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26/04/2016

DIET AND NUTRITION FOR WOMEN

"Eating right to look and feel your best"

A healthy deit gives you energy ,supports your mood,maintains your best. It can also be a huge support through the different stages in life. Healthy food can help reduce PMS, boost fertility ,combat stress,make pregnancy and nursing easier ,and ease symptoms of menopause .whatever your age ,committing to a healthy deit will help you look and feel your best so that you stay on top of your commitments and enjoy life.

(GOOD NUTRITION FOR WOMEN OF ALL AGE)

Good nutrition starts with the basic :a well -rounded deit consisting of whole grains ,fresh fruits and vegetable ,healthy fats ,and high quality sources of protein .these kinds of foods providing women with plenty of energy,the means for lifelong weight control ,and the key ingredients for looking and feeling great at any age.instead of obsessing over specific foods or nutrients ,remember that it's your overall eating pattern that's most important..

TOP DIET AND NUTRITION TIPS FOR WOMEN ......
1) Focus on whole,plant-based foods..➡Diet such as the Mediterranean diet that emphasize fruits and vegetables,seafood ,and healthy fats can help control your weight and reduce your risk for certain diseases. Carotenoid-rich fruits and veggies ,such as tomatoes ,carrots ,sweet potatoes,melons and peppers ,may even reduce your risk for breast cancer..

2)Bone up on calcium ➡women are at a greater risk then men of developing osteoporosis so its important to get plenty of calcium to support your bone health.dairy products are high in calcium and recent evidence suggest that consuming whole -fat dairy can also have beneficial effects on weight control ..
3) Make sure you get enough iron ➡.many women don't get enough iron in their diet .on top of that ,women lose a lot of this important mineral during menstruation .boost your intake by eating iron rich foods such as red meat,dark poultry ,lentils ,almonds and iron -fortified cereals.
3)Cut down on sugur ➡sugars that are not found naturally in foods contribute zero nutrients but lots of calories to your diet.naturally occurring sugers are found in products containing milk and fruits ,while added sugers can be found in the most unexpected foods often hidden in the ingredients list as agave nectar ,cane crystals Cron sweetener ,crystalline fructose ,dextrose ,evaporated cane juice ,high -fructose corn syrup invert sugar,maltose,malt syrup,and more.

HIDDEN SUGAR :THE SECRET SABOTEUR OF A HEALTHY DIET..............

many women consume more sugar than is healthy ,but reducing the amount of candy and desserts you eat is only part of the solution.sugar is also hidden foods as diverse as bread,canned soups,beans ,and vegetables ,pasta sauce ,margarine ,instant mashed potatoes ,frozen dinners,and ketchup .its also in a lot of foods labelled as "low fat"or reduce fat."Manufacturers often replace the fat in their products with sugar to improve the taste .but the sugar can be much worse for you than fat .all this hidden sugar amounts to nathing but a lot of empty calories which can cause mood swings and wreck a healthy diet..

DIET &NUTRITION FOR WOMEN TIP:EAT TO CONTROL CRAVING AND BOOST ENERGY .....

⚫EAT BREAKFAST- Get your metabolism going in the morning by eating a healthy breakfast.studies show that people who eat breakfast tend to weight less then those who skip it .a solid breakfast provides energy for the day.
⚫CUT THE JUNK.-The ups and downs that come with eating sugary snacks and simple carbohydrates cause extreme swings in energy level and mood .cutting out these foods can be tough ,but if you can resist for serveral days.your Craving will subside..
⚫FOCUS ON COMPLEX CARBOHYDRATES.-Foods such as baked potatoes ,whole pasta ,Brown rice ,oatmeal ,whole grain breads and bananas boost your "feel -good "serotonin levels without a crash .they also provide plenty of fiber,so you feel full much longer .
⚫BOOST ENERGY WITH QUALITY PROTEIN ..-Protein is an essential part of any healthy diet,but its important to very your diet with fish,chicken and Turkey ,dairy ,and plants -based protein source ,such as beans ,nuts seeds and non-GMO soy products .if you eat red meat ,opt for organic ,fed rather than processed meats,such as hotdogs ,bacon ,and salami ,which have been linked to an increased risk of cancer ....

---- contributed by Roshani Patel (fitness expert at FITNESSVILLE)

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13/10/2015

9 Ways To Burn Fat Fast

Implement these 9 fat-burning tips that use exercise and diet and watch the body fat melt like the butter you're no longer using
The human body is a remarkably adaptable machine. Even if years and years of neglect have allowed pound after pound of fat to fill out your frame, you can rid yourself of that lard at a much faster rate than you brought it on board. In that sense, time is your side!

Take these nine easy-to-implement tips to heart, and progress will come in a hurry!

1. STAY OFF THE SCALE

That you can gain muscle and lose fat is one of the reasons I stress to people not to follow the scale. Body composition and how you look in the mirror matters more than what the scale says.

You could train hard and eat right and build five pounds of muscle and lose five pounds of fat, and what will the scale say? That you still weigh the same.

Frustrating, even though you've made good progress. Use the scale as a guide, but how you look in the mirror, how you feel, and how your clothes fit are much better indicators of your progress.

2. REDUCE YOUR CALORIES GRADUALLY

If you're looking to lose fat, don't make huge calorie cuts. This will kick your body into starvation mode, reducing your metabolism and making it more difficult to burn off the fat.

To prevent this metabolic slowdown and allow your body to burn fat at an optimal rate, make smaller calorie reductions every week or two.

3. VARY YOUR CALORIC INTAKE

This is another way to outsmart your body and continue to lose body fat without lowering your metabolism.

By varying your caloric intake every few days instead of eating the exact same amount of calories every day, keep the starvation mechanism in check and continue to burn fat.

"Although in today's society food tends to be accessible and abundant, our bodies are designed to store as much energy as possible to prepare for times of scarcity. One way the body does this is by adjusting its metabolic rate based on calorie intake.

If you stick with the same calories every single day while dieting, your body will adjust by lowering metabolic rate to prevent you from burning off too much body fat. It's all about hormones.

When leptin levels are high, your metabolic rate stays high; when leptin levels drop, so does your metabolic rate.

When calories are low and steady, leptin levels fall and so does metabolic rate. Eating higher calories on some days and lower calories on others helps to keep leptin levels up."

4. TRAIN WITH WEIGHTS

Resistance training helps with fat loss in a number of ways. Weight training itself burns calories. Studies also show that, unlike aerobic exercise, weight training increases the calories you burn at rest for up to 39 hours after your workout.

Plus, the more muscle your body has, the more calories you burn each day.

Even if your goal is solely to lose body fat, you need to train with weights. This will help prevent any of the weight you lose from being muscle.

Were that to happen, your metabolism would slow, stalling your fat-loss efforts and turning you into a skinny-fat person.

Yes, even someone with anorexia can have a high body fat percentage.

5. DO HIGH-INTENSITY INTERVALS (HIIT)

This means alternating a brief period of high-intensity exercise with brief rest periods.

The result: better results in less time.

One of my favorite interval methods is jumping rope. You may need to practice a bit on this one. After a brief warmup, I'll jump rope as fast as I can for 10-20 seconds, followed by a half a minute at a slower cadence.

Always warm up before intervals, by the way. If you're not in the best shape, start with cardio of low or moderate intensity. You might also want to check with your doctor.

6. EAT MORE FAT

Consuming enough of the good fats will help you lose fat, build muscle, and recover faster from your workouts. Healthy fats also have myriad health benefits, including being good for your heart.

So which fats are "good" fats? The polyunsaturated ones (especially omega-3s), such as those from fish and nuts, and the monounsaturated kind, such as those from peanut butter, olive oil, egg yolks, and fish oil.

7. CUT CARBS

The attention focused on low-carb diets has divided many people into "pro" and "anti" low-carb camps. Whichever side you're on, the bottom line is that reducing your carb intake—especially sugar and starches—when trying to lose fat will help.

Those carbs you do consume should come from sources such as oatmeal and vegetables.

The timing of your carb intake also affects fat-burning. "I recommend tapering down carbohydrates by 3 p.m.," says Team Bodybuilding.com member Ashley Johns, also known by the BodySpace handle Hottie-I-Am. "Consume most of your carbs in the morning and around your workouts."

8. INCREASE YOUR PROTEIN

Increasing protein intake will increase your metabolism and help to maintain your muscle mass, all of which helps with fat-burning. In fact, your body burns more calories when you eat protein than when you digest either fats or carbs.

This may explain why the fat-burning effects of eating more protein were confirmed in a study published in the American Journal of Physiology. One group was fed a high-protein diet (just over 1 gram per pound of body weight per day) while the second group consumed an amount closer to the lower recommendation of the RDA (recommended dietary allowance). The group eating the higher-protein diet burned the most fat.

"NUMEROUS CURRENT STUDIES SHOW THAT DIETERS WHO FOLLOW HIGH-PROTEIN/LOW-CARB STRATEGIES—EVEN PLANS WITH HIGHER FAT INTAKE—LOSE MORE FAT AND MAINTAIN OR GAIN MORE MUSCLE MASS THAN DIETERS WHO RELY ON HIGHER-CARB DIETS." - JIM STOPPANI
Yes, you read that right, Grasshopper: Many dieters actually gained muscle mass without working out, simply by eating a high-protein diet.

9. EAT 6 SMALLER MEALS PER DAY, NOT 2-3 FEASTS

This will ensure that you supply your body with the nutrients necessary to build muscle and burn fat.

Bonus: Your resting metabolic rate increases. It will also prevent your body from kicking into "starvation" mode, which can happen when too much time elapses between meals.

If this happens, your body will start burning muscle for energy and increasing your body-fat stores, as well as slowing down your metabolism. This is the exact opposite of what you want to happen.

Don't be the kind of person who complains about your situation but never does anything to improve it. Don't become "happy" with the status quo of being miserable. Now use this knowledge to take action!

15/08/2015

Kiran Gandhi, who has played drums for singer M.I.A. and Thievery Corporation, decided to run the London Marathon without a tampon. Gandhi let her blood flow freely to raise awareness about women who have no access to feminine products and to encourage women to not be embarrassed about their periods.

"I ran the whole marathon with my period blood running down my legs," the 26-year-old wrote of the April race on her website.

Gandhi, a Harvard Business School graduate, wrote that she got her period the night before the big race and thought that a tampon would be uncomfortable while she ran. But that isn't the only reason she decided to let it flow.

"I ran with blood dripping down my legs for sisters who don't have access to tampons and sisters who, despite cramping and pain, hide it away and pretend like it doesn't exist."

What is PMS?
Premenstrual {pre men_ struhl} syndrome {PMS} is a group of symptoms linked to the menstrual cycle. PMS symptoms occur 1 to 2 weeks before your period (menstruation or monthly bleeding) starts. The symptoms usually go away after you start bleeding. PMS can affect menstruating woman of any age and the effect is different for each woman. For some people, PMS is just a monthly bother. For other, it may be so severe that it makes it hard to even get through the day. PMS goes away when your monthly periods stop, such as when you get pregnant or though menopause.

What causes PMS?
The causes of PMS are not clear, but several factors may be involved. Changes in hormones during the menstrual cycle seem to be an important cause. These changing hormone levels may affect some woman more then others. Chemical changes in the brain may also be involved. Stress and emotional problems, such as depression do not seem to cause PMS but they may make it worse. Some other possible causes include..

1} Low levels of vitamins and minerals
2} Eating a lot of salty foods, which may cause you to retain (keep) fluid
3} Drinking alcohol and caffeine, which may alter may alter your mood and energy level..

What are the symptoms of PMS?
PMS often includes both physical and emotional symptoms, such as:

Acne
Swollen or tender breasts
Feeling tired
Trouble sleeping
Upset stomach, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea
Headache or backache
Appetite changes or food craving
Joint or muscle pain
Trouble with concentration or memory
Tension, irritability, mood swings, or crying spells
Anxiety or depression ……

Symptoms vary from woman to woman…

Your doctor may diagnose PMS based on which symptoms you have, when they occur, and how much they affect your life .if you think you have PMS, keep tract of
Which symptoms you have and how severe they are for a few months. Record your symptoms each day on a calendar or PMS symptoms tracker (PDF ,66KB).Take this from with you when you see your doctor about your PMS.

Your doctor will also want to make sure you don’t have one of the following conditions that shares symptoms with PMS:
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Menopause
• Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)
• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Problems with the endocrine (EN_doh_kryn) system, which makes hormones..

How common is PMS??
There’s a wide range of estimates of how many woman suffer from PMS. The American college of obstetricians and Gynecologists estimates that at least 85 percent of menstruating women have at least 1 PMS symptom as part of their monthly cycle. Most of these women have fairly mild symptoms that don’t need treatment. Others (about 3to8 percent) have a more severe from of PMS called premenstrual dysphoric (dis –FOHR –ik) disorder (PMDD) have a more severe from of PMS, called premenstrual dysphoric (dis-FOHR-ik) disorder (PMDD). See “what is premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)?” below to learn more.

PMS occur more often in woman who:
• Are between their late 20s and early 40s
• Have at least 1 child
• Have a family history of depression
• Have a past medical history of either postpartum depression or a mood disorder.

Healthy weight maintenance……….
Fat, particularly around the waist, also acts similar to an endocrine organ by creating estrogen (and also the hormone leptin, which helps to regulate your energy intake and expenditure, including appetite). Estrogen dominance and insulin resistance are two types of hormonal imbalance that are associated with extra body weight and menstrual irregularities.in addition, being underweight as a result of strict dieting, overtraining, or other extreme stress (physical or emotional), can cause menstrual menstrual irregularities, including amenorrhea (lack of periods)
Call it the female advantange.at the same time in your cycle that you have cravings and cramps, hormonal changes can give you boosts in pain tolerance and muscle recovery that can pay off at the gym. In fact, at other points in your cycle (when you don’t have your period), exercise could feel more challenging. Learning how your hormonal shifts affect your body can help you understand why some days feel like leader of the pack in indoor cycling class and other days it’s as if you’re stuck in the mud. And that might encourage you to push harder when you’ve got the extra oomph, and scale back (without guilt!) when you don’t.

Working out is beneficial…

What does a man know of a woman’s body??” asks fitness expert Wanitha Ashok and adds, in fact, working out during this time is beneficial as it affects hormone levels .it is normal to experience anxiety, be irritable, and have increased increased insulin responsiveness, an increased craving for a food, and so on. Though it may be unpleasant to work out during this time, exercise makes the period manageable, unless, of course the doctor asks you to refrain from doing so.certain yoga poses, though, are best avoided these four –five days. “She also adds how some clients tell her that the elders in the family ask them to skip exercising during the periods, to which Wanitha’s response invariably is “do international sportswomans put off participating in an event because of their periods? The endorphins released during a work out act as natural painkillers, but don’t push yourself if you are experiencing a heavy flow and severe cramps. Also if you are new to exercising, then take it easy.”

When you have period (days 1-7)
your cycle begins on the first day of your period. Because your body kicks things off with cramping and bleeding, the first few days can be the hardest time to train. Physically, “you can do the same thing you do every other day,” she says –“unless you don’t feel like working out.” Which is a perfectly good excuse, especially because cramps and midnight tampon changes can mess with your sleep and make you extra tired.
If you feel perfectly fine, proceed with your scheduled workout. But if you’re particularly uncomfortable, you might want to skip your cardio dance class or long –distance run. Research suggests your lungs works better later on in your cycle, when you have more stamina for endurance exercise, anyway..
Still, there’s no reason to put your feet up until your period passes. (Take a weeklong break every month, and it’ll take you that much longer to reach your fitness goals). Push yourself to do some low-key yoga or a light –cardio workout that you’re used to like walking or an easy bike ride – nothing new. Surprisingly swimming is another good option: Very little water gets into the va**na when you swim without a tampon, and the same goes for swimming with yone, Dr.Stericher says…
If you’re working out on your own, include some exercises that entail lying facedown, which can alleviate cramping, and a gentle lower belly massage. (A disposable heating pad can also help-just apply it before you hit the gym.)

Science confirms that woman gain more strength and muscle from strength –training during the first half of their cycle that the second half, so this is your chance to shine….
To that end: if there’s ever a time to treat yourself to a fancy boutique fitness class, now’s the time .Try a hardcore workout cross Fit? Cardio kick box? Anything is fair game.

The third week of your cycle (Days 15-21)

After day 14, estrogen levels tank-and the same goes for your energy. This can make any workout feel even more strenuous, and could make you extra susceptible to ligament and tendon tears and other injuries, Dr.Kominiarek says. While there’s conflicting research on whether your cycle can significantly increase your injury risk, it’s smart to play it safe with supervised floor-based workouts like barre or Pilates instead of high –risk, high-impact sports like skiing or a first go at cross Fit.
If you typically hit up fitness classes, slow things down with a self –paced solo workout. Because stamina is on your side this week, slow –and –steady cardio, like a long run or elliptical session, is also ideal. Or you can always play it safe with couple rest days.

The week before your period (days22-28)
Your body is revving up for your period with a surge in progesterone and, for some, crazy cramps, along with moodiness, tender breasts, and fluid retention that makes you feel markedly un-hot –even in your body temperature up to 11 degree,
Dr kominiarek says –which isn’t enough to affect your performance, but could help you break a sweat more quickly.

Although you might feel particularly sh*tty, the best things you can do is push through it all the way to the gym: because exercise gives you a natural endorphin high, it can elevate you mood and actually make you feel better. Another bonus: while PMS might make you feel bloat, sweating can help you get rid of extra fluids.
Go for generally lighter exercises such as yoga, but take a harder core class like vinyasa or power yoga, which will get your heart rate up. And if you have the energy, an indoor cycling class can help you break a serious sweat.
“If you get tired, you can always default to a time tested excuse – PMS – and plop down in the saddle.

- Contributed by Roshani Patel , fitnessville

05/06/2015

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You feel devastated and the only thing that can soothe you is some delicious ice-cream? This is the way to deepen your stress. Your body will suffer even more, because it is a significant blow to your health. - All Pages

30/03/2015

EGGS-actly What You Need To Build Muscle!

How many of you bodybuilders out there enjoy your eggs? Learn why eggs are so important to your diet and how it can help you build muscle!
How many of you body builders out there enjoy your eggs? Good, as a matter of fact that's great, keep it up and continue to read on because you may very well be on the road to increasing your egg intake and thus increasing your muscle mass. But what about all you muscle heads out there that are neglecting eggs because of the taste or simple because you're lazy and couldn't be bothered cooking, so you ultimately opt for a tasty whey shake instead. Well after reading this article, I'm confident that eggs will be the first thing on your mind when you wake up in the morning.
An egg is one of the most complete and versatile foods available. It has a valuable role in providing a healthy diet for all and especially bodybuilders. We all know the importance of protein in the muscle-building process, without protein, your muscles will simply not grow.
Excluding water protein, it is the next most abundant element that makes up the majority of our bodies, so with all this protein in the body, wouldn't you say that protein should be a very important part of anyone's diet? Bodybuilders need to take this a little further by damaging those protein fibers with heavy weight training in order for the protein fibers to regrow stronger and bigger. A bodybuilder's diet must be much higher in protein than the average persons.
Eggs contain about 6 grams of high quality protein, so high that it is used as the standard by which other foods are measured. Eggs are also a rich source of vitamins, including A, E and K and a range of B vitamins such as B12 (energy), riboflavin and folic acid. Eggs also contain all eight essential amino acids needed for optimal muscle recovery and building valuable minerals like calcium, zinc and iron.
Now before you get scared and say what about the fat that eggs contain, let me break it down for you. The white part of the egg contains no fat what so ever, on the other hand, the yolk of an egg (yellow) contains about 5 grams of fat BUT only a small proportion of this is saturated fat (Bad Fat) - about 1.6 grams. Bodybuilders seeking to bulk up muscle are in particular need for fat in foods at a time when they have high-energy requirements for growth but limited appetites. Eggs contain cholesterol but it is generally accepted that dietary cholesterol does not raise blood cholesterol levels. Eggs are easily digested and absorbed and are extremely useful in ensuring a balanced diet for us bodybuilders.
THE BENEFITS OF EGGS IN YOUR DIET
6 EGG WHITES AND 2 YOLKS IN THE MORNING WILL PROVIDE THE BODY WITH
26.5 grams of protein
Zero carbohydrates
5.23 grams of fat 2.7 grams of that is unsaturated fat (good fats)
153 calories
+ BOWL OF OATS, 1 BANANA & 2 TABLESPOONS OF FLAXSEED OIL
39 grams of protein
78 grams of carbohydrates
48 grams of fat amazingly only 4 grams of this fat is saturated (bad fat)
A total of 900 calories
= THE ABOVE MEAL THREE TIMES A DAY EQUALS
117 grams of protein
234 grams of carbohydrates
144 grams of fat which only 12 grams is saturated
A total of 2700 calories
+ A PROTEIN BAR IN-BETWEEN ONE OF THOSE MEALS
24 grams of protein
38 grams of carbohydrates
5 grams of fat which, 3.5 grams is saturated
Total calories 295
= THIS ENDS UP CALCULATING TO
141 grams of protein
272 grams of carbohydrates
149 grams of fat which 15.5 grams is saturated
Total calories 2995
+ A POST WORK OUT SHAKE & YOU GET
50 grams of Protein
80 grams of Carbohydrates
Total calories 520
+ADD IN 2 LITERS OF MILK THROUGHOUT THE DAY
66 grams of protein
94 grams of carbohydrates
72 grams of fat 46 grams coming from saturated
1280 calories
+ 300 GRAMS OF TUNA WITH 1 CUP OF BROCCOLI
64 grams of protein
10 grams of carbohydrates
6 gram of fat 1 gram coming from saturated sources
350 calories
= THE END OF THE DAY YOU WILL END UP WITH
321 grams of protein
431 grams of carbohydrates
227 grams of fat out of all that fat we only have 62.2 grams of saturated
Total Calories for the Day 5051
Now who said clean bulking isn't easy?
THE MANY WAYS TO COOK YOUR EGGS
2 ADD A BICEPS WORKOUTS AFTER BACK TRAINING
EGG PREPARATION
Scrambled
Micro waved
Boiled
Fried
Baked
Steamed
Personally I always cook my eggs for better absorption by the human body and to avoid the risk of getting sick through salmonella. I usually just put all my eggs in a microwave safe bowl, chuck them in the microwave for a couple of minutes add a little bit of barbecue sauce and they are ready to eat in less than 5 minutes. So please don't let me hear you use time as an excuse to leave eggs out of your diet.
On the other hand if you can't stand the taste of eggs, experiment with ways they can fit into your diet. Try adding herbs and spices or like me a bit of sauce. Another option is to cook them in the microwave and then throw them in the blender with some oats, milk, yogurt, flaxseed oil; natural peanut butter and a scoop of protein powder and you won't even taste them. Damn, I've just created a great meal replacement for you above without even realizing it.
So please next time I'm over at your place, have some eggs ready for me on the table, and make sure that there is a good backup supply in the fridge. ;)

29/03/2015

12 Healthy Foods That You Should Never Eat Again

In the age of quick fix meals, we have become increasingly dependent on pre-packaged and processed foods. While you may feel settled with the convenience and health benefits such foods offer, what you fail to evaluate is their overall nutritive value. It is high time you say no to these foods and stay safe, both physically and financially. So, here are 12 such foods, which you should instantly strike-off from your grocery list.

1. Multigrain atta

Packaged multigrain atta variants that are available in the market are often not as ‘multi grain’ as they claim. Always read the ingredients on the packet to see that the whole wheat is the first, and main, ingredient on the list. If not, you are just getting few assorted grains added to the normal wheat flour. So, it would be easier and cheaper for you to make your own variants at home. This way you will be assured about the quality and ingredients.

2. Soy milk and soy substitutes

Many people do not know that most of the non-organic soy ingredients are genetically modified. Also, most of the soy additives are processed using a chemical toxin called hexane, which can lead to reproductive problems and birth defects. If you are looking for healthy non-dairy options then it is best to stick to almond milk.

3. Artificial sweeteners

You will be shocked to know that one of the biggest health fads is a fraud as well. Rather than substituting Aspartame or Sucralose for sugar, it is better to skip sugar completely. The artificial sweeteners cause neurological damage, gastrointestinal and endocrine dysfunctions.

4. Ice tea mixes

Powdered ice tea mixes are a marketing gimmick that is unhealthy for you. These are more sugar laden than a can of cola. These mixes contain high fructose corn syrup, processed sugar and artificial flavors, which are not good for your body. So, for the sake of your health and budget, it is best to prepare fresh ice tea at home and refrigerate, with or without sugar.

5. Margarine

So, you have been using margarine, believing it is a healthier substitute to the butter? Time to think again! Margarine is hydrogenated trans-fat oil, which is anything but healthy for your body. It also increases cholesterol levels and decreases the response of your body’s immunity system. So, avoid this processed food at all costs.

6. Non seasonal fruits and vegetables

Do you wonder why non-seasonal fruits and vegetables look so surprisingly healthy, all year round? Well, they are artificially ripened or genetically engineered. Hence, it is wise and safe choice for you to stick to the seasonal options.

7. Canned foods

Cans of food contain high levels of bisphenol-A (BPA), which is a hormone disrupting chemical. High levels of BPA in body can cause a range of health complications, including reproductive problems and breast cancer, etc. So, it best to avoid all sorts of canned food products.

8. Microwaveable popcorns

Although the idea of popping these while watching a movie sounds good, but here comes the flip side. You will be consuming genetically modified corn kernels, processed salt and lots of preservatives, which are added to enhance its flavours. The high levels of sodium and the chemical diacetyl, found in the microwave popcorn are not good for your health. And, we are not even talking about the more harmful buttered and flavoured popcorns, yet!

9. Fruit juices in tetra packs

Packaged fruit juices contain added sugar and preservatives to increase its taste and shelf-life. Instead of sipping on some preservative laced fruit juice, why not consume the wholesome goodness of fresh fruits. That way, you will get both the juice along with the fibre.

10. Frozen meat

Buying frozen burger patties or meat balls may cut your kitchen work, but they add a lot more preservatives in your body. The factory prepared frozen meals are loaded with hydrogenated oils, preservatives and many other artificial ingredients. So, why not try buying fresh meat and then refrigerating it at home.

11. Energy drinks

Energy drinks are fatally caffeinated and ready to explode sugar bombs, which are unhealthy for your body. So, drink a cup of coffee for that mid-morning kick. This will also help in controlling that sugar level, which is quite high in the so-called energy drinks.

12. Packaged drinking water

While buying packaged drinking water, think not only about the quality of water you are getting but also about the substance used to make that bottle. The chemicals (BPA and phthalates) used to make these bottles are harmful for your health. Even a tiny amount of these chemicals in your body can cause problems like obesity, damage to brain, hyperactivity, and reproductive issues, etc. So, next time you opt to pick up bottled water think of the environmental and heath damages it would be causing.