Nutrition For Life

1. Nutrition For Life Tips and information for a better diet College Students/Adults Jennifer Rawls

2. Tomatoes are a good source of vitamins A and C. • Broccoli is high in fiber which can keep you full for longer. • Eating carrots raw or steamed provides the most nutritional value. • Studies show that cauliflower can help prevent types of cancer. Eat More Vegetables

3. Chili peppers help aid digestion, soothes sore throats, and boots the immune system • Beets show to help control blood pressure, and can protect your heart • Avocados battle diabetes, helps stop strokes, and smoothes skin. Eat More Vegetables

4. Wild Blueberries are number-one in antioxidant capacity per serving • Natural sugar in fruits can help satisfy your sweet tooth instead of chocolate or other candy. • One cup of strawberries contains 90% DV of this important antioxidant vitamin – more than an orange! Benefits of Fruits

5. Apples protect your heart, cushions joints, and improves lung capacity. • Bananas strengthens your bones, and controls blood pressure. • Cherries slows aging process, and can help end insomnia Benefits of Fruits

6. Red meat is a rich source of protein and an excellent source of iron • Lean red meat that is trimmed of fat can play a valuable role in a healthy diet • Lean trimmed red meat is low in saturated fat and can be included in cholesterol lowering and heart healthy diets The Truth About Red Meat

7. Eating red meat has shown to lift your mood • Eating red meat may protect your heart • Two 3- to 4-ounce portions of red meat per week is considered healthy • Key word MODERATION The Truth About Red Meat

8. Check out my benefits • High in Protein • Natural anti-depressant • Prevents bone loss • Poultry for heart health • Plenty of phosphorus Poultry

9. Abundant in selenium, an essential mineral involved in metabolic performance • Metabolism booster • Rich in niacin • Promotes eye health • Essential for healthy tissue growth Poultry

10. Low-fat high quality protein • Lower blood pressure modestly • Decrease triglyceride (blood fat) levels • Decrease the risk of arrythmias, which can lead to sudden death Fish

11. Provide Energy • Prevent Diseases • Control Weight • Good for digestion To learn more click here Carbohydrates

12. Protects muscle tissue • Carbs can help boost your mood. • Carbs are good for your heart. • Carbs will keep your memory sharp. Carbohydrates

13. Nuts are rich in nutrients and energy • They help preventing coronary diseases • They are rich in omega 3 essential fatty acids • They also benefit in rheumatoid arthritis Go Crazy For NUTS

14. Poly-phenoticflavonoids in nuts protect from heart disease • They are a rich source of potassium • They contain vitamin E • Helps in proper regulation of blood cholesterol Go Crazy For NUTS

15. Lowers cancer risk • Helps maintain strong bones • Strong source of fiber • Great source of antioxidants Seeds

16. Intake of dairy products is linked to improved bone health, and may reduce the risk of osteoporosis. • The intake of dairy products is especially important to bone health during childhood and adolescence, when bone mass is being built. Dairy

17. Help heart health • Blood pressure control • Healthy weight – Moderation • Rich in vitamins and minerals Dairy

18. Drinking Water Helps Maintain the Balance of Body Fluids. • Water Can Help Control Calories. • Water Helps Energize Muscles. • Water Helps Your Kidneys. Drink more water

19. Exercise promotes better sleep • Reduces the risk of developing high blood pressure • Reduces the risk of developing colon cancer • Helps older adults become stronger and better able to move about without falling. Exercise

20. Exercise controls weight • Exercise combats health conditions and diseases • Exercise improves mood • Exercise boosts energy Finding my inner strength Exercise