{"id":18512,"date":"2015-04-04T10:06:54","date_gmt":"2015-04-04T10:06:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drprem.com\/health\/?p=18512"},"modified":"2015-04-09T11:14:24","modified_gmt":"2015-04-09T11:14:24","slug":"the-simple-and-abundant-food-that-takes-you-on-the-road-to-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drprem.com\/globalhealthcare\/the-simple-and-abundant-food-that-takes-you-on-the-road-to-health","title":{"rendered":"The simple and abundant food that takes you on the road to health"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Food plays a crucial role in our life. It is the main source of energy which fuels our daily activities. Not only does it provide nutrition to our body, but it also affects the quality of our sleep, mood and our happiness on a whole. Junk and packaged foods are not just bad for the health but it also dampens our mood and drains us out of energy making us dull and lethargic.<\/p>\n

Fresh fruits and vegetables, high fiber food and a diet rich in proteins are not only healthy but have a very positive effect on mind and soul making us feel fresh, energetic, rejuvenated and happy. Let\u2019s take a look at some foods that are surprisingly healthy!<\/p>\n

Potatoes<\/strong><\/p>\n

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This humble vegetable is always looked down upon and is believed to make you fat. But in fact, a medium sized potato has only 160 calories and 4g gram of fiber. Potatoes are also rich in chromium, which increases the level of serotonin, melatonin and norepinephrine. These are responsible for regulating emotion and mood and are found to be an effective treatment of depression.<\/p>\n

Cocoa<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Good news for all the chocolate lovers! You now don\u2019t have to feel guilty while indulging yourself in your favorite chocolate. The good news is that cocoa is improves the blood flow in your brain and heart and lowers your blood pressure. Cocoa has almost no fat with less than 15 calories per tablespoon. When buying cocoa, choose the raw or non-alkalized which is rich in antioxidants.<\/p>\n

Guava<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Guava is one fruit that can be completely eaten \u2013 from the rind to the seed with sweetness that intensifies as you eat your way to the centre. Guava is rich in an antioxidant called lycopene that fights cancer. Guava is also rich in fiber and potassium.<\/p>\n

Corn<\/strong><\/p>

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This one plays a dual role of a vegetable and a grain and is heavily loaded with fiber. Corn is also famously known for carbs \u2013 high quality complex carbs. Lesser known benefits of corn are that it has a heart healthy B Vitamins that keeps the blood level under check. Corn also keeps the eyes healthy and prevents age related macular degeneration.<\/p>\n

Garlic<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Garlic is a plant from the onion family and is closely related to shallots and leeks. Garlic is low in calories and very rich in Manganese, Vitamin C and Vitamin B6. Garlic is known to reduce blood pressure and combat various diseases. Garlic is a rich source of antioxidants, and helps reduce cholesterol and the risk of heart disease.<\/p>\n

Cucumber<\/strong><\/p>\n

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This one is definitely the best way to beat the heat in the summers. Cucumber is much more than water and electrolytes. It is rich in nutrients, low in calories and has no saturated fat or cholesterol. It is a rich source of potassium, which reduces blood pressure. The cucumber peel is has a dietary fiber offering protection against colon cancers by eliminating toxic compounds from the gut.<\/p>\n

Strawberries<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The most loved berries across all age groups and across all geographic locations, strawberries! These are rich in antioxidants and Vitamin C. Strawberries contain natural painkillers that effectively repair muscles after a good work out. They are also known to reduce blood pressure and control the levels of stress hormones.<\/p>\n

There is a lot that you can achieve by including certain foods in their diet and making minor changes in your lifestyle. So go ahead and include these super foods in your daily diet and experience good health like never before!<\/p>\n

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