My Grocery list revealed
August 6, 2009 by Warren Francis
Filed under Food Reform
My grocery list has change through the years of my training. I went from eating and drinking everything. The way I figured, as long as I hit the gym it didn’t much matter, I’m talking all the goodies, big macs, bacon double whopper with cheese, a pint of ice cream with chocolate chips, potato chips with dip and a cold six pack of beer. That was a regular week for me.
That was then and this is now. I’m now almost 100% vegetarian, except for egg whites and salmon. I gave up all the red meat , dairy, pork, and my beloved chicken. This transition is still new for me, but I feel alot stronger and more energy then before. and to think I use to look at vegetarians like a bunch of weak weirdos, now my friends think I’m crazy for giving up all that good tasty(artery clogging)food.
Vegetables
- Spinach
- Kale
Chia Seed
July 29, 2009 by Warren Francis
Filed under SuperFoods
Hey there! its been a few days since my last post, but I’m back with a new super food for all my blog readers. Do you remember Chia pet? You know, sprinkle some water on a sheep statue and watch it grow overnight into a little green furry plant. Well I found out that those little seeds are more magical then just quick plant growth.
Chia has been in use for at least 3,000 years. Located in central America it was a favorite of the Aztec warriors, who would consume the seeds right before battle or a long run for its endurance capabilities. Chia is the richest and only unprocessed whole food source of Omega 3. I also found out that it is a complete protein with a soluble fiber that forms a gel that slows sugar absorption in your blood stream. Chia aids in digesting by removing toxin and eliminating waste.
My Super Green protein smoothie
July 21, 2009 by Warren Francis
Filed under Green smoothies
In today’s post I’m going to give up one of my secrets to great physical health and stamina. like my motto reads, nutrition equals fitness. I will begin with my very own green protein smoothie. This smoothie will have everything you need for pre and post workouts with both energy and recovery contents. Okay, now for the ingredients.
* Two to three tablespoons of organic Hemp protein
* Two tablespoons of Brown rice protein
* One tablespoon of organic Wheat grass powder
* One teaspoon of Chlorella
* One scoop(15g)of Chia seed
* Maca(500g capsule)
* One tablespoon of Flax seed oil
* One medium to large Banana
* Three to four strawberries
* Two dozen Blueberries
Oranges
July 12, 2009 by Warren Francis
Filed under SuperFoods
Hey its sunny and Sunday, I think a nice juicy Florida Orange goes with this beautiful weather we’ve been having. well let me give you the 411 on the powerful nutrients contain in this citrus fruit.
Oranges are a excellent source of potassium, which is a mineral that’s important for heart health. Vitamin C runs abundantly through this delicious fruit. Providing one hundred thirty percent of the recommended daily value per orange. The B vitamin folate that helps prevent birth defects and heart ailments is another natural benefits of eating a fresh orange daily. Loaded with antioxidants you can’t go wrong
Did you know that fibers found in the white layer of the skin, can slow down you appetite and hunger levels for up to four hours. So run out and pick up some oranges, add this popular fruit to your arsenal of health benefiting foods.
Eating Healthy Without Going Broke
July 10, 2009 by Warren Francis
Filed under Food Reform
Eating the right foods is essential to your health. Too much fat and sugar in the diet can cause a laundry list of health problems, not to mention that it makes it difficult to maintain a healthy weight. We also need to get in all of the nutrients that are essential to your health. And you must watch out for meats that contain antibiotics and hormones and produce that contains pesticides or has been genetically modified.
Unfortunately, eating healthy is far from easy. Sometimes you may not have the time to make or seek out healthy meals and end up eating convenience foods or something from the closest burger joint. And for those of us who make it a priority to eat balanced meals, cost is often prohibitive. Organic meats and produce aren’t cheap, and health food restaurants can be pricey, too.
As impossible as it may sound, you can eat healthy without putting a big dent in the budget. Here are some tips:
Basil
July 9, 2009 by Warren Francis
Filed under SuperFoods
Basil is an herb belonging to the mint family, Lamiaceae. The name is of Greek origin an means “royalty”. Basil comes in many different varieties, different in shape, size, and color. Large-leaf Italian sweet, tiny-leaf bush, Thai, lemon, and African blue are the most common cooking varieties.
Why Eat Basil?
Basil is rich in rosmarinic and caffeic acid, which are phenolic compounds with strong antioxidant properties. Other phytochemicals in basil include orientin and vicerin, flavonoids that protect cells from damage; volatile oils, such as camphor and 1,8-cineole, that have antibacterial properties; and carotenoids such as beta-carotene.
ANTIBACTERIAL PROPERTIES: Oil of basil has demonstrated strong antibacterial traits, even with antibiotic-resistant types. It has been found particularly effective in killing harmful bacteria found in produce. Next time you order a salad out, ask for lots of basil.
Fresh Basil leaf
spinach
July 8, 2009 by Warren Francis
Filed under SuperFoods
Fresh Raw Spinach
Popeye had good reason to be downing cans of spinach, but it wasn’t until I became obsess with nutrition that I discover the life changing benefits. Spinach belongs to the same family as beets and chard. There are three main types of spinach including smooth leaf, savoy, and semi-savoy. All are delicious and rich in nutrients.
Spinach is an excellent source of fiber and vitamin K. It is a rich source of minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, and manganese. It is also rich in folate, a water-souluble B vitamin which is important for good cognitive function. Spinach is especially high in vitamin A and related compounds such as beta-carotene, zeaxanthin, and lutein, carotenoids that act as protection for the eye. Spinach is one of the richest sources of lutein, containing nearly 30,000 micrograms per cup of frozen spinach. Spinach is also rich in glycolipids, powerful phytochemicals known to have cancer cell growth suppression and antiproliferation qualities.
