Mga bessy! Ito ang mga pagkaing nakatutulong na sa paglo-lose natin ng weight, nakatutulong pa sa pagpapalusog ng ating mga puso. 👙❤️ Double benefits talaga! 😍👏
Apples
Heart health benefits:
High in antioxidants, which help prevent bad cholesterol. – High in soluble fiber, which helps the body eliminate cholesterol.Weight loss benefits:
– High in fiber, low in calories
– Helps curb those mid-day cravings.
Avocado
Heart health benefits:
– High in monounsaturated fats (or healthy fats).
Antioxidants and potassium can reduce blood pressure.
Weight loss benefits:
Monounsaturated fats will keep you from feeling hungry.
Blueberries
Heart health benefits:
Antioxidants have been shown to reduce blood pressure.
Weight loss benefits:
– High in fiber and low in calories
– Can help stop cravings during the day.
4. Bananas
Heart health benefits:– Super high in potassium that helps lower blood pressure.
Weight loss benefits:
– Helps boost metabolism and burn calories.
5. Citrus Fruits
Heart health benefits:
Flavonoids can lower your risk of stroke.
Vitamin C is connected with a lower risk of heart disease.
Weight loss benefits:
– Grapefruits lower insulin which means less fat is stored in your body.
– Grapefruits also help you eat less throughout the day.
6. Green Veggies
Heart health benefits:
– Broccoli, spinach, and kale are high in carotenoids, fiber, vitamins and minerals.
Weight loss benefits:
– Broccoli has a lot of fiber without all of the calories.
Legumes
Heart health benefits:
– Beans, lentils, and peas are high in protein.
– Can help control blood sugar.
Weight loss benefits:
– Provides protein that will keep you full longer.
– Doesn’t have saturated fats like red meat.
8. Nuts
Heart health benefits:
– Almonds, walnuts, pistachios, peanuts, and macadamia nuts all help lower cholesterol.
– Macadamias contain omega-3 fatty acids.
Weight loss benefits:
– Almonds help you stay full during the day.
9. Oatmeal
Heart health benefits:
– Excellent source of soluble fiber, which attaches itself to cholesterol.
Weight loss benefits:
– The fiber will keep you from wanting to snack.
10. Potatoes
Heart health benefits:
– High in potassium and fiber, which can help lower blood pressure.
Weight loss benefits:
– Super filling
– Low calorie and no fat, sodium, or cholesterol.
11. Salmon
Heart health benefits:
– Contains omega-3 fatty acids.
Weight loss benefits:
– Helps you feel full without any extra fats.
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Wag maliitin ang kayang gawin ng mga pagkaing ito sa ating kalusugan. Pero laging tandaan na ang lahat ng sobra ay masama kaya dahan-dahan din, bessy ha? Moderation is the key!
(Photo and info from Google Images; UnityPoint Health Des Moines, UnityPoint.Org/DesMoines/PainAndGain)