Health AlphabetArticle submission, Tuesday 16th October 2007
This new alphabet of health is more for parents than for children because only if they follow it, they will be able to pass it on; and by doing this not only will they secure their health but the health of their generations to come. Antioxidants Protects our body against free radicals produced by stress, sunlight, radiation. Vitamin C, E, Beta-carotene and Selenium are all antioxidants. Guava, wheatgerm, strawberries, eggs and carrots. B group Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6, B12 all are essential for healthy nervous system, body maintenance, food digestion and metabolism. Sunflower seeds, Weetabix, meats and yeast extract. Calcium C Major constituent of bone and teeth, is the mineral needed in greatest quantity. Important to prevent osteoporosis in women, and helps smooth functioning of muscles. Poppy seeds, cheese and milk. Vitamin D Important for absorption of calcium and phosphorus, can be manufactured by the action of sunlight on skin. Vitamin E protects cell membrane from oxidation, stops building plaques in arteries, protects against ageing and increases immunity. Sunflower oil, sun-dried tomatoes and safflower oil. Fats Calorie dense food for one gram gives 9 calories. The healthy proportion in food should be: 30% saturated fats The phytochemical with anti-cancer properties found in cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower and kale.
50-55% carbohydrates (complex) Healthy functioning of Thyroid gland. Stay away from all mass produced food it as much as you can.
Important trace element. Protects the heart, strengthens hair, nourishes skin and reduces arthritic pain. Lentils, whole meal bread, cashew nuts and walnuts. Trans fats Found in some processed and mass produced foods. Usually are unsaturated but hydrogenation alters them and makes them behave like saturates in body. Trans fats should be minimally consumed if not avoided altogether. Unsaturates Liquid at room temperature.Poly and mono both unsaturates lower the LDL blood cholesterol. They are rich source of Vitamin E.
Typically thought of as very healthy, certainly that can be true. Wheat Grass Antioxidant, immune boosting and a tonic it detoxifies the body. Chlorophyll cleanses the system.
Condition where Fatty yellow deposits accumulate in body, particularly in skin, eyes, and brain. To prevent this condition and treat it the reduction of fat and cholesterol is required. Garlic also helps. Yogurts Live yogurts are rich in pro-biotic `friendly bacteria'. They strengthen the immune system, also helps fight Candida infections. Zinc It is present throughout the body. Activates many enzymes and helps in metabolic processes. Immunity booster and great for the skin, fertility and wound healing. Poppy seeds, meats, cashew nuts, cocoa powder and pumpkin. |
