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Sunday, March 6, 2011

Super foods for super women


Women are always special, and so is their health. They are the best known multi taskers going around taking responsibilities, spreading love are some of their part. And it’s a fact that they care little for themselves and keep more time worrying about others. It is very important for women to give some thought on the health side so that they can continue taking responsibilities without any aches forever.

And in this very special month and special day of women, the women’s day, we present you 10 super foods to be included in daily diet for women. Including them in your food list will make feel and look good. Next time you go shopping don’t forget to take this list and pack up your pantry with health

Sprouted green gram
They are ideal for giving you that extra glow that lasts longer. Green grams packed with tremendous energy digests easily. They aid in anti aging process as they are full of nutrients that gets easily absorbed. Sprouts are a capsule of vitamins including A, C, E which are quintessential for your skin and hair. Loaded with calcium they really benefit women. With high amount of vitamin b, phosphorous, zinc, potassium, magnesium they are a must have for everyday.

Green leaves
Green leafy vegetables are the miracle food because they are the power pack of good health. Loaded with antioxidants they increase your immunity power and slows down aging. That’s something good to hear! And that isn’t it. Amazingly cheap greenies are full of vitamin A, K, C, and E. the high amount of iron keeps aneamia away and also the vitamin A helps improve eyesight. So load yourself with lots of palak, lettuce, moringa, amaranthus and what more. Guess why popeye had lots of spinach always!!!

Carrots
Bunnies with carrots are always seen. And yes carrots is the reason for their sparkling eyes. Carrots are vitamin capsules. 2 glasses of carrot juice everyday can make your skin glow and increase immunity. The high levels of betacarotene acts as a good antioxidant. The beta carotene turns to vitamin A in our bodies which helps wjith good eyesight and keep away night blindness. Along with skin beauty it also protects liver health. 1 carrot can give sufficient amount of vitamin A for a day. Carrots are essential for women as they help periods cycle.

Pappaya
Deliciously sweet with musky undertones and a soft, butter-like consistency, it is no wonder the papaya was reputably called the "fruit of the angels" by Christopher Columbus Papayas offer not only the luscious taste and sunlit color of the tropics, but are rich sources of antioxidant nutrients such as carotenes, vitamin C and flavonoids; the B vitamins, folate and pantothenic acid; and the minerals, potassium and magnesium; and fiber. Together, these nutrients promote the health of the cardiovascular system and also provide protection against colon cancer. In addition, papaya contains the digestive enzyme, papain, which is used like bromelain, a similar enzyme found in pineapple, to treat sports injuries, other causes of trauma, and allergies. Papayas are also seen ion most cosmetics and face packs. Its true that papaya can give you that extra glow. So go for it.

Sardine
This slender fish is packed full of important nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and calcium. Cold-water fish, such as sardines, contain the highest amounts of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. One of the world's first canned foods, the sardine is rich in phosphorus, iron, potassium, vitamin B6, and niacin. Eat with the bones. They can protect you from osteoporosis. Easily available and cheap factors should make sardines a favorite among women

Gooseberry
Having high amounts of Vitamin C, Nicotonic Acid, and Vitamin B-1, Iron, and Calcium-- gooseberry juice remains a popular tonic consumed across the globe. 81.2% of gooseberry fruit is water, thus it is a very good source of skin moisturizing, providing effective beauty remedies. What more....8.3% of it is Glucose. The juice has also got adequate amounts of Fibers, Carbohydrates and Proteins. Indian gooseberry juice contains the highest amount of Vitamin C. gooseberry juice is a natural, efficacious, and an anti-oxidant with the richest natural source of Vitamin C. Gooseberry juice is extremely beneficial for treating ailments and availing several health benefits. It’s effective to take 4 gooseberries daily to help you get the right amount of nutrients.

Nuts
Go nuts with some nuts!! No joking. Most people think that nuts are high in calories and fat... and they are right! Nuts are quite calorically dense. 15 cashews, for instance, deliver ~180 kcal! On top of that, it is very tough not to overeat these tasty snacks. If you can restrain yourself from overeating them, nuts can definitely be a part of a healthy diet. In 1996, the Iowa Women's Healthy Study found that women who ate nuts >4 times a week were 40% less likely to die of heart disease. Nuts are one of the best plant sources of protein. They are rich in fiber, phytonutrients and antioxidants such as Vitamin E and selenium. Nuts are also high in plant sterols and fat - but mostly monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (omega 3 - the good fats) which have all been shown to lower LDL cholesterol.

Submitted by Sithara Issac. (chithuissac@gmail.com )

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