outpouring of mucus secretions from the nose1

Nutritional +ontents of (range : 11 '1 41 -1 (1 %etacarotene, another powerful antio idant that protects our cells from being damage1 /alcium that helps protect and maintain the health of our bone and teeth1 +olic Acid for proper brain de$elopment1 Magnesium helps maintain blood pressure1 Potassium helps maintain electrolyte balance in the cells, and is important in maintaining a healthy cardio$ascular system1 I1 &hiamin helps to con$ert food into energy1 .1 7itamin %I helps support the production of hemoglobin that carries o ygen to all parts of the body1 Nutriti#e ,alues : !er -.. gm*

7itamin A = 1C0 51;1 7itamin % = &hiamine 102 mg18 7itamin / = -C mg1 /alcium = 44 mg1 Phosphorus = '4 mg1 Potassium = 400 mg1 Share! )hare
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Health Benefits of /ua#a

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Health Benefits of /ua#a

3ua$a is a tropical fruit that is like the shape of pear, with green rind and pinkish or white flesh and small seeds1 )ome people say /ua#a is better than orange because gua#a contain more ,itamin + than orange and gua$a is a lot cheaper than orange1 /ua#a +ontains :

7itamin / the skin of gua$a contains more than ( times 7it / than that of an orange1 7itamin A and % /alcium Jicotinic Acid Phosphorus Potassium 5ron +olic acid +iber

Nutriti#e ,alues of /ua#a : !er -.. gm*

7itamin A = '(0 51;1 7itamin % = &hiamine 10. mg18 Jiacin = 11' mg1 7itamin / = 40' mg1 /alcium = 40 mg1

Phosphorus = 'C mg1 /arbohydrates = 1.11 gm1 Protein = 110 gm1 /alories = .0

/ua#a is Beneficial in the following cases : 11 '1 41 -1 (1 I1 .1 21 C1

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Prolonged menstruation "igh blood pressure Poor circulation (strengthen the heart) /ongestion of the lungs Acidosis Asthma /atarrh Abesity )cur$y Share! )hare
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$he Benefit of Sprouting

Most people arenBt aware of the benefits of sprouting1 Af course there are many benefits, but there is one benefit most people are not aware of and it is as followsK A seed, nut or bean will contain what is known as en9yme inhibitors1 &hese en9yme inhibitors ha$e the sole responsibility of pre$enting the seed, bean or nut from sprouting until the en$ironmental or climatic conditions are suitable for growing1 &his is why many who eats nuts or beans ha$e digesti$e problems1 &he en9yme inhibitors are doing their 6ob, but within your body! After eating the nut or bean, the en9yme inhibitors counteract or deHacti$ate your bodyBs own digesti$e en9ymes1 Jow seeds, nuts and beans are loaded with $aluable nutrition, especially once sprouted1 &he reason why is because once a seed, nut or bean begins to sprout, the en9yme inhibitors cease doing their 6ob L and this is why a sprout is started1 )o by sprouting, you neutrali9e the en9yme inhibitors allowing your body to more easily digest thenutrition in the seed, nut or bean1 "ow do we neutrali9e these en9yme inhibitorsM )imple, we trick the seed, nut or bean by soaking it in waterand then keeping it moist1 &his NsimulatesO nature and the see, nut or bean thinks it is time to start growing1

How $o Sprout
)prouting is simple!

5n order to sprout, you simply need to go to your local health food store and buy a sprouting 6ar1 &hese 6ars are specifically designed for sprouting1 As you might e pect, you can also buy sprouting 6ars online1 ;sually instructions are pro$ided on how to sprout when you buy a 6ar1 5f not, chances are a clerk in the store can help you1 %ut 6ust in case, here is a simple guide1

0here $o Buy Seeds1 Nuts or Beans

&he best place to buy your seeds, nuts or beans for sprouting is your local health food store1 Dour local health food store will pro$ide a $ariety of $arious seeds, nuts, beans and grains for sprouting1 Most of them should be organic as well!

Beans
Many beans such as kidney beans, white beans, na$y beans, etc can be sprouted and then 6uiced and,or eaten1 "owe$er, many beans contain to ins that can only be destroyed through the soaking of the beans and then the cooking of the beans1 5tBs for this reason that 5 suggest you do not eat or 6uice bean sprouts1 &here are some e ceptions to this rule such as mung bean sprouts1 %ut for the most part, beans should be a$oided when it comes to 6uicing1 While beans should, for the most part, be a$oided while 6uicing1 Dou can still sprout the beans and then cook the beans to help release the en9yme inhibitors1 5n fact, if you are cooking beans you should free9e the beans for '- hours, then soak them and then finally sprout the beans (optional)1 +ree9ing and soaking the beans prior to cooking them helps to eliminate a large percentage of the en9yme inhibitors1 5f you decide to sprout the beans as well then when it comes time to eat your beans, chances of ha$ing any digestion difficulties is almost gone completely1 5n case you ha$enBt reali9ed, the reason why so many ha$e a lot of gas after eating beans is due to the en9yme inhibitors1 < cess gas after eating beans is a clear sign you did not kill, destroy and eliminate enough of the en9yme inhibitors1

Sprouting /uide
11 )elect the type of seed or bean from the chart below1 '1 Place the suggested amount of seeds or beans in the sprouting 6ar and fill with enough purified water to co$er the seeds or beans1 41 )oak the seeds or beans for the suggested amount of time1 -1 Grain the water from the 6ar after the suggested amount of soaking time1 (1 Put the 6ar in a dark place such as a kitchen cupboard1 I1 *inse the seeds or beans e$ery 1' hours1 .1 After rinsing, replace the 6ar back to the dark cupboard1 21 Ance sprouting begins, that you see the shoots, put the 6ar into sunlight1 &his allows the sprouts to de$elop chlorophyll1 C1 >et the sprouts grow for the suggested number of days1

101 Dou can ad6ust the growing time based on whether you are planning on eating the sprouts or 6uicing the sprouts1 5f you want to eat the sprouts, then you can eat them when they are a little smaller1 5f you want to 6uice the sprouts, then they will need to be a little bigger1 All %eans Alfalfa Almond %uckwheat /lo$er /orn +enugreek >entils Millet Aat 3roats Peas Puinoa *ice *ye )esame )eeds )pelt )unflower )eeds &riticale Wheatgrass Share! )hare
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Soaking $ime C H 1' hours ( H 10 hours 2 H 10 hours 10 H 1' hours 2 H 10 hours 10 H 1( hours 10 H 1' hours 10 H 1' hours 2 H 11 hours 2 H 10 hours C H 1' hours 2 H 10 hours C H 1' hours C H 1' hours 2 H 11 hours I H 1' hours I H 2 hours C H 1' hours 10 H 1' hours

Sprouting $ime ' H 4 days 4 H ( days ' H 4 days ' H 4 days 4 H - days 4 H ( days - H ( days ' H 4 days 1 H ' days 1 H ' days ' H 4 days ' H 4 days 4 H - days ' H - days 4 H - days 4 H - days ' H 4 days ' H - days . H 10 days

-. &ood that 2elie#e Stress

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Almonds
&hese crunchy little dudes are great stress relie$ers= theyBre packed with $itamin %' (ribofla$in), $itamin <, magnesium, and 9inc1 % $itamins and magnesium are in$ol$ed in the production of serotonin, which helps regulate mood and relie$e stress1 Qinc has also been shown to fight some of the negati$e effects of stress, while $itamin < is an antio idant that destroys the free radicals related to stress and heart disease1 "owe$er, you should only eat a small handful at a time since almonds are high in fat1 Although it is mostly healthy fat of the unsaturated $ariety, it could still make you pack on the pounds1

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&ish
Most types of fish are replete with all:important % $itamins, particularly the renowned stress fighters %I and %1'1 5n fact, %1' is one of the most important $itamins in$ol$ed in the synthesis of the NhappyO brain chemical serotonin8 a $itamin %1' deficiency can e$en lead to depression1 +or lunch, try a tuna salad or sandwich (with light mayo)1 A good dinner option is grilled salmon or mackerel with a side of leafy greens and whole:grain rice8 see below for more on the stress:fighting benefits of these foods1

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Broccoli
Det another food that is chock:full of stress:relie$ing % $itamins, broccoli has the added benefit of containing folic acid, which is also part of the % $itamin family1 +olic acid helps relie$e stress, an iety, panic, and e$en depression1

&ry broccoli as a simple accompaniment to fish or chicken, or toss it into a stir:fry along with a few other $egetables and some beef or shrimp1

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0hole7grain rice or pasta
5tBs a good thing carbohydrates are finally back in style now that e$eryone has reali9ed those low: carb diets were a bunch of hooey8 carbs boost serotonin le$els and thus ha$e a calming, soothing effect1 While all carbs will gi$e you this kick, stick to whole:grain bread, rice and pasta1 )imple carbs like white bread and pastries will only gi$e you a momentary boost followed by a crash, and they will make you pack on the pounds1 An the other hand, whole grains (comple carbs) are digested more slowly and will thus keep you feeling fuller L and concei$ably happier L for a longer period of time1 A small portion of brown rice or whole:wheat pasta as a side dish for dinner should gi$e you the boost you need1

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Sushi
Aside from the benefits of fish described on the first page, the seaweed in maki (rolls) also has an iety:fighting properties1 5t is packed with stress:relie$ing magnesium, as well as pantothenic acid and $itamin %' (ribofla$in)1 Pantothenic acid is crucial, as it contributes to the health of the adrenal glands, which play a $ital role in stress management1 5n times of stress, a deficiency in pantothenic acid can lead to feelings of an iety and increased $ulnerability to infection, illness and chronic fatigue1 )o be Mr1 +ancy Pants and take your girlfriend out to a swank sushi resto8 this might relie$e your stress in other ways, too1

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3uacamole Jo need to look any further if you ha$e a cra$ing for something creamy! A$ocados 6ust happen to be loaded with % $itamins, which your body needs to maintain healthy brain cells and ner$es1 )tress depletes your body of these $itamins Fuickly1 ;se whole:grain NbakedO chips to scoop it up1 Additionally, the crunching will keep you from gritting your teeth!

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+antaloupe

/antaloupe is an e cellent source of $itamin /, which is crucial in combating stress1 5n fact, prolonged periods of stress deplete le$els of $itamin / in the adrenal glands, so itBs important to consume foods that contain high le$els of it1

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Asparagus )talks of asparagus are tender and are a good source of the natural mood:lightener, folic acid1 A fat: free yogurt or sour cream makes a good dip for these spears and will also add a hint of calcium in each delicious bite1

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&ortified breakfast cereal
&hese days, many breakfast cereals are fortified with a slew of essential $itamins and minerals, so they can be a great one:stop source of stress:fighting % $itamins, folic acid, $itamin /, and fiber1

N 3BE2 Blueberries
&hese little blue miracle workers are 6am:packed with antio idants and $itamin /, which are potent stress busters1 As an added bonus, theyBre low in calories, so they wonBt make you blimp:like1 %lueberries are also a good source of fiber, which can help relie$e the cramps and constipation that can occur in times of stress1 Mi the little suckers with some cottage cheese or eat them on their own as a snack or dessert1

EA$ =( 2SE'& >EN

GonBt you feel calmer alreadyM Dour diet plays a crucial role in your o$erall well:being and specifically your le$el of stress1 5n addition to incorporating these stress:fighting foods into your diet, try to eliminate substances that may be contributing to your an iety1 &hese include= /offee, tea and other caffeinated be$erages8 switch to black tea, which has one:third the caffeine content of coffee +ried and fatty foods Animal foods8 although some can help relie$e stress, donBt go o$erboard, as high amounts of protein increase le$els of stress:causing dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain1 Share! )hare

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=ou 0ill Need: - tbsp of +hia seeds soaked in -@< cup of green tea1 -@< cup of soy milk and -@< of your fa#orite real Auice B in my case " like a blend with Acai berryC* 3iD and EnAoy !

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1 7ote +alories: :69 !rotein: << grams

=ou 0ill Need: &or the pancake: < free range eggs1 -@; cup of stone ground buckwheat flour1 -@; cup of either simply water or green tea and a tiny pinch of salt* 3ake sure to miD well1 use a electric miDing de#ice if needed* !re7heat a pan and cook on eat side for about < minutes with a lid on top* &or the Aam: -:. grams of 9 &ruit blend cut in smaller pieces1 - tbsp of chia seeds1 -@< cup of acai berry Auice or your fa#orite pure Auice* 3iD together and cook in a small pot on low co#ered for -. minutes1 stirring now and then* 0hen e#erything is really1 top off the pancake with the home made Aam and enAoy it* "t is a eDtremely healthy and filling recipe to start off your day really well!

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$he 3agic of +hia Seeds

- 10 '010

1 7ote

0hat are they: +hia seeds are har#ested from the Salvia hispanica plant1 a type of sage in the 3int family* $he seeds ha#e di#erse uses in the culinary field* +hia seeds were a staple of the ancient AEtec diet* +hia was a maAor food crop* "n fact1 these peoples considered chia a sacred food and medicine1 and tribal kings1 rulers1 and royalty greatly priEed its seed1 which was also used in religious ceremonies* $heir se: +hia seeds may be eaten raw or prepared in a number of dishes* 2aw1 they are an eDcellent source of dietary fiber and (mega7; fatty acids* +hia seeds may be ground into

pinole1 a meal that can be used for porridge or baked goods* $hey may also be soaked in fruit Auice or water to make a dish known as chia fresca in 3eDico*+hia seeds are #ery absorbent and de#elop a gelatinous teDture when soaked in water* $he benefits: F Super7EnergiEing !owerG&or /reater Endurance and H/o !owerI! Due to its uniJue blend of !rotein1 Essential &ats1 &iber1 +ompleD +arbohydrates1 and AntioDidants1 chia is unri#alled among seeds and grains for pro#iding energy to your body* F "mpro#es +ardio#ascular HealthGsuper high le#els of heart7healthy E&As BEssential &atty AcidsCGchiaKs oil contains the highest7known percentage of omega7; alpha7linolenic acid1 a whopping 8<LM8:L! F StabiliEes Blood SugarG2educes blood sugar swingsGand supports conditions of hypoglycemia and diabetes* F 2educes +ra#ings for Sweets and Nunk &oodsOhigh soluble fiber content releases natural1 unrefined carbohydrate energy slowly into the bloodstream* F "mpro#es 3ental &ocus and +oncentration* +hiaKs balanced essential fatty acids can signficantly boost your brain power and enhance your mood* F High7Puality !roteinO+hia contains <.L or more proteinGa higher percentage protein than found in other grains1 such as wheat1 corn1 rice1 or oats* Here are the &acts! F Builds 'ean 3uscle 3ass F Gluten-Free* Here are the &acts!

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&la#or7&ull Salad
- 10 '010

1 7ote +alories: ;;. !rotein: -; grams

=ou 0ill Need: < cups of baby spinach1 -@< cup of chopped almonds1 -@< cup of fresh cranberries1 -@< cup of black eye peas1 - tbsp of oli#e oil1 - tbsp of honey1 - tbsp of lemon Auice and - tbsp of balsamic #inegar along with a pinch of salt to the taste* 3ake the sauce first by miDing all the condiments and then pour o#er the salad* EnAoy1 you will fall in lo#e with this one!
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+hestnut ) Beet Salad

- 10 '010

1 7ote ' ser$ings /alories= '.2 Protein= (g

Dou Will Jeed= ' big beets, 1 big carrot, 1,' cup of crushed chestnuts, some fresh coriander, 1 tbsp of balsamic $inegar, 1 tbsp of oli$e oil, 1 tbsp of lemon 6uice and a pinch of salt1 Peel and grate roughly the fresh beets and the carrot1 /hop finely the coriander and mi all the following ingredients1 <n6oy!

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&all +olors: 2atatouille

'. 0C '010

1 7ote 4 )er$ings /alories= '.. Protein= 1' grams

Dou Will Jeed= ' cups of black beans, 11( cup of tomato sauce, 1 cup of baby spinach, ' medium red,orange or yellow bell peppers, 100 grams of pealed potatoes, 1 tbsp of oli$e oil, salt, pepper, fresh parsley and garlic to the taste1 Pre:heat the o$en at 4(0 degrees1 /ut the bell peppers R potatoes in sFuares1 Mi all the ingredients in an o$en:made dish and co$ered it to bake for 1 hour in the o$en1 )tir once again before ser$ing1 <n6oy

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Sweet (nions Side7Dish

'4 0C '010

1 7ote /alories= 140 Protein= ' grams

Dou Will Jeed= 1 large white onion, 1 tbsp of sweet smoked paprika powder, ' tsp of grape:seed oil, some basil and some salt1

Mi well all the ingredients together and make sure you di$ide $ery well the onion layers as it is important to make e$ery layers tasty1 %ake at 400 degrees in a co$ered dish for '0 minutes1 &his is a really en6oyable side dish for any hot meal1 <n6oy!
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EDotically &la#ored 2ice

'4 0C '010

1 7ote /alories= '-( Protein= I grams

Dou Will Jeed= -( grams of wild rice, 1 teaspoon of safflower oil, ( grams of fla seeds, 1,' tsp of cinnamon, ( grams of fresh ground ginger root and some salt to the taste1 Mi well all the ingredients together and put in rice cooker1 *eady in 1( minutes!!! 5t tastes so good and $ery e otic, so if you want to surprise someone with your cooking skills, this is a good choice! <n6oy!

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0here to /et !rotein on A !lant Based Diet QQQ +HA2$!

'4 0C '010

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Where to 3et Protein on A Plant %ased Giet MMM

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Healthiest Brownies!!
'4 0C '010

1 7ote 2 %rownies but the total is /alories= 4CI Protein= -0 grams

Dou Will Jeed= 1,' cup of &e turi9ed 7egetable Protein(&7P), ' egg yolks, ' tbsp of )alba seeds, ' tbsp of pure cacao powder, 4,- cup of chocolate almond milk1 %lend e$erything together and bake at 4(0 for '(:40 minutes in a sFuare pan1 Jo );3A*! +ull of Protein and 3ood /arbohydrates for sustained energy1 <n6oy!

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,inegars: all about them!

1I 0C '010

*ate &his

&he historic background of 7inegar dates from old <gypt, as it also has been referred to in the %ible and by the Prophet Muhammad1 7inegar is a well known condiment for salad seasoning, for marinades and has also $arious medical properties1 Among those medical facts is= reducing cholesterol, controlling blood glucose and diabetic management and increases satiety1 Most common $inegars= %alsamic 7inegar= 5t is the most e pensi$e because it is aged for a longer period of time1 &he longer itBs aged, the sweeter and thicker it gets, and the more e pensi$e too1 5t is primarily made from grape and it is ideal for dri99ling o$er cheese and greens as an appeti9er, or as a garnish or finishing touch to many recipes1 *ed and white wine $inegars= &hese are more for daily use1 &hey are good for salad dressings and marinades1 *ed wine $inegar is best used with heartier fla$ors and foods, like beef, pork, and $egetables1 White wine $inegar is best for chicken and fish dishes1 Apple cider $inegar= 5t is mild and ine pensi$e generally used for making salad dressings1 5tBs a good choice for marinating fish or chicken1 *ice $inegar= &his one is the mildest of all, with much less acidity than other $inegars1 5tBs often used in Asian or /hinese cooking1

Plain distilled $inegar= 5t is made from grain alcohol and has a $ery sharp, unpleasant taste1 ;se it in $ery small Fuantities1 5t is also used for cleaning purposes1 All $inegars should be stored tightly closed in a cool, dark place1 &hey will last for about a year after opening8 after that time, the fla$ors will diminish1 Purchase e pensi$e $inegars in $ery small Fuantities and be sure to use them within one year1
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!otato ) Beet 2ussian Style Salad

10 0C '010

1 7ote !otato ) Beet 2ussian Style Salad ; ser#ings +alories: <56 !rotein: 8 grams

=ou 0ill Need: ;9. grams of beets1 ;9. grams of thin skin white potato1 < tbsp of grape7seed oil1 < tbsp of apple cider #inegar1 < green onion1 a couple of parsley sticks1 salt and some garlic powder* Before you begin manipulating the beets1 use /'(,ES as your hands will turn to fuchsia for a least < days* +lean the beets by taking off top and bottom* Boil the potatoes and beets until you can poke with a fork easily through them* +ut in small sJuares all the ingredients and add the spices* Ser#e cold* EnAoy!

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-. 2easons to add BEE$S to your Diet!

10 0C '010

1 7ote

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&he fiber in beets, helps reduce blood cholesterol from 40:-0@1 &hey help normali9e blood pressure1 <ating or drinking beet 6uice can efficiently relie$e constipation1 &he iron that red beets contain is not $ery high but it is of the finest Fuality and it powerfully cleanses the blood from any to ins coming from the en$ironmental and dietary factors1 (1 /ombined with some carrot 6uice, beet 6uice can help in healing gout, kidney and gall bladder problem1 I1 <ating beets is recommended during pregnancy as they contain folic acid that can help lower the risk of spina bifida and other neural tube defects in newborn infants1 .1 *esearch has shown that eating beets can help inhibit the de$elopment of colon and stomach cancer1 21 %eets may impro$e li$er function by reducing fatty deposits in the li$er1 C1 %eets contain a good Fuantity of antio idants1 101 <ating beets help boost our immune system and encourage the production of antibodies that fight against the disease or infection inside our body1
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!apaya ) +ranberry Smoothie

C 0C '010

1 7ote !apaya ) +ranberry Smoothie < ser#ings +alories: -69 !rotein:9 grams

=ou 0ill Need: '00 grams of ripe papaya, .0 grams of cranberries, 1 cup of soy, '0 grams of sunflower seeds and ice cubes1 Blend the papaya1 cranberries and milk@soy together with the ice cubes* $op each ser#ing with -. grams of sunflower seeds* EnAoy!
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2ussian Borscht !
2 0C '010

1 7ote 2ussian Borscht : Ser#ings +alories:<89 !rotein: 8 grams

=ou 0ill Need: :9.grams of cleaned beets1 - cup of parsley1 ; eggs1 ; tbsp of oli#e oil1 < tbsp of lemon Auice and a pinch of salt* /rate the beets with the rougher side of the grater* !ut them in a casserole with - and a half cup of water* Add the finely chopped parsley1 oli#e oil1 lemon Auice and pinch of salt* +ook on medium heat for ;. minutes* Separately hard boil the ; eggs and when ready cut them in small sJuares* Add them to the borscht and preferably ser#e cold with a tbsp of sour cream Bthe 2ussian wayC* EnAoy! 2oughly chop the salad leafsR cut in sJuares the tomato 1 onion and green pepper* Add the beans* "n a separate small bowl: 3iD the oils with the wine and spices and then pour on the salad* EnAoy!

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3editerranean Salad
2 0C '010

1 7ote 3editerranean Salad < Ser#ings of +alories:<:. !rotein: 6 grams

=ou 0ill Need: -@< of a medium siEe green pepper1 - medium tomato1 : leafs of Boston lettuce and : leafs of iceberg lettuce1 - small white onion1 -@< cup of miDed beans1 - tbsp of red wine1 - tbsp of oli#e oil1 - tbsp of grape seed oil1 - pinch of sundried tomatoes1 - pinch of coriander and - pinch of salt* 2oughly chop the salad leafsR cut in sJuares the tomato 1 onion and green pepper* Add the beans* "n a separate small bowl: 3iD the oils with the wine and spices and then pour on the salad*

EnAoy!

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+ooking (ils !roperties

( 0C '010

(li#e (il )tir:frying, cooking, sauteing, ingredient for salads1 high content of monounsaturated fatty acids and its high content of !roperties: antio idati$e substances, omega I to omega 4, itamins <, S, and A protection against heart disease by controlling >G> (NbadO) cholesterol le$els while raising "G> (the NgoodO cholesterol) le$els, help to lower Health Benefits: blood pressure, helps with AlEheimers as this disease is associated with the clogging of arteries caused by cholesterol and saturated fat1 *eplacing other fats with oli$e oil will reduce the risk1 Name: !eanut (il se: A great oil to use at high frying temperatures, !roperties: "igh content of palmitic acid, oleic acid, and linoleic acid, Health Benefits: Arthritis, Acne, %lackheads Name: Sunflower (il ;sed as ingredients for snacks such as chips1 ;sed at home for fry, se: cook and in salads1 !roperties: +air amounts of $itamin < and high le$els of the essential fatty acids "elps the skin retain moisture, lowers cholesterol and pre$ents Health Benefits: heart disease1 Name: +orn (il ;sed to make margarine, frying, baking but only on medium se: temperatures as it tend to burn1 !roperties: >ow in both saturated and mono unsaturated fats /holesterol:lowering effects, good for skin, e cessi$e intake of corn Health Benefits: oil is not recommended due to some cancer research results being positi$e for colon and esophageal cancers1

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+anola (il ;sed for frying at temperatures less than -(0 degrees, ingredient for se: salad dressing1 >ow in saturated fats and high in mono unsaturated fats and the best !roperties: source of omega:4 fats of all popular oils Health Benefits: *educes the risk of coronary heart disease Name: Soybean (il 5t is healthiest when consumed uncooked, such as in salad dressings, se: not stable enough to withstand high cooking temperatures /ontains no cholesterol, linoliec and linolenic fatty acids, contain !roperties: phytosteols, 3reat source of $itamin <, high in Amega 4 "elps the body to absorb nutrients from food and help grow healthy Health Benefits: cells, natural painkiller and has anti:inflammatory agents

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3eat Ball Sauce ) whole wheat !asta B,egetable StyleC

4 0C '010

1 7ote 3eat Ball Sauce ) whole wheat !asta B,egetable StyleC +alories:<5. !rotein: -< grams

=ou 0ill Need: &or the Sauce: - cup of water1 - big tomato1 - onion1 garlic1 ; tbsp of lemon Auice1 ; tbsp of $abasco sauce1 salt and coriander* &or the #egetarian meat balls: ;9 grams of burgol1 <: grams of $eDturiEed #egetable protein B$,!C1 - tbsp of oli#e oil and salt* And :9 grams of whole wheat pasta*

&inely chop the tomato and onion and add them in a cup of boiling water in a medium siEe pot* Add the spices and cook on high unco#ered <. minutes1 then for another <. minutes on low and half co#ered* &or the meat balls #eggie style1 miD the burgol and $,! with - cup of water1 - tbsp of oli#e oil and some salt and cook in a rice steamer* (nce ready1 let it cool down in the refrigerator so that you can shape them without burning yourself* 0et your hands now and then when rolling the miDture because it tends to stick to your hands* +ook the pasta separately and when e#erything is ready1 first put the pasta on the plate1 then top it with some meat7balls and pour the sauce on top* =ummy!!
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!otato ) Almond Dish

' 0C '010

1 7ote !otato ) Almond Dish +alories: ;95 !rotein: -8 grams

=ou 0ill Need: - medium siEe potato B-<9 gramsC1 - cup of miDed froEen #egetable such as diced carrots@green peas@corn1 -@< cup of almond milk1 ;8 grams of diced almonds1 garlic Bpowder or freshC1 salt and pepper* !eal the potato and then slice it in #ery thin pieces* nfreeEe the cup of miDed #egetables* 3iD the almond milk with the spices and the almonds* $hem put all the ingredients together in a dish made for the o#en* +ook it unco#ered at ;.. degrees for :. minutes* Stir it e#ery -. minutes so that it cooks e#enly* EnAoy!

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Summer Dish: 0ater 3elon Salad

' 0C '010

1 7ote Summer Dish: 0ater 3elon Salad +alories: ;4. !rotein: -. grams

=ou 0ill Need: :9 grams of steamed cooled barley1 -<9 grams tomato or one medium tomato1 <.. grams of seedless watermelon1 - tbsp of oli#e oil1 -. grams of sunflower seeds and some salt and pepper* Steam the barley and once itKs cooked1 let it cool down in the fridge while you prepare e#erything* Dice in small sJuares the tomato and water melon* Add the spices and the sunflower seeds* (nce the barley is cooled add it to the salad* EnAoy!

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+hocolate ) +oconut Soft bakes!

41 02 '010

1 7ote +hocolate ) +oconut Soft bakes! 9 cookies +alories:--. !rotein: 9 grams

=ou 0ill Need: 1,' cup of coconut milk, 1,- cup of water,40 grams of 7ital wheat gluten, I0 grams of Fuick oats, ' tsp of fla seed oil, ' tbsp of cacao powder, ' tsp of organic raw sugar and a cooking pate

3iD the steamed ingredients together really well* Heat the o#en at <49 degrees and bake the cookies for ;9 minutes* EnAoy!
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Hemp Seeds: High !rotein Nourishing &ood!

41 02 '010

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Hemp Seeds: High !rotein Nourishing &ood! "n some areas of the world1 Hemp seeds are sold are naturally as pop7corn1 thus in North American1 rare are those who know about them* Here are three amaEing nutritional reasons to consume Hemp Seeds: -7 $hey are loaded with (mega ;1 omega 8 to sustain an ultimate health <7$hey are a #egetable form of +omplete !rotein

;7$hey had a #ery high content of minerals :7$hey contain AntioDidants Hemp Seeds come in form of: -7 A handful of seeds added to a Smoothie <7$hey are sold in form of 3ilk at any organic food store ;7(il is also make of Hemp Seeds And a wide #ariety of organic products such as bread and pasta are made with hemp seeds* HereKs a few good reasons to try something new

Non Smokable but Highly Nourishing

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Stuffed Bell !epper with &ish ) Basmati

'2 02 '010

*ate &his Stuffed Bell !epper with &ish ) Basmati !er !epper +alories:<4!rotein: -8 grams

=ou 0ill Need: < red bell peppers1 :9 grams of steamed basmati rice1 -<9 gram of cooked fish BeD: tuna1 soleC1 - chopped green onion1 - tsp of oli#e oil and salt and pepper as desired* 3iD the steamed rice and fish with the spices and green onion* !re7heat the o#en at ;<9 degrees* Stuff the red bell pepper and co#er them with their own top* +ook until you see the red bell pepper soften* ApproDimately ;9 minutes* EnAoy!

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AcaS Berry

'. 02 '010

1 7ote

$he acaS berry is a small fruit from the rain forest that typically looks like a small grape or blueberry that is found in large palm tree of the AmaEon* "t is in facts one of the most nutritious #egetable product of earth* $he acaS berry surpasses by ten time the anti7oDidant #alues of grapes* "t is rich in these compounds: (mega &ats Electrolytes AntioDidants !rotein Bamino acidsC ,itamin A1 B- and E 0hat has been pro#en to be good for: Boost energy le#el Eliminate toDins and waste in the body Help keep a good blood pressure Help maintain stable blood sugar le#els

&ights free7radial pre#ention cancers to de#elop Benefits for your bones and muscles !romotes better memory Enhances seDual functions !romotes weight7loss And much more! 0here to find itQ 0hat to do with itQ =ou can find it in e#ery health food store and also in many groceries* "t comes in form of dried berries1 Auice1 Auice blends1 supplements such as in form of powder and capsules =ou can add it to a #ariety of dishes and create wonderful shakes and smoothies* " will begin doing some recipes including this wonder of the earth* Stay !osted!!
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Sweet Stew
'I 02 '010

1 7ote Sweet Stew ; ser#ings of +alories: <:. !rotein: 6 grams

=ou 0ill Need: - cup of water1 < ripe tomatoes1 < small sweet potatoes1 -@< of green peas ) corn1 - medium carrot1 -<9 ml of 2omano beans1 < tbsp of oli#e oil1 some salt and pepper* &irst cook on medium@high co#ered the sweet potatoes and carrot B as they are the longest to cookC in the cup of water and add the oil and spices* As the potatoes and carrots begin to soften1 add the remaining ingredients and let it cook on low lightly co#ered for a good <. minutes* EnAoy!

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+oconut ) AcaS Smoothie

'I 02 '010

1 7ote +oconut ) AcaS Smoothie

+alories: <9.

!rotein: 8 grams

=ou 0ill Need: -@< cup of real coconut Auice1 < tbsp of grated coconut pulp1 - cup of ,5 AcaS berry Auice or any other AcaS Auice you like* Blend it and enAoy it!
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Appetite ,S Hunger
'I 02 '010

1 7ote Appetite ,s Hunger

0e often confuse the two of them as they seem to be drawn on a #ery close line* Appetite

Socially speaking1 we are encouraged to eat for social gatherings1 reunions or Aust for company* 0e eat to taste new things but we also eat out of boredom which is a lack of acti#ities to fill in a daily lifestyle* nconsciously we can eat enormous Juantities without noticing it because we are doing them while focusing of something else1 such as tele#ision1 studying or Aust about anything that reJuires our attention* Emotionally1 we are comforted by foods that taste good and make us all of a sudden feel less stressed1 depressed etc* 0hen we are happy we also eat1 to celebrate the happiness* "tKs always about treating oursel#es with food way more times than we treat oursel#es of things that we really need* "tKs simply a wrong mindset that has been brought to us through a #ery consumer oriented society* But this appetite cannot make us happier1 healthy or change our li#es around1 until we decide to analyEe our own eating beha#iors Hunger Bthe physical oneC "t occurs when the body is running out of fuel to function* "t happens when our metabolic clock sends physical signs that itKs time to eat: such as a sudden lack of energy1 grunting stomach1 abundant sali#a production and so on* "f you let it come to your attention1 we are rarely really hungry because we are on a constant feeding pattern* But your body needs rest time in between the feedings to properly absorb and process the pre#ious meal* "t needs nutritious food to get you going through the day feeling well and ha#ing a good mood no matter what happens* 0hen you are hungry1 physical hungryR then itKs time to eat* 0hen you are boredR make a creati#e lists of things to do1 acti#ities1 plans to better your life* /et the snacks off the tables and #isible areas not to ha#e as a habit to grab some as you walk by them* 2estaurants and dinning occasions should be an occasional acti#ity1 as you can try to substitute food by way more interesting acti#ities with your friends and family* Acti#ities that will make you mo#e1 socially interact and learn new things* =( A2E & '' 0HEN =( A2E N( '(N/E2 H N/2=G beyond that =( K2E (,E2EA$"N/*
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>ucchini !atties
'I 02 '010

1 7ote >ucchini !atties : patties +alories: ;.. !rotein: -6 grams

=ou 0ill Need: ;. grams of cut oatmeal flakes1 -@; cup of egg whites1 - medium siEe Eucchini1 - tbsp of oli#e oil and some garlic powder and salt as desired* !re7cook the oatmeal1 finely grate the Eucchini1 miD the both with egg whites1 oli#e oil and spices and cook in a pre7heated pan for ; minutes one siEe then the other and EnAoy! Anecdote about this recipe: 0hile doing the photo shoot for my Eucchini patties1 " play around with the camera and when " turned around my little !ersian cat had eaten half of a patty!! " had to make some new patties to finish the photo shoot ! "f a !ersian +at likes1 they must be good*

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2oasted Soy &lakes with =ellow >ucchini

'( 02 '010

1 7ote 2oasted Soy &lakes with =ellow >ucchini +alories: ;6. !rotein: -6 grams

=ou 0ill Need: 8. grams of soy flakes1 -@< cup of tomato sauce1 - medium yellow Eucchini1 - small onion1 tbsp of flaDseed oil1 -@< cup of water and preferred spices are some salt and lemon pepper*

"n a pot1 add -@< cup of water with the spices and the oil* Add the soy flakes and let them cook unco#ered for a good ;7: minutes on high so that they can absorb the water* 3eanwhile cut in the small sJuares the onion and in bigger sJuares the Eucchini* Add the tomato sauce and the onions first1 let them cook with the soy flakes for <7; minutes still unco#ered and then add the Eucchini for a <7; minutes on low and co#ered* EnAoy!
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/inger@Banana cookies!
1C 02 '010

*ate &his /inger@Banana cookies! < cookies Each +alories: -49 !rotein: 8 grams

=ou 0ill Need: - large banana1 -@< cup milk or substitute1 :9grams of barley flakes1 <7grams of grated ginger and < tsp of flaD seed oil* Soak the barley flakes in the milk until it is absorbed* Slice banana in small sJuares* 3iD all the ingredients and bake it at ;9. degrees for ;.7:. minutes until the cookies are solid and a bit crispy of the edges* EnAoy!

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>esty +ouscous !

1C 02 '010

*ate &his >esty +ouscous < Ser#ings +alories: <.9 !rotein: 6 grams

=ou 0ill Need: -' grams of couscous, 1 small yellow 9ucchini, 1 green onion, fresh parsley, I0 grams of mi ed beans, 40 grams of baby corn, ' tsp of oli$e oil, some salt and a lime1 "n a rice cooker1 steam the couscous with half a cup of water and the < tsp of oli#e oil1 on top steam the sliced Eucchini and green onion* 0hen ready1 let it cool down and add the parsley1 beans1 sJueeEed lime Auice and baby corn* Salt if needed* EnAoy!

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Banana !ancake < pancakes

1. 02 '010

1 7ote Banana !ancakes < pancakes +alories: 8. !rotein: 5 grams

=ou 0ill Need: - large banana1 -@< cup of egg whites* Blend them together1 pre7heat a pan and cook on low slightly co#ered1 flip after ;7: minutes and itKs ready to ser#e! EnAoy!

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Dark +hocolate
1. 02 '010

*ate &his Dark +hocolate

0ho says you ha#e to stop eating chocolate in order to stay healthyQ &irst what is considered to be dark chocolateQ $o the sadness of some1 perhaps many ones of you that thought " would grant you permission to eat all these brand named chocolate barsR Dark +hocolate does not come with 9.L milk products and the other 9.L refines sugar* Dark chocolate content is best describes as: cacao beans with some sugar1 an emulsifier such as soy lecithin to preser#e teDture1 and fla#orings such as #anilla* Dark chocolate is often put into ; categories determined by the percentage of cacaos solids* Sweet to Semi7Sweet: ranging from ;.L up to 6.L1

Dark: 69L1 ,ery Dark: 5.L to 44L HereKs ten good reasons to add some DA2% +H(+('A$E to your diet* -7 Eases +hronic &atigue Syndrome <7 "mpro#es blood circulation to the brain ;7!re#ents cell damage :72educes ricks of heart attacks 97Had been use to fight against tuberculosis 87"mpro#es the le#els of Blood Sugar 67Acts as a mood booster 57"mpro#es the metabolism of blood sugar reducing the risk of diabetes 47Eases coughs -.72educes the high blood pressure $ake the sinfulness out of eating chocolate and indulge yourself into a piece of rich Dark +hocolate*
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AntioDidants: 0hat are theyQ 0here are they foundQ 0hat purpose do they ser#eQ
1. 02 '010

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AntioDidants: 0hat are theyQ 0here are they foundQ 0hat purpose do they ser#eQ

AntioDidants are natural substances that pre#ent our cell from being affected by free radicals Bwhich are cells with an unpaired number of electrons and can become the cause of #arious diseases and cancersC* AntioDidants are like sca#engers towards those free7radials* AntioDidants considerably reduce the risk of ha#ing a stroke* $hey also boost our immune system1 lowering the risk of cancer and infectious illnesses* $hey also support brain functions*

Anti7oDidants are present in foods that contain these elements: ,itamin +: fruits1 #egetables and berries ,itamin A and +arotenoids: 2ed or orange colored fruits or #egetables ,itamin E: 0hole grains1 seed ) nuts1 beans1 green leafy #egetables and #egetable oils* Selenium: &ish1 eggs1 grains1 garlic and meat* Dark +hocolateG +ontains antioDidants!
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Easy /reen Shake

1. 02 '010

*ate &his Easy /reen Shake +alories: -<. !rotein: : grams

=ou 0ill Need: - banana1 < cups of fresh baby spinach and - cup of cold water* Blend it and enAoy!
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&ettuccini 3eat7free sauce

1. 02 '010

1 7ote &ettuccini 3eat7free sauce +alories: 9<. !rotein: << grams

=ou 0ill Need: 98 grams brown rice &ettuccine pasta1 69 grams of organic $ofu1 - green onion1 < tsp of flaDseed oil and - cup of #egetable pasta sauce* 3eanwhile the pasta cooks1 grate the tofu* 3iD the sauce1 green onion and tofu together and cook on low in a co#ered casserole for 9 minutes* (nce e#erything is ready1 add the flaDseed oil to the pasta and top it off with the meat7free sauce* Bon appTtit!

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Soy: +ontro#ersy and Scientific &indings

1( 02 '010

1 7ote Soy: +ontro#ersy and Scientific &indings

$hereKs has been rumors of all kinds about Soy* Some only preach by it1 some ha#e nothing but negati#e to bring upon this product* But letKs get to the bottom of things and analyEe it* Soy is in facts a #ery healthy product that brings a good Juality #egetable protein* 0hen properly fermented o#er an eDtended period of time1 the resulting product is #ery good for us* But with the #arious processing techniJues that the food industry applies on soy1 the process of fermentation and the processing of the beans by binding them with chemical components turning them into food like Soy Burgers or Soy Drinks brings it to a whole new le#el* Soy de#elops a le#el of toDicity and we are then in presence of "sofla#ones which act like pro7 estrogen but deri#ed from plant* "t does ha#e an effect on the body but only on an eDtended period of time and this mainly in indi#iduals that already ha#e a hormonal sensiti#ity* Also when the right way of making soy into traditional products is not applied1 the toDicity in Soy can pre#ent of the gastro7intestinal track to absorb necessary nutrients and minerals leading primarily to a deficiency of +alcium and ,itamin D* "t takes from 8 month to three ; years to ferment Soy* Hold on1 good news is on the way! Adding only - oE of ground flaD7seed can counterpart the estrogenic effects of unfermented Soy !roducts* Not only &laD seed come to the rescue in this case but it also contains healthy (mega ;* "t is best to choose flaD7seeds from a cold climate like +anada

Now that we ha#e co#ered this subAect 1 " wanted to add this link that made me laugh* Sometimes ignorance can lead to things like thisG* http:@@www*wnd*com@news@article*aspQ A2$"+'EU"DV9;;<6
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+ake: Almond7+arrot
1- 02 '010

1 7ote +ake: Almond7+arrot : ser#ings +alories: <<< !rotein: -- grams

=ou 0ill Need: - -@< cup of Juick oats1 -@< cup of egg whites1 ;. grams of sliced almonds1 ; medium siEe carrots1 -@: cup of orange Auice1 -@< cup of milk or substitute*

0ith a calorie7free spray1 spray a sJuare o#en dish and preheat the o#en at ;.. degrees* &inely grate the carrots and miD the other ingredients1 then add in the dish* 'et it bake for :9 minutes until cake becomes solid* S hare it with friends!
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DadKs +hickpea Soup

1- 02 '010

*ate &his DadKs +hickpea Soup ; ser#ings +alories: -85 !rotein: 8 grams

=ou 0ill Need: ; cups of water1 - cup of chickpeas1 ; medium siEe carrots1 -@< cup of lemon Auice1 ; green onions1 < tbsp of oli#e oil1 - tsp of curry powder1 - tsp f garlic powder and salt* &irst add the ; finely cut carrots into ; cups of boiling water for 9 minutes* $hen add the chickpeas1 lemon Auice1 oli#e oil and spices* 'et it cook for 9 more minutes and when itKs ready add the green onions* EnAoy!

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Sweet !otato ) !arsley 3ash

1- 02 '010

1 7ote Sweet !otato ) !arsley 3ash +alories: -65 !rotein: 8 grams

=ou 0ill Need: - medium siEe sweet potato1 -@: cup of soy or milk1 -@< cup of parsley and some ginger Bfresh or powderC* Bake the sweet potato for 9. minutes in the o#en or boil it until it is soft* $hen mash it adding the other ingredients and EnAoy!

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!otatoes
1- 02 '010

4 7otes DimitriKs Style !otatoes < ser#ings +alories: -9. !rotein: 9 grams

=ou 0ill Need: 9 baby potatoes1 < green onions1 -@: cup of lemon Auice1 - tbsp of oli#e oil1 salt is optional* Boil the potatoes and when you can easily pass fork points through them take them out of the water1 let them cool down a little while and slice them into medium siEe pieces* +hop the onion and miD them with the oli#e oil and lemon Auice* 3eanwhile pre7heat a stick7free pan and cook the potatoes on one side for ; minutes at medium heat until they are golden* $hen turn them around for another ; minutes and within the last minute add in the other ingredients to make sure not to o#ercook the green onions* ,oila!

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Baked !aprika !lantain

1- 02 '010

1 7ote Baked !aprika !lantain +alories: ;.. !rotein: : grams

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- medium siEe plantain1 - tbsp of oli#e oil1 - pinch of paprika and tin foil* +ut the plantain in the middle and add inside the tbsp of oli#e oil and the paprika* 0rap it in tin foil and bake it at ;9. degrees for ;. minutes* Add a side salad and itKs mouth watering !
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Benefits of /reen $ea

14 02 '010

' 7otes Benefits of /reen $ea

"tKs been part of the +hinese culture for centuries and has been known for its numerous health benefits* /reen tea is not only refreshing but has medicinal proprieties* (bser#ations ha#e shown that /reen $ea can reduce the risk of cardio7#ascular diseases1 it can impro#e bone density1 it regulates blood pressure but one of its special benefits is it can increase fat oDidation during moderate intensity eDercise and regulate insulin sensiti#ity and glucose tolerance promoting weight loss* Now that is good news! Besides this1 /reen $ea is also a great antioDidant and it is loaded with #itamins and minerals* (n a side note1 /reen $ea is also great for your oral hygiene pre#enting dental decay* Easy way to incorporate /reen $ea into your diet* Drink it in the morning1 after lunch1 in the e#ening1 cold or hot1 green tea can be included to #irtually any menu or occasion* Now what " can suggest you do to make sure you get some /reen $ea in your diet1 is to add two bags of /reen $ea into your pitcher of water that you keep in your refrigerator* E#ery time youKre thirsty1 drink a glass of natural ice tea!
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/ood &at ,s Bad &at

14 02 '010

1 7ote /ood &at ,s Bad &at

&irst we need to know which are which and how to differentiate them and recogniEe them* 0hile reading labels of the food you consume1 you may stumble upon a few of these words referred to as the &ats: 3onounsaturated1 !olyunsaturated1 Saturated and $rans &ats* Now the &irst two are from #egetable source and referred to as /ood &ats* 3onounsaturated fats are commonly found in the big family of nuts but also in a#ocados and oils like oli#e and canola* !olyunsaturated fats can be found in fish such as salmon1 mackerel and oils like corn1 sunflower and soy* $hey are referred to as (mega ; fatty acids* So these two groups of &ats ha#e the beneficial effects of lowering bad 'D' cholesterol1 help with weight loss1 uncloak arteries and most of all pre#ent us from an early death* $urning now to the dark side: $he Bad &ats* 3emoriEe these words for this category: Saturated Bfounds in animal products and some plant foods like coconut1 palm and kernel oilsC and $rans &ats Bpackaged1 fried and other of the alike foodsC* (n labels in the ingredients section1 they can be subtly referred to as hydrogenated and shortening* Beware these words as these types of fats do all the opposite of the /ood &ats* $hey cloak the arteries leading to higher risk of heart attacks1 strokes1 they significantly increase your weight and they cause cancers and other significant diseases*

"tKs #ery understandable that fat makes food taste better1 but now that you know the information below1 make sure to choose the right types of fats to add into your daily diet and a#oid putting your health at risk for a simple matter of taste buds*
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Almond73ushroom 0ild 2ice

14 02 '010

1 7ote Almond73ushroom 0ild 2ice +alories: :<8 !rotein: -; grams

=ou 0ill Need: :9 grams of wild rice1 -@< cup of sliced mushrooms1 - small onion chopped to small pieces1 ;. grams of sliced almonds and -@: cup of your fa#orite tomato sauce* Salt ) pepper are optional*

$o make things easier1 steam the rice and on the top compartment steam the onion and mushrooms* (nce itKs ready add in the sauce and the almonds* EnAoy!
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0hy do we get sickQ "mmune System Analysis

1' 02 '010

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0e ha#e come accustom to think that ha#ing a cold e#ery once in a while is a normal thing* E#eryone gets a cold1 rightQ Since we were kids1 we were eDposed to thousands of different branches of bacteria and #iruses to which we should of created antibodies to pre#ent us from getting sick* So why do we still get sickG e#ery once in a whileQ HereKs how it all works* (ur immune system is eJuipped of a special protein attached to each of our white blood cells called antigens* $hese antigens are like identity cards that allow our immune system to recogniEe the in#ader organisms* 0hen this happens protein antibody binds to the in#ader organism to destroys it* But sometimes itKs not strong enough to fight it off like it shouldG HereKs why* $he weakening of oneKs immune system can be caused by se#eral factors* Stress1 depression but the most se#ere is a long term mal7nourishment* 0hat " mean here by malnourishment is the intake of useless calories and a diet deficient in important nutrients to support a healthy

immune system* +onducted by a scientific study1 it had been shown than the mere consumption of ;*9 oE of simply sugar Bglucose1 sucroseC a day had a deleterious effect on the white blood cell corpuscles* $he fast food products we consume1 along with the processed froEen meals1 pre7packaged meals and all of the alike1 are impairing our immune system to fight off and eliminate bacteria* So what does this tell us* "f we get sick e#ery once in a while1 itKs not a normal thing1 itKs because of our deficient nutrition and lack of #itamins1 minerals1 anti7oDidants and other significant nutrients* Antibiotics wonKt sol#e our problems because they kill all the bacteria in our body1 the good necessary ones and the bad* Eat well fresh di#erse food and you wonKt get sickG
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Homemade Nam Sandwich

11 02 '010

1 7ote Homemade Nam Sandwich < ser#ings +alories: <.. !rotein: -4grams

=ou 0ill Need: < piece of whole grain toast1 - cup of egg whites1 - -@< cup of blueberries or other berry1 - tbsp of honey* !repare the egg whites separately in a pan on medium heat* $ake a small pot and put the blueberries in it along with the tbsp of honey1 co#er it for a few minutes and stir until they melt with the honey and become a Aam7like teDture* $o a#oid getting the bread soft1 top of the toast with the egg whites first1 then add the Aam on top of the egg whites* EnAoy!
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A#ocado Benefits
10 02 '010

1 7ote A#ocado Benefits

A#ocado is the most powerful of all fruits! "t has #itamin %1 potassium1 dietary fiber1 folic acid1 #itamin + and B81 and copper* 11 "t protects cholesterol related heart diseases* "t reduces the risk of cardio#ascular diseases* '1 "t is used both in pre#ention and treatment of prostate and breast cancers* Scientists ha#e pro#ed that a toDin in a#ocado kills the cancer cells* So7called toDin has a great effect on the tissues1 particularly heart muscle tissues* 41 A#ocado includes necessary minerals like potassium1 calcium1 #itamin + and %1 folic acid1 copper1 sodium and dietary fibers* $hese are used to pro#ide the mineral necessity of the body* !eople who li#e in hot climates ha#e great mineral and water loss* So1 a#ocado is suggested strongly by the medicals* -1 (leic acid in a#ocado can be used to lower cholesterol le#el in the blood* (1 !otassium in a#ocado regulates pressure of blood* I1 Sodium reduces the risk of high blood pressure and stoke* .1 "t impro#es the ability of the body to absorb carotenoids* 21 A#ocado is used to help people who ha#e seDual problems* C1 "t is a good antioDidant* 101 "t can be used in the treatment of skin disorders* 111 "t is used to heal people who suffer from digesti#e and circulatory problems*

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