‘Antioxidants’

The 10 Foods That Can’t Be Missing in Your Diet

Tuesday, April 20th, 2010

Foods That Can't Be Missing in Your Diet

The nutritionist and author of “The 150 healthiest foods in the world” produced a short list of those who are easily obtained, but often do not include in our diet.

Eating a varied diet is essential for healthy living, and while this is a tiny portion of the long list of healthy foods from Jonny Bowden, their inclusion may contribute to a more healthy and balanced diet.

The list includes:

* Beets: Their pigments are antioxidants and protect against cancer, is an excellent source of folic acid and is very tasty salad. Its nutrients are better preserved if it is not consumed cooked, so a good alternative can be grated and raw intake.

  • Cabbage: It has sulfur compounds which assist in the fight against cancer. It can be eaten with sauce, in salads, sandwiches, sandwiches or other preparations.
  • Chard: Its high content of carotenoids protect eye health. It can be prepared fried, in salads, baked snacks, cakes or potatoes.
  • Cinnamon: Helps control blood sugar and blood cholesterol. It may be added in coffee sprinkled on desserts or puddings.
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Turmeric

Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

Turmeric

Turmeric is used both as a spice and as a colorant in food preparations. There is also a major constituent of curry (curry), a special mixture of spices used in Indian cooking. Yet few studies have evaluated the effects of consumption of turmeric. Moreover, most of them have used turmeric (or its active ingredients) in quantities exceeding what could be commonly used, then falling more than supplement the usual spice

Active and properties

Antioxidants

Antioxidants are compounds that protect body cells from damage caused by free radicals. These are highly reactive molecules that are involved in the development of cardiovascular disease, certain cancers and other diseases related vieillissement1. In one study, turmeric is the fifth largest in its content of antioxidants among over 1 000 food analysés2 (calculated from 100g diet). As usual a portion of turmeric is closer to 2 g (5 ml), it still contributes less than other foods to our daily intake of antioxidants. Turmeric contains flavonoids and compounds phenoliques, but curcumin is considered the main antioxidant compound.

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