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There's just
too much advice on what you should take and what is good for your body, but
what does every woman really need? Here I compile a list of super food that are
essential to the well-being of every woman.
Low-fat yoghurt
As a health
food, yogurt is almost as old as well good health itself. But experts say the
evidence that continues to accumulate reveals its benefits in many new and
exciting ways. Yoghurt contains probiotics, a good kind of bacteria that
benefits your body. Yoghurt can decrease the risk of breast cancer, and there
is strong evidence to the claim that it can reduce problems associated with
irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory digestive tract disorders — both
conditions that impact women more than men.
The key is
to choose low fat yoghurt with live cultures — like Lactobacillus acidophilus. One cup of
yoghurt has about 448 mg of calcium – something every woman needs – compared to
just 300 for eight ounces of skim milk.
Fatty fish –
like salmon, sardines, and mackerel
The healthy
factor in fish is omega-3 fatty acids, and specifically two types known as DHA
(docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid). While many claim the
benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, only the DHA or EPA forms of omega-3 can be
directly used by the body. Fatty fish plays a vital role in the health of the
membrane of every cell in our body, and helps protect us from heart disease,
stroke, hypertension and others.
Beans
Low in fat,
beans are a good source of protein and fibre and may have protective effects
against heart disease and breast cancer. Beans can help lower cholesterol,
while their level of a nutrient known as isoflavone can help in the regulation
of hormones and may aid with PMS, perimenopause, or menopause symptoms. Beans
can also give you a steady supply of folic acid — essential if you should
become pregnant.
Tomatoes (or
watermelon, red grapefruit, red navel oranges)
The
powerhouse nutrient in all these fruits is lycopene. While the headlines touted
its protective effects against prostate cancer, more quiet research has shown
it has tremendous health benefits for women as well, such as protecting against
breast cancer and fighting heart disease. This anti-oxidant also helps keep you
looking younger longer by protecting against UV damage from the sun.
Vitamin D
fortified low fat milk or orange juice
Essential to
helping the bones absorb calcium from the gut and helps reduce the risk of
osteoporosis, and may be vital in reducing the risk of diabetes, multiple
sclerosis, and tumours of the breast, colon, and ovary. Studies from the
University of California San Diego suggest that vitamin D has the potential to
prevent up to one–half of all breast, colon, and ovarian cancer in the United
States. While Vitamin D is found in salmon, mackerel, tuna, and sardines,
experts say fortified foods, such as milk, are the best source.
Berries (blueberries, strawberries,
raspberries, cranberries)
These fruits
may protect your body with powerful anti-cancer nutrients known as anthocyans,
which are believed to play a role in cell repair. Research shows anthocyans may
decrease the risk of several cancers, including those in the breast and
gastrointestinal tract.
Berries are
also high in vitamin C and folic acid, which is essential for all women in
their childbearing years. And they offer powerful anti-oxidant protection,
which not only protects the heart but also may protect against skin aging, from
the inside out.
Sourced from
WebMD
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