There is an estimated 100 trillion cells in the human body. All of which have individual and collective roles that make you, you. These cells require energy to do what each particular cell was designed to do. Where do they get this energy?
These 100 trillion cells that make up your body get their energy from the foods that you eat! Now let’s think about that for a minute or two. So why do we need to eat? Because we get hungry? Right? Well, the feeling of hunger is a signal from the hypothalamus in brain telling you that your body requires nutrients! That means that those 100 trillion cells in your body require the nutrients that give them energy and allow each one of these cells in return to also create energy that makes your body do the things you want to do. If you do not consume the nutrients that your body requires for all the collective cellular functions to take place, then your body will not perform effieciently or even worse be subjected to the many various forms of disease, attacks from inside the body and from the outside environment. Read more →
What does drinking soda do for my body? The answer is nothing good. Read the back of the can. Carbonated water, citric acid, citrate, potassium benzoate, phosphoric acid, high-fructose corn syrup (lots of calories and no nutrition), aspartame (may cause cancer), caffeine (a stimulant known to be addictive), and many other chemicals. Which one of these does your body require? The answer is none. So why would you want to consume a liquid that does not offer your body any nutrition.
I have seen patients with high amounts |
of soda consumption (20 cans/day).
Though probably drinking a diet soda a day is most likely not going to hurt you, there are no known benefits to soda. I have seen however high amounts of soda consumption (4-6 cans/day) that has led to multiple ailments such as; obesity, fatigue, indigestion, gastro-esophageal reflux, rapid heart beat, anxiety, hyperactivity, tooth decay, tremors and headaches to name a few. If you are trying to live an active lifestyle with healthy eating habits and want to improve your results and feel better, I strongly suggest eliminating soda consumption from your dietary plan. What your body does require is WATER.
Why and How you should incorporate these spices in your healthy eating.
1. Cinnamon-the powerful antioxidants found in this sweet with heat spice help to keep blood sugar and your energy levels consistent. Add this to your morning oatmeal.
2. Cayenne-this fiery spice contains capsaicin which helps to improve insulin sensitivity. Add this to your fish, chicken or vegetables.
3. Coriander-this lemony spice has a sedative effect that can help with insomnia and anxiety. Add this to any meat, chicken or fish.
4. Ginger powder-this tangy spice has anti-inflammatory properties that can aid sore muscles. Try adding this to vegetables sauteed in olive oil or ginger tea.
5. Paprika-this smoky hot spice has vitamin A in it which aids in vision, immunity and bone growth. Try adding this to your eggs, chicken or fish.
6. Chili Powder-this fiery spice can help to decrease your appetite. Add this one to whatever you like!
7. Curry Powder-sweet tasting, curry has antioxidant properties that may help to reduce coranary artery disease. Add this to fish, chicken, shrimp, or beef.
8. Saffron-this red, slightly bitter spice may help to decrease PMS. Use this spice with chicken or lighter fish, like talapia.
9. Nutmeg-this sweet spice contains myristicin that is known to help fight infections. Use this spice on top of butternut or acorn squash.
10. Fennel-this spice is one of my favorites! It has a licorice flavor. I prefer to use fresh fennel and slice it and grill it with olive oil. You can also make a fantastic sauce for pasta. Fennel aids in digestion and helps to freshen your breath. Here is my recipe; heat up 2 tablespoons of olive oil, add 2 cloves of chopped garlic and one finely chopped fennel bulb, add a little sea salt and black pepper. Top on a fine, long pasta and Viola!
Add as many of these power eats to your daily diet as you can to energize your body and help turn it into a metabolic furnance!
