Common foods can actually be healthy, only if you know how. These effortless methods of processing everyday nutrition can help you lose weight and reduce risks of diseases.
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There is more beta-carotene in the yellowest ears of corn, up to 30 times than the white ones. Corn is beneficial for antioxidant release in our body. It contains plenty of vitamin A for cell growth, vision, and skin health.
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Root veggies like potatoes, when cooked and chilled for 24 hours can help to turn high glycemic property down to a moderate level. This process is necessary to obtain stable blood sugar level. Add virgin olive oil to boost your body metabolism.
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Jo Robinson in her book, Eating on The Wild Side, said that tearing your lettuce a day before making your salad can multiply its antioxidant property. Put the shredded veggies in a clean plastic to absorb its moisture and put it in the fridge until you're ready for the toppings the next day.
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Chopping the garlic and then let it rest for at least 10 minutes before tossing it can maximize its compounds of antioxidant and its medicinal benefits.
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Adding avocado instead of butter to your baked foods lets you obtain the minerals, vitamins, and phytonutrients. Mash avocados to substitute butter and you can make low-calorie muffins, softer and healthier!
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Leafy greens like broccoli, spinach and kale are iron rich vegetables. Adding vitamin C using lemon, orange or lime by squeezing it can help your body to easily absorb the iron in more digestible form.