Top 5 Foods That Fight Diseases

This post will cover disease-fighting foods. Of course, immunity can be boosted by exercising regularly (not over doing it – that compromises the immune system), and hygiene as well. These 3 together are basic things that are in your direct control. We will look at what we can add to our diet to help defend ourselves better against diseases.

 

1. Soybeans

Soybeans are a known source of proteins, carbohydrates (soluble and insoluble fiber), potassium, magnesium, molybdenum etc. They are also a rich source of the very beneficial isoflavones compounds like genistein. It is also rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and iron. Studies have shown soybean’s significant role in preventing cardiovascular diseases, osteoporosis, promoting gastrointestinal health; lowering the chances of getting breast and prostate cancer and stabilizing blood sugars at healthy level as well as lowering BP and LDL.

2. Walnuts

Walnuts rank among the top dry fruits. They teem with health benefits such as cutting cholesterol levels, reducing risk of CVD, improving cognitive function etc. The Omega -3 in walnuts helps stabilize cardiac arrhythmia and prevents blood clotting within arteries. It prevents the hardening of arteries. Walnuts are rich in I-arginine – one of the essential amino acids that help blood vessels to relax. Not the least, walnuts boost your power to fight infections of the skin, asthma and arthritis.

3. Broccoli

Broccoli is packed with Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Calcium, Magnesium and Iron. In addition to that, broccoli is loaded with indoles and the very potent cancer fighting chemical sulforaphane and beta-carotene. This chemical produces enzymes that fight colon, bladder and ovarian cancers effectively. Broccoli also helps detoxify your system by removing free radicals that damage the heart. By the same virtue, it also protects the skin and helps maintain a healthy stomach flora. How’s that for a single vegetable!

4. Spinach

This leafy green is loaded with beta-carotene, B2, B6, A, C, K, iron and chlorophyll. It is also a good source of folate, magnesium, potassium, zinc, protein, dietary fiber, calcium, phosphorus, omega-3 fatty acids, niacin and selenium. Spinach protects against osteoporosis, heart disease, colon cancer, and arthritis, strengthens bones, purifies blood vessels, increases blood haemoglobin, cures bile related problems, and removes toxins from intestines.

 5. Olives

This bitter Mediterranean food is a power fighter. Its sulforaphane boosts the body’s detoxification enzymes. Olives give cellular protection against free radicals. The Vitamin E present in olives work as anti-oxidants that neutralize free radicals. It also protects against heart diseases and supports gastrointestinal health. It is known to reduce cholesterol and chances of colon cancer. Apart from this, the polyphenols in olives may also help reduce the severity of asthma, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Olives are famous for their anti-inflammatory property.

There are many more foods that I have not included such as oats, tomatoes, capsicums etc. Though the foods I have mentioned have multiple benefits, they could harm those who are allergic to them.

Eat right and stay fit!

Running And Its Health Benefits

 

By: Melgrace Abandula

Running is a coordinated and complex move that includes the whole body.  Every person runs differently, each has his or her own pace.  Running is not just an excellent exercise or a pleasurable activity.  It absolutely carries out magnificent health benefits fitting for anyone.  Apart from building muscles, running strengthens bones and is an excellent work out for the body.

Among the exceptional health benefits of running is reducing chances of osteoporosis.  Osteoporosis is a bone disease.  It is indicative of bone weakness.  As the bone structure weakens, it leads to become hollow or medically called as “porous,” thus the term “porosis” is derived.  As this happens, bones become brittle and susceptible to serious damage especially if triggered by a fall.  Although for some people, osteoporosis is genetically inherited.  But for most persons, the lack of exercise and the whole concept of the aging process are the culprits for such bone issue.  Running is the best answer to this, as it keeps the bones in healthy condition, therefore, decreasing any risk of developing osteoporosis.

Besides the bones, muscles too are benefited with running.  Running helps build muscles due to the effort exerted on a regular basis.  As one runs, the muscles are working on to propel the runner forward.  This movement alone is enough to develop muscle tissues to tone and firm bums and legs, and so running is indeed the best way to shed off those extra pounds for it burns calories so well.  However, for exceptional results, it is best to have a running plan with a professional trainer to achieve the desired outcome.  On the contrary, for the already slim persons who are just starting out their running routine, do no be alarmed if you notice you are gaining some weight.  It is not at all because you acquired fats.  Be aware that muscles are denser than fats.  That is why, if you normally have less fat tissues, the increased muscle tones will expectedly make a heavier you.  Thi
s explains your weight gain.

Meanwhile, the cardiovascular system is the important part of human anatomy.  It controls heart functions and running proves to offer amazing benefits in the area.  Anyone engaging in a running workout is supplying oxygen to his or her muscles.  In addition, the heart itself is a muscle and the constant workout brought upon by simple running helps strengthens the heart and naturally reduces any risk of developing heart diseases or heart failure.

In relation to the heart’s benevolent benefits, the arteries are also favored.  As one engages in a running workout, the heart pumps harder than usual to provide the body’s accelerated demand for oxygen.  In doing so, pressure is increased within the arteries flushing away any fat cholesterol that are may be adhered to the arterial walls.  These fatty deposits if not dealt with earlier can obstruct the arteries.  Therefore, blood cannot be carried out into the heart and unto other body organs causing a heart attack.  Running helps in keeping the arteries healthy and in good working condition.

The first thing, perhaps you notice as you run around is being out of breath.  This is chiefly due to the lack of capillaries.  Capillaries are tiny blood vessels responsible for supplying blood into the lungs.  To increase capillaries within the body, incorporate running into your daily activities.  Running will boost up the number of capillaries you have, increasing oxygen supply in the body, as well as ameliorating the respiratory system.

Because of the fact that running bolsters both the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, it will naturally improves your body resistance as well, saving you from frequent attacks of cold and cough viruses.  Though it will not provide complete immunity, at least you will suffer less and quick recovery can be expected.

The above-mentioned are just few of the benevolent aftermaths of running.  Running definitely is a wide range act.  It may be taken as a sport, an exercise, or simply a recreational pastime.  But whatever the intention is, it naturally imparts splendid outcome.