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04-03-2014, 10:35 PM
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Hippocrates has once wisely said, “If we could give every individual the right amount of nourishment and exercise, not too little and not too much, we could have the safest way to health.”
Eating healthy foods not only increases your health and fitness quotient, but improves your overall quality of life. In this post we will discuss four foods that would boost your fitness levels. So sit tight and let’s get started:
Avocados
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Sometimes called the “alligator pear,” these fruits are packed with nutrients, carotenoids and unusual but health promoting fats. Dietary fat is important for the production of testosterone and estrogen, which assists in muscle development and stronger bones.
Did you know? Over half of the total fat present in avocados is also present in the form of oleic acid, similar to those, found in olives and olive oil. Avocados help in building muscles, have wide ranging anti-inflammatory benefits, support cardiovascular health and promote blood sugar regulation.
Coconut oil
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I often use coconut oil in my cooking. It gives a pleasant aroma when you season it with mustard seeds. Coconuts contain special fats called medium chain triglycerides. These fats are transported directly from the intestinal tract to the liver, where they are burned off as fuel and only a small quantity of the fat is deposited in fatty tissues.
Coconut oil contains lauric acid, which has unique health promoting properties. Dr. Mercola states that coconut oil promotes heart health, weight loss, supports immune function and helps in proper functioning of the thyroid gland. It also gives you beautiful skin and hair.
Lean meat
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They are considered to be a top fat burning foods because they have a higher thermogenic effect. Lean red meats are good sources of iron, zinc and vitamin B12. Lean meats are entirely made up of proteins and so can be said as low calorie foods. Required protein intake is essential for maintaining muscle mass and lean meats greatly helps you in this regard. They help you maintain a particular weight and also help you in your weight loss goals. Now that’s remarkable, is it not?
Green tea
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I usually have a cup of green tea in the evenings. And you know what, I feel energetic and calm. It’s no wonder, considering green tea contains theanine which increases motivation and mental activity. The other wonder nutrients are flavonoids, which increase immunity and polyphenols whose antioxidant activity fights free radical damage after a heavy fitness workout.
Green tea also helps you to burn more calories from fat and thus helps in weight loss. It keeps your cells healthy, boosts brain and heart health and keeps your blood sugar in check. Wow! That’s a lot of great promises from a simple cup of tea!
Time for some closing thoughts…..
All the above mentioned foods help you to raise your fitness levels. But health experts say that eating a wholesome diet along with proper exercise can work miracles for your fitness goals. Hopefully you will agree with me and try some of these fitness boosting foods.
Hippocrates has once wisely said, “If we could give every individual the right amount of nourishment and exercise, not too little and not too much, we could have the safest way to health.”
Eating healthy foods not only increases your health and fitness quotient, but improves your overall quality of life. In this post we will discuss four foods that would boost your fitness levels. So sit tight and let’s get started:
Avocados
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Sometimes called the “alligator pear,” these fruits are packed with nutrients, carotenoids and unusual but health promoting fats. Dietary fat is important for the production of testosterone and estrogen, which assists in muscle development and stronger bones.
Did you know? Over half of the total fat present in avocados is also present in the form of oleic acid, similar to those, found in olives and olive oil. Avocados help in building muscles, have wide ranging anti-inflammatory benefits, support cardiovascular health and promote blood sugar regulation.
Coconut oil
http://parade.condenast.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/boostingfoods2.jpg
I often use coconut oil in my cooking. It gives a pleasant aroma when you season it with mustard seeds. Coconuts contain special fats called medium chain triglycerides. These fats are transported directly from the intestinal tract to the liver, where they are burned off as fuel and only a small quantity of the fat is deposited in fatty tissues.
Coconut oil contains lauric acid, which has unique health promoting properties. Dr. Mercola states that coconut oil promotes heart health, weight loss, supports immune function and helps in proper functioning of the thyroid gland. It also gives you beautiful skin and hair.
Lean meat
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They are considered to be a top fat burning foods because they have a higher thermogenic effect. Lean red meats are good sources of iron, zinc and vitamin B12. Lean meats are entirely made up of proteins and so can be said as low calorie foods. Required protein intake is essential for maintaining muscle mass and lean meats greatly helps you in this regard. They help you maintain a particular weight and also help you in your weight loss goals. Now that’s remarkable, is it not?
Green tea
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I usually have a cup of green tea in the evenings. And you know what, I feel energetic and calm. It’s no wonder, considering green tea contains theanine which increases motivation and mental activity. The other wonder nutrients are flavonoids, which increase immunity and polyphenols whose antioxidant activity fights free radical damage after a heavy fitness workout.
Green tea also helps you to burn more calories from fat and thus helps in weight loss. It keeps your cells healthy, boosts brain and heart health and keeps your blood sugar in check. Wow! That’s a lot of great promises from a simple cup of tea!
Time for some closing thoughts…..
All the above mentioned foods help you to raise your fitness levels. But health experts say that eating a wholesome diet along with proper exercise can work miracles for your fitness goals. Hopefully you will agree with me and try some of these fitness boosting foods.