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Red Meat and Butter (in moderation): Although,
red meats are listed on the food pyramid, it should be consumed
in moderation because it is packed with saturated fat. Instead
of making red meat a part of your daily diet, rotate it with
fish and chicken. It will help stabilize your cholesterol levels.
Plant
Oils (Prepare in moderation) Not all oils should be used either
on or off a weight loss program. Nevertheless, the body requires
certain oils. Plant oils rather than fat are healthy. Non-saturated
fatty oils are the best types of oils to cook and prepare meals
with: canola, corn, olive, peanut, soy, sunflower, and other
vegetable oils. Fatty tuna and salmon are healthy fats that
can actually enhance good cholesterol levels as well as protect
the heart from sporadic behavior.
Did you
know that the average American consumes 33 percent or more of
their daily calories from fat.
Nuts and
Legumes (once to twice a day). Legumes and nuts make exceptional
alternatives for fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals. Red
kidney beans, navy beans, black beans, pinto beans and others
are legumes. On the packages of pecans, almonds, hazelnuts,
walnuts, and peanuts, pistachios) are labeled with heart healthy.
Dairy or
Calcium Supplement (once to twice a day). Over the years, the
dairy industry has noted the health relevancy that calcium or
dairy products offer. Not to mention, a low-fat serving of milk,
yogurt or cheese is associated with helping weight loss. Vitamin
D or calcium is necessary for bone strength.
Weight
loss tip: For the fastest weight loss results, try to drink
64 fluid ounces of water a day. |
