Lifestyle: A Healthy You Is A Better You
By: Kyler Stubblefield
Staying inform about the benefits of having healthy habits is a practice everyone should execute. Through eating habits as well as exercise, fueling your body with what it needs is always important.
Acknowledge The Signs:
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Sometimes people can get caught up in daily routines that they don’t realize their body is overwhelmed. Your body is your sanctuary and it should be treated with such care. Sometimes your body will send out signals that will alert you of dehydration, exhaustion, etc., but it is up to you to decide what probation to take. “Our bodies handle a lot of stress on a daily basis. Between work, relationships, lack of sleep, and physical exercise, life's challenges and expectations can take a toll on our minds and limbs and lead to chronic fatigue or burnout. Thus, it's important to look for signs that signal that the body is tired and make lifestyle changes to ease soreness and start feeling better” (Isadora Baum).
Make The Change:
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Looking in the mirror daily is one way people can quickly acknowledge something off about their appearance. If you are 100% healthy, your body will show the results. Repeatedly putting bad things in your body only breaks it down and/or makes it function at a slower pace. Picture this, emagine putting bad gasoline in your car. Would you expect your car to operate in tip top shape? The answer to that question would obviously be “no”. Not everyone has a diet, but eating the right foods is only a start into grooming yourself into a healthy individual.
Egg whites, leafy greens, salmon, and lean beef/chicken breast are easy starters for changing your diet. “A healthy eating plan that helps you manage your weight includes a variety of foods you may not have considered. If ‘healthy eating’ makes you think about the foods you can’t have, try refocusing on all the new foods you can eat” (Centers for Disease Control CDC).
Bringing It All Together:
Once you have acknowledged the change that needs to be made and have taken steps to a better diet, all that is left to do is to continue the process. To see the results all lies in how much repetition you have with your diet. Good results call for determination, focus, and repetition. Keep a diary of what you eat throughout each day. This will help you stay organized with what you’re eating as well as how many calories you are consuming.
List of Healthy Foods (by: Kris Gunnars)
1. Apples- high in fiber and vitamin C,
2. Avocados- high in fiber, potassium, and vitamin C.
3. Bananas- great sources of potassium, high in vitamin B6 and fiber
4. Blueberries- powerful sources of antioxidants
5. OrangesOranges- vitamin , high in fiber and antioxidants.
6. Strawberries- low in both carbs and calories, with high vitamin C and fiber,
7. Eggs
8. Lean beef- loaded with highly bioavailable iron.
9. Chicken breasts- low in fat and calories but extremely high in protein.
10. Lamb- high in omega-3 fatty acids.
11. Almonds- vitamin E, antioxidants, magnesium, and fiber.
13. Coconuts- loaded with fiber and powerful fatty acids called medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs).
14. Macadamia nuts- higher in monounsaturated fats and lower in omega-6 fatty acids than most other nuts.
15. Walnuts- loaded with fiber and various vitamins and minerals.
16. Asparagus- low in both carbs and calories but loaded with vitamin K.
17. Bell peppers- great source of antioxidants and vitamin C.
18. Broccoli- It’s an excellent source of fiber and vitamins C and K and contains a decent amount of protein compared with other vegetables.
19. Carrots- loaded with nutrients like fiber and vitamin K.
20. Cauliflower- very versatile cruciferous vegetable.
21. Cucumber- low in both carbs and calories, consisting mostly of water.
22. Garlic- contains bioactive organosulfur compounds that have powerful biological effects, including improved immune function (8Trusted Source).
23. Kale- incredibly high in fiber, vitamins C and K, and a number of other nutrients.
24. Onions- contain a number of bioactive compounds believed to have health benefits.
25. Tomatoes- potassium and vitamin C.
26. Salmon- high amount of nutrients, including protein and omega-3 fatty acids. It also contains some vitamin D.
27. Sardines- They boast sizable amounts of most nutrients that your body needs.
28. Shellfish- ranks similarly to organ meats when it comes to nutrient density.
29. Shrimp- low in fat and calories but high in protein. It’s also loaded with various other nutrients, including selenium and vitamin B12.
30. Trout- another type of delicious freshwater fish, similar to salmon.
31. Tuna- low in fat and calories while high in protein.
32. Brown rice- fairly nutritious, with a decent amount of fiber, vitamin B1, and magnesium.
33. Oats- loaded with nutrients and powerful fibers called beta glucans, which provide numerous benefits.
34. Quinoa- high in nutrients, such as fiber and magnesium.
35. Ezekiel bread- made from organic, sprouted whole grains, as well as several legumes.
36. Homemade low-carb breads- the best choice for bread may be that which you can make yourself.
37. Green beans- green beans, also called string beans, are unripe varieties of the common bean. They are very popular in Western countries.
38. Kidney beans- loaded with fiber and various vitamins and minerals. Make sure to cook them properly, as they’re toxic when raw.
39. Lentils- high in fiber and among the best sources of plant-based protein.
40. Peanuts- help you lose weight (6Trusted Source, 7Trusted Source), very high in calories and easy to overeat.
41. Cheese- about the same amount of nutrients as an entire cup (240 ml) of milk
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42. Whole milk- very high in vitamins, minerals, quality animal protein, and healthy fats.
43. Yogurt- same health effects as milk, but yogurt with live cultures has the added benefit of friendly probiotic bacteria.
44. Butter from grass-fed cows- many important nutrients, including vitamin K2.
45. Coconut oil- contains relatively high amounts of MCTs, may aid Alzheimer’s disease, and has been shown to help you lose belly fat (15Trusted Source, 16Trusted Source).
46. Extra virgin olive oil- contains heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and is very high in antioxidants with powerful health benefits.
47. Potatoes- loaded with potassium and contain a little bit of almost every nutrient you need, including vitamin C.
48. Sweet potatoes- loaded with antioxidants and all sorts of healthy nutrients.
49. Apple cider vinegar- helps lower blood sugar levels and cause modest weight loss (18, 19Trusted Source).
50. Dark chocolate
Lifestyle: A Healthy You Is A Better You
By: Kyler Stubblefield
Staying inform about the benefits of having healthy habits is a practice everyone should execute. Through eating habits as well as exercise, fueling your body with what it needs is always important.
Acknowledge The Signs:
(Wordswag picture)
Sometimes people can get caught up in daily routines that they don’t realize their body is overwhelmed. Your body is your sanctuary and it should be treated with such care. Sometimes your body will send out signals that will alert you of dehydration, exhaustion, etc., but it is up to you to decide what probation to take. “Our bodies handle a lot of stress on a daily basis. Between work, relationships, lack of sleep, and physical exercise, life's challenges and expectations can take a toll on our minds and limbs and lead to chronic fatigue or burnout. Thus, it's important to look for signs that signal that the body is tired and make lifestyle changes to ease soreness and start feeling better” (Isadora Baum).
Make The Change:
Looking in the mirror daily is one way people can quickly acknowledge something off about their appearance. If you are 100% healthy, your body will show the results. Repeatedly putting bad things in your body only breaks it down and/or makes it function at a slower pace. Picture this, emagine putting bad gasoline in your car. Would you expect your car to operate in tip top shape? The answer to that question would obviously be “no”. Not everyone has a diet, but eating the right foods is only a start into grooming yourself into a healthy individual.
Egg whites, leafy greens, salmon, and lean beef/chicken breast are easy starters for changing your diet. “A healthy eating plan that helps you manage your weight includes a variety of foods you may not have considered. If ‘healthy eating’ makes you think about the foods you can’t have, try refocusing on all the new foods you can eat” (Centers for Disease Control CDC).
Bringing It All Together:
Once you have acknowledged the change that needs to be made and have taken steps to a better diet, all that is left to do is to continue the process. To see the results all lies in how much repetition you have with your diet. Good results call for determination, focus, and repetition. Keep a diary of what you eat throughout each day. This will help you stay organized with what you’re eating as well as how many calories you are consuming.
1. Apples- high in fiber and vitamin C,
2. Avocados- high in fiber, potassium, and vitamin C.
3. Bananas- great sources of potassium, high in vitamin B6 and fiber
4. Blueberries- powerful sources of antioxidants
5. OrangesOranges- vitamin , high in fiber and antioxidants.
6. Strawberries- low in both carbs and calories, with high vitamin C and fiber,
7. Eggs
8. Lean beef- loaded with highly bioavailable iron.
9. Chicken breasts- low in fat and calories but extremely high in protein.
10. Lamb- high in omega-3 fatty acids.
11. Almonds- vitamin E, antioxidants, magnesium, and fiber.
13. Coconuts- loaded with fiber and powerful fatty acids called medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs).
14. Macadamia nuts- higher in monounsaturated fats and lower in omega-6 fatty acids than most other nuts.
15. Walnuts- loaded with fiber and various vitamins and minerals.
16. Asparagus- low in both carbs and calories but loaded with vitamin K.
17. Bell peppers- great source of antioxidants and vitamin C.
18. Broccoli- It’s an excellent source of fiber and vitamins C and K and contains a decent amount of protein compared with other vegetables.
19. Carrots- loaded with nutrients like fiber and vitamin K.
20. Cauliflower- very versatile cruciferous vegetable.
21. Cucumber- low in both carbs and calories, consisting mostly of water.
22. Garlic- contains bioactive organosulfur compounds that have powerful biological effects, including improved immune function (8Trusted Source).
23. Kale- incredibly high in fiber, vitamins C and K, and a number of other nutrients.
24. Onions- contain a number of bioactive compounds believed to have health benefits.
25. Tomatoes- potassium and vitamin C.
26. Salmon- high amount of nutrients, including protein and omega-3 fatty acids. It also contains some vitamin D.
27. Sardines- They boast sizable amounts of most nutrients that your body needs.
28. Shellfish- ranks similarly to organ meats when it comes to nutrient density.
29. Shrimp- low in fat and calories but high in protein. It’s also loaded with various other nutrients, including selenium and vitamin B12.
30. Trout- another type of delicious freshwater fish, similar to salmon.
31. Tuna- low in fat and calories while high in protein.
32. Brown rice- fairly nutritious, with a decent amount of fiber, vitamin B1, and magnesium.
33. Oats- loaded with nutrients and powerful fibers called beta glucans, which provide numerous benefits.
34. Quinoa- high in nutrients, such as fiber and magnesium.
35. Ezekiel bread- made from organic, sprouted whole grains, as well as several legumes.
36. Homemade low-carb breads- the best choice for bread may be that which you can make yourself.
37. Green beans- green beans, also called string beans, are unripe varieties of the common bean. They are very popular in Western countries.
38. Kidney beans- loaded with fiber and various vitamins and minerals. Make sure to cook them properly, as they’re toxic when raw.
39. Lentils- high in fiber and among the best sources of plant-based protein.
40. Peanuts- help you lose weight (6Trusted Source, 7Trusted Source), very high in calories and easy to overeat.
41. Cheese- about the same amount of nutrients as an entire cup (240 ml) of milk
.
42. Whole milk- very high in vitamins, minerals, quality animal protein, and healthy fats.
43. Yogurt- same health effects as milk, but yogurt with live cultures has the added benefit of friendly probiotic bacteria.
44. Butter from grass-fed cows- many important nutrients, including vitamin K2.
45. Coconut oil- contains relatively high amounts of MCTs, may aid Alzheimer’s disease, and has been shown to help you lose belly fat (15Trusted Source, 16Trusted Source).
46. Extra virgin olive oil- contains heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and is very high in antioxidants with powerful health benefits.
47. Potatoes- loaded with potassium and contain a little bit of almost every nutrient you need, including vitamin C.
48. Sweet potatoes- loaded with antioxidants and all sorts of healthy nutrients.
49. Apple cider vinegar- helps lower blood sugar levels and cause modest weight loss (18, 19Trusted Source).
50. Dark chocolate
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