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Gaining Good Health By Healthy Eating Habits

Obesity is a serious health threat that is faced by all countries. Modern busy life makes people follow unhealthy eating habits, thereby resulting in a major section of people being overweight. There are a variety of diet plans that people follow to try to beat the excess fat and burn the pounds. On a daily basis, new fat burners hit the market and the number of people who are drawn to each option that comes along, is large.


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While many of the weight loss options that hit the market do help people lose weight, the results are not permanent. If you wish to lose weight, you need to consider a long term solution, rather than just temporary ones that get rid of fat, only to replace it with extra fat later. A healthy diet is the best way in which to get fit and stay healthy. A healthy diet does not mean that you need to starve yourself silly or torture yourself by abstaining from foods that you love. All that it implies is that you need to make a few changes in your diet and eating habits that will help your body look and feel good.

• Include foods in your diet that are high in nutrients. There is no single food that supplies all the nutrients that the body requires. Therefore, study the Food Guide Pyramid and the Nutrition Fact panel that comes on foods. You will be able to ensure that you are getting your daily share of proteins, carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins and minerals.
• Include vegetables, fruits and whole grains in your diet. These will boost your metabolism, and are also low in calories. These foods can taste amazing, if cooked well. So hunt for a good cookbook and prepare some lip-smacking dishes.
• Keep a tab on your weight. This, again, does not mean that you need to be obsessed with each pound that is gained or lost. Exercise regularly, and if you find that there is unexplained weight loss or gain, it is wise to consult a medical professional.
• Eat regular meals which are of moderate portions. Do not gorge on food all at one point of time and starve yourself at other times. Eat 4 to 6 medium sized meals each day. This will keep your body stable through the day. Also, reduce the size of the plates you have around the house. You will not be tempted to eat more, in this case.
• Drink a lot of water. Water flushes out toxins and other unnecessary things from your body and keeps you healthy and hydrated. Never compromise on drinking 6 to 8 glasses of water each day.
• Make changes to your diet gradually. Any changes that you make overnight will not last as your body is sure to rebel against the changes. Give your body time to get into the routine of your new diet and introduce changes one by one. This is the best way in which to gain good health with your new, healthy eating habits.
• Keep in mind that there are no "good" or "bad" foods. All foods have their role and purpose. It is up to you to balance your eating habits and consume them in moderation.

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Healthy, Filling, Low Calorie Foods

Food seems to be the boon of some and the bane of others. Many find it hard to distinguish between foods that are beneficial and foods that would just ruin their health as well as their figure. If you are looking out for foods that are low in calories, but which are still healthy and which will help you feel full, feel free to peruse the list below.


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Green Vegetables

Green vegetables contain minerals, vitamins, fibre, water, and are rich in antioxidants. This puts them on the top of the list of foods that are beneficial for those who want to cut out the extra calories and remain healthy. Vegetables help in the process of digestion and will help you feel full. Some vegetables that are extremely beneficial are asparagus, butternut squash, winter squash, cauliflower, beans, spinach and carrots.



Fruits

Fruits have high water content and these are therefore ideal choices for those who would like to opt for low calorie, filling food. They keep the body satisfied for a longer time and are rich in vitamins and fibre. Some of the recommended low calorie foods are lemon, sweet lime, grapefruit, guava, papaya, tomatoes, pears, watermelon, cranberries, citrus fruits, blueberries and strawberries. The health benefits from these are numerous as they are nature's own health supplements in terms of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

Whole Grains

Whole grains are broken down slowly during digestion and are also rich in fibre and carbohydrates. Blood sugar levels are brought under control and sugar craving is combated. Some whole grains that are beneficial are rye, barley, maize, pearl millet, brown rice, wheat pasta, sorghum and oatmeal.

Legumes and Pulses

Include high protein food in your list of low calorie foods. Great sources of proteins are pulses and legumes, which not only helps you cut down on calories, but also helps you feel full. Good choices of these are pinto beans, black beans, sprouts, peas and kidney beans.

Popcorn

Popcorn is low in calories, but rich in fibre. You will be amazed at how filling it can be. However, eating buttered popcorn will not have the same results as eating plain popcorn.

Almonds and Walnuts

Almonds and walnuts are great for the health and will keep you bubbling with energy for much longer than other foods. They provide you with the needed fat, protein, minerals and micronutrients that are need to help you burn calories and stay fit.

Low-Fat Dairy Products

Consuming foods rich in calcium will help prevent the release of calcitrol in the body, which is a hormone that stimulates the storage of fat. Go in for dairy products, but choose the products that are low in fat, such as low fat cheese and skimmed milk. Apart from adding to your reserves of calcium, it will also help you burn fat.

Fatty Fish

The omega-3 fatty acids that are present in fatty fish actually helps boost the metabolism rate and reduce cholesterol. Since fish is also a rich source of protein, it can be beneficial further in breaking down fat cells.

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Our products are not destined to treat or cure any disorders. The contents of our website are intended for informative purposes only. All the above mentioned details are knowledgeable information. These are simple advices and personal opinion and are not medical advices or care methods. The reader is requested to consult a professional to relate to his condition before the usage.

Four Easy-to-Follow Mediterranean Healthy Recipes

Mediterranean food is the benchmark for a healthy diet. The Mediterranean diet secret is flavor, and a lot of it. Using the freshest food and the best spices, this is the food everyone loves. Create your own Mediterranean restaurant at home.


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Basic pasta- make your own

• 1 egg
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• 1 cup durum wheat flour (the traditional wheat)
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon olive oil 

Preparation

1. Combine the flour and salt
2. Beat the egg a little, but not excessively
3. Add to the flour
4. Add water
5. Mix to make a stiff, consistent dough
6. Knead the dough for about 4 minutes
7. Put mix into pasta machine or cut into strips with a kitchen knife.

This is basic all-purpose pasta, and you can use it for any pasta dish.

Basic pizza recipe

Italy’s most loved food is easy to make, and it’s easy.

Pizza dough

• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2.5 cups plain flour
• ½ teaspoon salt

Pizza topping

• 1 can (200-250g) tomato sauce
• Ground sliced beef or Italian sausage (salami is simplest)
• Sliced champignons
• Green capsicum sliced into rings
• Sliced or chopped onions to taste
• Teaspoon of crushed garlic
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup grated Parmesan

Preparation

1. Add yeast to water, stir until fully dissolved and consistent
2. Add sugar, flour olive oil and water
3. Mix ingredients thoroughly
4. Put mixing bowl in warm water and allow to rise. (5-10 minutes)
5. Roll or pat dough on pizza pan

Adding topping

1. Add tomato sauce first, providing full cover for the dough
2. Add cheese, creating a bed for the other toppings
3. Add onion, garlic and capsicum evenly
4. Add meats

Then just serve and enjoy.


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Pasta salad

This is a great, simple, quick meal for people who want to eat well.

• 2 cups cooked pasta
• 1 cup Mediterranean parsley
• 1 tomato
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• 100g of good cheese to taste
• ¼ onion
• 1-2 teaspoons olive oil
• Small amount of basil

Preparation

1. Chop parsley fine
2. Dice tomato
3. Add to pasta in bowl
4. Add olive oil, cheese, salt, onion and basil
5. Mix thoroughly.

Serve with drink of your choice.

Mediterranean rice

Another very easy, delicious dish, and quick to prepare:

• 150g chopped fresh onions
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup thin sliced celery
• 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 cup diced or chopped green capsicum
• 400 g tomatoes
• 1-2 tablespoons of tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 3-4 cups white rice

Preparation

1. Mix garlic, oil and onion in medium heated pan until malleable and well mixed
2. Add celery, capsicum and herbs
3. Heat mixture for about 4-5 minutes
4. Add tomatoes and paste, mixing together and crushing
5. Add salt and pepper, stir in well
6. Add rice and mix until dish is well reddened and rice is hot

Serve with a fresh cold drink.

Liver Cleanse - How to Have a Healthy Liver Function the Simple Way

The liver is the key organ for detoxification. If toxins are allowed to build up in the body, we might suffer from fatigue, bad breath, weight gain, cellulite, headaches, leaky gut, acne and a general lack of energy and wellness. Read on for simple but super effective ways to improve your liver function and take a giant leap towards great health and wellbeing.


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The following health tips will help optimize your liver function which in turn will clear your body of toxins.


AVOID PROCESSED FOOD AND ARTIFICIAL ADDITIVES
Sweeteners, preservatives, artificial food coloring and flavoring provide zero nutritional value and worse still, they may be toxic to our body. The Food Standards Authority in the UK linked the consumption of artificial food coloring to behavioral problems in children including temper tantrums, hyperactivity, allergies and short concentration spans. Eat natural food that you have prepared yourself without any additives for a healthier liver.

SKIP THE ALCOHOL
Alcohol can cause stress on the liver and may encourage toxicity. Drinking excessive amounts of alcohol, even though you may feel perfectly in control of your drinking and do not feel any side effects, can cause three different types of liver disease: cirrhosis, fatty liver and alcoholic hepatitis.

HAVE A DIET RICH IN FRESH FRUIT AND VEGETABLES
Fruit and vegetables contain a wealth of nutrients and vitamins such as vitamin C and beta-carotene that can support the liver function

DRINK PLENTY OF WATER
Water dilutes toxins and can flush them out of your body more quickly.

EAT LOTS OF FIBER
Fiber in your diet helps to avoid constipation. If you are constipation, there is more chance of toxins staying in your body and being absorbed through the wall of your large bowel.

CUT DOWN ON FATTY MEATS
Your liver has to work extremely hard to break down fatty meats such as beef, duck and lamb and similarly hydrogenated vegetable oils which may be found in margarine and many processed pastries, cakes, breads and other fast foods.

GO ON A LIVER FLUSH
A liver flush is basically a natural and home-based way to give your liver a thorough cleanse. There are many different recipes and methods for a liver cleanse diet. Check with your doctor first before embarking on a flush as if you have pre-existing conditions such as gallstones, a liver flush may exacerbate the problem. The basic recipe is almost always a mix of apple juice, epsom salts, olive oil and either grapefruit or lemons. I went on a liver cleanse at a health spa in Thailand where they added a fair whack of cayenne pepper to the mix. A typical liver flush might last 4-5 days and involves drinking this mixture up to 4 times a day while eating a light diet of raw fruit and vegetables. It is best to take time off work when doing this, as diarrhea is a virtual certainty.

Treat your liver well and you are treating your entire body well. A healthy liver will process the toxins so they will leave your body without causing harm.

Gemma Swansburg wishes you good health. Gemma is a writer/researcher. Check out her latest article, all about Luminess Tan, the latest airbrush tanning system. For free information and best offers on the Luminess Tan Airbrush system, visit her website at airbrushmakeupfoundation.com