Go nuts this Christmas and you will probably live to see many more

This study monitored nearly 120,000 people for 30 years. The findings showed the more often people ate nuts, the less likely they were to die during the study

Go nuts this Christmas and you will probably live to see many more

This study monitored nearly 120,000 people for 30 years. The findings showed the more often people ate nuts, the less likely they were to die during the study

A diet can throw your body out of balance

The UK survey found that one in three women starts dieting between the ages of 15 and 20. Most then routinely diet about three times a year, but over 10 percent diet five times a year. Trouble is, many schemes are too strict, which can bring metabolism to a screeching halt, and others are approaches that result in an imbalance. For example, cutting fat too low can lead to a surplus of carbs your body can’t burn, which then get socked away in your fat cells. And diets that permit eating unlimited amounts of “allowed” foods essentially sanction overeating, and unfortunately, any time you eat more than your body needs, even healthy stuff, the excess feeds body fat. Read more

A diet can throw your body out of balance

The UK survey found that one in three women starts dieting between the ages of 15 and 20. Most then routinely diet about three times a year, but over 10 percent diet five times a year. Trouble is, many schemes are too strict, which can bring metabolism to a screeching halt, and others are approaches that result in an imbalance. For example, cutting fat too low can lead to a surplus of carbs your body can’t burn, which then get socked away in your fat cells. And diets that permit eating unlimited amounts of “allowed” foods essentially sanction overeating, and unfortunately, any time you eat more than your body needs, even healthy stuff, the excess feeds body fat. Read more

Want to Shed Weight? Eat These 4 Types of Fruit

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Don’t toss that peel–it may help you burn fat. When scientists added ursolic acid (found in apple skin) to the high-fat diets of mice, the mice gained less weight.

“Ursolic acid ups muscle and brown fat, which boosts calorie burning,” says lead researcher Christopher Adams, MD.

Other likely slimmers:

Bergamot oranges: Studies show that compounds in the fruit may decreasecholesterol and help with weight loss.

Blueberries: This superfruit may reduce belly fat by affecting fat-burning and storage genes, says a recent study.

Pears: They’re high in flavonoids and catechins, antioxidants that help women ward off weight gain. Health

Want to Shed Weight? Eat These 4 Types of Fruit

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Don’t toss that peel–it may help you burn fat. When scientists added ursolic acid (found in apple skin) to the high-fat diets of mice, the mice gained less weight.

“Ursolic acid ups muscle and brown fat, which boosts calorie burning,” says lead researcher Christopher Adams, MD.

Other likely slimmers:

Bergamot oranges: Studies show that compounds in the fruit may decreasecholesterol and help with weight loss.

Blueberries: This superfruit may reduce belly fat by affecting fat-burning and storage genes, says a recent study.

Pears: They’re high in flavonoids and catechins, antioxidants that help women ward off weight gain. Health

Eating for Your Blood Type: A+ & A-

Meat eating type A’s should eliminate the more toxic foods from their diet. A good diet will ensure that your immune system gets plenty of charge to fight for itself. By nature, Type A people have sensitive immune systems.

Stress is very typical for blood type A. They have higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which makes them react to stressful situations. Symptoms that could occur due to stress are disturbed sleep patterns and brain fog during the day. To ensure the cortisol levels are under control, do the following:

• Limit sugar, alcohol and caffeine intake
• Don’t skip meals, especially breakfast
• Eat smaller, more frequent meals

Blood type A should try and avoid the following, because these are the foods that will upset their digestive system and cause upsets:

• Strong red meats
• Crustaceans
• Dairy products and eggs
• Wheat products
• Vegetables like: Cabbage (Chinese, Red, White), Eggplant
• Lima Beans, Kidney Beans, Mushrooms (Domestic, Shiitake), Olives (Black, Greek, Spanish)
• Peppers (Green, Jalapeno, Red, Yellow), Potatoes (Red, Sweet, White), Tomatoes and Yams

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Eating for Your Blood Type: A+ & A-

Meat eating type A’s should eliminate the more toxic foods from their diet. A good diet will ensure that your immune system gets plenty of charge to fight for itself. By nature, Type A people have sensitive immune systems.

Stress is very typical for blood type A. They have higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which makes them react to stressful situations. Symptoms that could occur due to stress are disturbed sleep patterns and brain fog during the day. To ensure the cortisol levels are under control, do the following:

• Limit sugar, alcohol and caffeine intake
• Don’t skip meals, especially breakfast
• Eat smaller, more frequent meals

Blood type A should try and avoid the following, because these are the foods that will upset their digestive system and cause upsets:

• Strong red meats
• Crustaceans
• Dairy products and eggs
• Wheat products
• Vegetables like: Cabbage (Chinese, Red, White), Eggplant
• Lima Beans, Kidney Beans, Mushrooms (Domestic, Shiitake), Olives (Black, Greek, Spanish)
• Peppers (Green, Jalapeno, Red, Yellow), Potatoes (Red, Sweet, White), Tomatoes and Yams

Read more

Eating for Your Blood Type – B+ & B-

Diet for the B type

Stressful situations result in higher levels of cortisol being released in the system. Excess cortisol makes people react to stress in a negative manner, which leads to further psychological imbalance.

There are some Lectins that are sensitive to B type blood. To ensure that neither of the two affect your overall health, it’s best to follow a diet that avoids food that has high levels of toxicity.

Foods to avoid

• Tomatoes, wheat, corn, lentils, buckwheat, peanuts, sesame seeds
• Shellfish, chicken
• Beans and legumes, grains and starches, avocados
• Persimmons, Pomegranates, Star fruit, and Prickly pear
• Cinnamon, Pepper, Sesame oil, Sunflower oil and Corn oil

Foods that work well for B type people

• Green vegetables
• Deep sea fish
• Low fat dairy, and eggs
• Rice milk, rice bran, rice flour, millet, oats
• Onions, artichokes, parsnip
• Olive oil, flaxseed oil
• Grapes, figs, and dates can be eaten in moderation
• Goat meat, lamb, turkey, venison

Read more

Eating for Your Blood Type – B+ & B-

Diet for the B type

Stressful situations result in higher levels of cortisol being released in the system. Excess cortisol makes people react to stress in a negative manner, which leads to further psychological imbalance.

There are some Lectins that are sensitive to B type blood. To ensure that neither of the two affect your overall health, it’s best to follow a diet that avoids food that has high levels of toxicity.

Foods to avoid

• Tomatoes, wheat, corn, lentils, buckwheat, peanuts, sesame seeds
• Shellfish, chicken
• Beans and legumes, grains and starches, avocados
• Persimmons, Pomegranates, Star fruit, and Prickly pear
• Cinnamon, Pepper, Sesame oil, Sunflower oil and Corn oil

Foods that work well for B type people

• Green vegetables
• Deep sea fish
• Low fat dairy, and eggs
• Rice milk, rice bran, rice flour, millet, oats
• Onions, artichokes, parsnip
• Olive oil, flaxseed oil
• Grapes, figs, and dates can be eaten in moderation
• Goat meat, lamb, turkey, venison

Read more

Seven Foods That Fight Inflammation and Belly Fat

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Fruits and vegetables

All fruits and vegetables, due to their rich nutrient and fiber content, help to combat chronic inflammation, so make sure to include adequate amounts of these foods daily. Some types of fresh produce, however, are even more potent than others.

Some terrific anti-inflammatory fruits and vegetables to include in your meal plan include apples, berries, broccoli, mushrooms, papaya, pineapple, and spinach.

Seven Foods That Fight Inflammation and Belly Fat

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Step 1 of 7

Fruits and vegetables

All fruits and vegetables, due to their rich nutrient and fiber content, help to combat chronic inflammation, so make sure to include adequate amounts of these foods daily. Some types of fresh produce, however, are even more potent than others.

Some terrific anti-inflammatory fruits and vegetables to include in your meal plan include apples, berries, broccoli, mushrooms, papaya, pineapple, and spinach.

Fish

Eating fish once or twice a week may reduce the risk of diseases ranging from childhood asthma to prostate cancer. Fish is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. Fish is low in fat and high in protein. Eating fish during pregnancy may reduce the risk of a premature baby. Healthy ways to enjoy fish include baked, poached, grilled and steamed. Some fish contain high levels of mercury and should be eaten rarely or not at all.

Health benefits of eating fish

Regular consumption of fish can reduce the risk of various diseases and disorders. Selected research findings include:

• Asthma – children who eat fish may be less likely to develop asthma.
• Brain and eyes – fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids can contribute to the health of brain tissue and the retina (the back of the eye).
• Cardiovascular disease – eating fish every week reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke by reducing blood clots and inflammation, improving blood vessel elasticity, lowering blood pressure, lowering blood fats and boosting ‘good’ cholesterol.
• Dementia – elderly people who eat fish or seafood at least once a week may have a lower risk of developing dementia, including Alzheimer's disease.
• Depression – people who regularly eat fish have a lower incidence of depression (depression is linked to low levels of omega-3 fatty acids in the brain).
• Diabetes – fish may help people with diabetes manage their blood sugar levels.
• Eyesight – breastfed babies of mothers who eat fish have better eyesight, perhaps due to the omega-3 fatty acids transmitted in breast milk.
• Inflammatory conditions – regular fish consumption may relieve the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and autoimmune disease.
• Prematurity – eating fish during pregnancy may help reduce the risk of delivering a premature baby.

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Fish

Eating fish once or twice a week may reduce the risk of diseases ranging from childhood asthma to prostate cancer. Fish is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. Fish is low in fat and high in protein. Eating fish during pregnancy may reduce the risk of a premature baby. Healthy ways to enjoy fish include baked, poached, grilled and steamed. Some fish contain high levels of mercury and should be eaten rarely or not at all.

Health benefits of eating fish

Regular consumption of fish can reduce the risk of various diseases and disorders. Selected research findings include:

• Asthma – children who eat fish may be less likely to develop asthma.
• Brain and eyes – fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids can contribute to the health of brain tissue and the retina (the back of the eye).
• Cardiovascular disease – eating fish every week reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke by reducing blood clots and inflammation, improving blood vessel elasticity, lowering blood pressure, lowering blood fats and boosting ‘good’ cholesterol.
• Dementia – elderly people who eat fish or seafood at least once a week may have a lower risk of developing dementia, including Alzheimer's disease.
• Depression – people who regularly eat fish have a lower incidence of depression (depression is linked to low levels of omega-3 fatty acids in the brain).
• Diabetes – fish may help people with diabetes manage their blood sugar levels.
• Eyesight – breastfed babies of mothers who eat fish have better eyesight, perhaps due to the omega-3 fatty acids transmitted in breast milk.
• Inflammatory conditions – regular fish consumption may relieve the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and autoimmune disease.
• Prematurity – eating fish during pregnancy may help reduce the risk of delivering a premature baby.

Better Health Channel

Eat less sugar, eat more fiber.

The mainstream media is constantly bombarding the American public with messages to eat fewer carbs. And while Americans could certainly use an overhaul on their carb habits, eating less isn't necessarily the answer, nor is it required when you follow this one simple "carb rule":

Eat less sugar, eat more fiber.

As the above carb rule suggests, the biggest problem with your current carb intake is likely that you're eating far too much sugar, and far too little fiber...a simple problem to correct when you know exactly to do.

First, start by eliminating the most common sugar-offenders in your diet: all juice, soda, and sugar-sweetened beverages.

The average can of soda contains over 30 grams of sugar, and the absolute worst kind: high fructose corn syrup.

Similarly, as we've shared many times before, fruit juice is NOT a healthy option. Get this stuff out of your house and away from your kids. It's pure, unadulterated sugar.

As an alternative, go with beverages naturally sweetened with non-calorie sweeteners such as stevia leaf extract and erythritol. Zevia is a great brand of soda for a nice treat, or you can make your own naturally sweetened teas by adding a packet of one of these natural sweeteners to unsweetened tea. Lots of great non-calorie, no-sugar options here. 

If you want the benefits and natural sweetness of fruit, eat the whole fruit (rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals) and skip out on the sugar-concentrated juice. 

The next common source of sugar is found in dressings and sauces. BBQ sauce, sweet & sour sauce, honey mustard, packaged tomato sauce, and many salad dressings (just check the label) are loaded with sugar, and even worse, often combined with some of the worst denatured, unhealthy fat sources ever.

Make your own healthy salad dressings with extra virgin olive oil and various vinegars and when it comes to sauces, either make your own or turn to all-natural, reduced sugar versions and use them sparingly. Your best bet is to go to a natural health food store (like Whole Foods) to find these items, otherwise you'll likely be trading sugar for other unhealthy artificial ingredients.

Other common sources of sugar include many brands of yogurt, breakfast cereals & bars, various breads, jellies & jams, alcoholic mixed drinks (tsk tsk), and then of course all those foods you already know you should be limiting, but still may be regularly snacking on (especially late at night) like ice cream, cookies, cakes and pastries.

Tomorrow we'll be back with Part II of this article revealing some of the most delicious high-fiber foods to help you double your results by following our simple "eat less sugar, eat more fiber" carb rule.

Eat less sugar, eat more fiber.

The mainstream media is constantly bombarding the American public with messages to eat fewer carbs. And while Americans could certainly use an overhaul on their carb habits, eating less isn't necessarily the answer, nor is it required when you follow this one simple "carb rule":

Eat less sugar, eat more fiber.

As the above carb rule suggests, the biggest problem with your current carb intake is likely that you're eating far too much sugar, and far too little fiber...a simple problem to correct when you know exactly to do.

First, start by eliminating the most common sugar-offenders in your diet: all juice, soda, and sugar-sweetened beverages.

The average can of soda contains over 30 grams of sugar, and the absolute worst kind: high fructose corn syrup.

Similarly, as we've shared many times before, fruit juice is NOT a healthy option. Get this stuff out of your house and away from your kids. It's pure, unadulterated sugar.

As an alternative, go with beverages naturally sweetened with non-calorie sweeteners such as stevia leaf extract and erythritol. Zevia is a great brand of soda for a nice treat, or you can make your own naturally sweetened teas by adding a packet of one of these natural sweeteners to unsweetened tea. Lots of great non-calorie, no-sugar options here. 

If you want the benefits and natural sweetness of fruit, eat the whole fruit (rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals) and skip out on the sugar-concentrated juice. 

The next common source of sugar is found in dressings and sauces. BBQ sauce, sweet & sour sauce, honey mustard, packaged tomato sauce, and many salad dressings (just check the label) are loaded with sugar, and even worse, often combined with some of the worst denatured, unhealthy fat sources ever.

Make your own healthy salad dressings with extra virgin olive oil and various vinegars and when it comes to sauces, either make your own or turn to all-natural, reduced sugar versions and use them sparingly. Your best bet is to go to a natural health food store (like Whole Foods) to find these items, otherwise you'll likely be trading sugar for other unhealthy artificial ingredients.

Other common sources of sugar include many brands of yogurt, breakfast cereals & bars, various breads, jellies & jams, alcoholic mixed drinks (tsk tsk), and then of course all those foods you already know you should be limiting, but still may be regularly snacking on (especially late at night) like ice cream, cookies, cakes and pastries.

Tomorrow we'll be back with Part II of this article revealing some of the most delicious high-fiber foods to help you double your results by following our simple "eat less sugar, eat more fiber" carb rule.

Oily fish can help you live two years more

• Eating oily fish could raise your life expectancy by more than two years, scientists have found.
• The study followed 2,700 Americans of retirement age for 16 years, and the researchers found that those with higher levels of fatty acids in their blood lived longer.

The Times

Oily fish can help you live two years more

• Eating oily fish could raise your life expectancy by more than two years, scientists have found.
• The study followed 2,700 Americans of retirement age for 16 years, and the researchers found that those with higher levels of fatty acids in their blood lived longer.

The Times

Foods that make you SMARTER

Along with your heart, your brain is arguably the most important organ in your body. After all, you can't do much without the ol' noggin as it controls literally EVERYTHING you do, think, say, and a bazillion other automated body processes.

That said, several major functions of your brain -- memory, learning, and focus -- can be (and often are) largely affected by the foods you eat, which is what we'll be covering in today's newsletter. Below are our top 2 nutrition RULES for a healthy brain, impeccable memory, and unmatched focus when you need it most.

Rule #1 - Eat Carbs.

You've probably heard for years that you should be avoiding carbs, which really couldn't be any further from the truth. As we've preached in this newsletter over and over, it's all about choosing the right carbs at the right times. Besides, carbohydrates are your brain's #1 (and preferred) source of energy and fuel, so make sure you're getting a fair amount of them in your diet. 

The best carbs to eat?

*Beans (kidney beans, black beans, black-eyed peas, lima beans, red beans, marrowfat peas, chickpeas, pinto beans, butter beans, navy beans)
*Lentils, wild rice, basmati rice, brown rice
*Sweet potatoes, yams, new potatoes, squash, artichokes
*Sprouted grain bread, oatmeal, couscous, quinoa
*Fruit (apples, oranges, bananas, apricots, peaches, pears, grapes, kiwi, mango, watermelon, honeydew, cantaloupe, rhubarb, plum, pineapple, papaya, grapefruit, grapes, blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, cranberries, cherries)

And the list goes on and on! Stick to veggies, fruits, legumes, potatoes, and unprocessed grains and you'll be good to go.

Rule #2 - AVOID simple carbs like sugar and "white" carbs.

While carbs are important, AVOIDING the wrong types of carbs are equally important for your memory, learning, and ability to focus.

For example, a recent UCLA study found that diets high in sugar (namely high fructose corn syrup) actually made test subjects DUMBER, decreasing their ability to learn, focus, and remember things. In fact, brain activity was lower overall and their brain cells flat out struggled to communicate with one another...yikes!

"White" foods like bread, pasta, white rice, etc, are very processed and act just like sugar in the body, so be sure to avoid those too in favor of the healthy carb sources mentioned above.

In addition to healthy carbs, there are a bunch of other foods that will make you SMARTER, like the ones we reveal in the meal plan we posted for you here:

Foods that make you SMARTER

Along with your heart, your brain is arguably the most important organ in your body. After all, you can't do much without the ol' noggin as it controls literally EVERYTHING you do, think, say, and a bazillion other automated body processes.

That said, several major functions of your brain -- memory, learning, and focus -- can be (and often are) largely affected by the foods you eat, which is what we'll be covering in today's newsletter. Below are our top 2 nutrition RULES for a healthy brain, impeccable memory, and unmatched focus when you need it most.

Rule #1 - Eat Carbs.

You've probably heard for years that you should be avoiding carbs, which really couldn't be any further from the truth. As we've preached in this newsletter over and over, it's all about choosing the right carbs at the right times. Besides, carbohydrates are your brain's #1 (and preferred) source of energy and fuel, so make sure you're getting a fair amount of them in your diet. 

The best carbs to eat?

*Beans (kidney beans, black beans, black-eyed peas, lima beans, red beans, marrowfat peas, chickpeas, pinto beans, butter beans, navy beans)
*Lentils, wild rice, basmati rice, brown rice
*Sweet potatoes, yams, new potatoes, squash, artichokes
*Sprouted grain bread, oatmeal, couscous, quinoa
*Fruit (apples, oranges, bananas, apricots, peaches, pears, grapes, kiwi, mango, watermelon, honeydew, cantaloupe, rhubarb, plum, pineapple, papaya, grapefruit, grapes, blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, cranberries, cherries)

And the list goes on and on! Stick to veggies, fruits, legumes, potatoes, and unprocessed grains and you'll be good to go.

Rule #2 - AVOID simple carbs like sugar and "white" carbs.

While carbs are important, AVOIDING the wrong types of carbs are equally important for your memory, learning, and ability to focus.

For example, a recent UCLA study found that diets high in sugar (namely high fructose corn syrup) actually made test subjects DUMBER, decreasing their ability to learn, focus, and remember things. In fact, brain activity was lower overall and their brain cells flat out struggled to communicate with one another...yikes!

"White" foods like bread, pasta, white rice, etc, are very processed and act just like sugar in the body, so be sure to avoid those too in favor of the healthy carb sources mentioned above.

In addition to healthy carbs, there are a bunch of other foods that will make you SMARTER, like the ones we reveal in the meal plan we posted for you here: