Recently, someone challenged me to name the 10 healthiest foods, foods that if substituted for other calorie-rich foods will help you lose total body fat and hence get rid of tummy fat. I found the query intriguing – there are literally thousands of foods from which to choose! After pondering this question, it occurred to me that most Americans get more than their fair share of meat and dairy products and therefore need no urging to include these foods in their diets. We all know that excessive amounts of fat, sugar and processed foods aren’t good for us, and can make losing tummy fat all that much harder. That narrows the field of candidates for inclusion in this list of the 10 healthiest foods we should be consuming. You’ve guessed it by now, right? While being ultra-rich in nutrients and cancer-fighting antioxidants, produce is perhaps the most neglected item on our menus. (more…)
With cancer, cardiovascular problems, diabetes and obesity being so prevalent today, people are becoming more aware of the benefits of a healthy eating plan. Although a healthy diet must be well balanced, fiber is arguably one of the most important components. Why? A high fiber diet plan can help you prevent all of the aforementioned diseases, while keeping you energetic and help you keep off tummy fat as well. Many studies have demonstrated that people who adhere to a high fiber diet plan live longer. (more…)