HEALTHY FOOD · MARCH 2018
YUMMY FOODS
THAT ARE GOOD
FOR YOU FROM
THE INSIDE OUT
D
oes the idea of beauty food
make you cringe? Do you
think there’s no way any
food can be that fantastic?
What is it made of? We get
it. We thought the same thing, but it turns
our there are nutrient-dense foods that are
actually good for your outward appearance –
like a beauty product – and good for you on a
cellular level. Who knew?
Pumpkin seeds, for example,
have been shown to help
with antioxidant support.
They’re loaded with essential
minerals. They have unique
antimicrobial benefits.
They’ve also been shown to
Beauty foods in their most basic form
have cardiovascular benefits
are nutrient-dense foods that have anti-
and can help with benign
inflammatory properties that help to keep
prostatic hyperplasia or
our bodies healthy from the inside out.
prostate gland enlargement.
Seriously! There are foods that act as a magic They’re loaded with mineral
elixir for the body.
zinc, which is crucial to
having healthy skin, strong
hair, and strong, healthy nails.
WE’VE FOUND A FEW RECIPES
THAT ARE PACKED WITH GOOD
FOR YOU YUMMINESS:
A powerhouse salad
like this one that’s filled
with a healthy balance
of macronutrients
(carbohydrates, healthy fats,
and protein) and vitamins
B and C plus a healthy dose
of minerals is just what the
doctor ordered. The ingredients are summer
blueberries, quinoa, spinach, pumpkin seeds,
dark, leafy greens and fresh avocado. This
salad does everything. It leaves your skin
glowing and smooth. It strengthens your hair
and nails. It gives you clear eyes. Now you
might be wondering what makes it pack such
a powerful punch. That comes from each
ingredient doing the work.
Spinach or dark leafy
greens are a great source of
minerals and antioxidants.
It’s commonly known, thanks
to Popeye, that spinach is
great for bone and muscle health. It contains
phytonutrients that are known to decrease
inflammation in the body. It also keeps
the skin healthy by fighting free radicals.
In addition, it’s a great source of fiber that
promotes a healthy digestive system and
helps to control your appetite by keeping you
full longer.
Lemon contains a healthy dose
of vitamin C. This vitamin travels
through the body to neutralize
free radicals. They also protect
against other inflammatory diseases such as
the debilitating rheumatoid arthritis.
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Avocados are high in healthy fats
and fiber. They contain essential
nutrients like folic acid, magnesium,
potassium, copper, and manganese.
Blueberries are wonderful for cardiovascular
health. They promote good eye health
and cognitive benefits and support overall
antioxidant support.
Quinoa contains fiber, magnesium, zinc,
copper, and protein.
Hemp seeds are a great source of healthy
fat and protein. They can be thrown into
any salad, shake, pasta dish, or just about
anything. They’re perfect for anyone who
wants to start a plant-based diet. They have
a nice, neutral flavor that makes them easy
to incorporate into any dish. A mere few
teaspoons contain a whopping eleven grams
of proteins.