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Superfoods For Stress Management. By Louise Martin GCC Fitness & Wellness. Fight or Flight Response. Heart Rate Blood Pressure Cholesterol Muscles Digestion Immune System. What Can Food Do?. Boost Immune System Reduce Cholesterol Reduce Blood Pressure Combat Cancer
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SuperfoodsFor Stress Management By Louise Martin GCC Fitness & Wellness
Fight or Flight Response • Heart Rate • Blood Pressure • Cholesterol • Muscles • Digestion • Immune System
What Can Food Do? • Boost Immune System • Reduce Cholesterol • Reduce Blood Pressure • Combat Cancer • Fight Heart Disease • Enhance Alertness
The Superfoods • Whole Grains • Fruits • Vegetables
Apples • An apple a day… • Pectin • Cholesterol • Diabetes
Bananas • Potassium Punch • Cardiovascular Health • Intestinal Protection • Tryptophan – stress reducer
Barley • Soluble fiber for heart health • Protease inhibitors fight cancer • Great filler
Broccoli • Sulforaphane • Fights stomach and colon cancer • Fights lung cancer among smokers • Vitamin C • Calcium • Potassium
Carrots • Beta Carotene • Fights lung cancer • No smoking! • Cooked is better
Citrus Fruits • Loaded with vitamin C • Reduce cancer risk • Boost immune system • Healthy gums • Wound healing • Red blood cells
Figs • A sweet treat with benefits • Reduces cholesterol • Promotes fullness • Benzaldehyde fights cancer • Combats PMS sugar cravings • More calcium than milk • More potassium than bananas
Fish • Omega-3 Fatty Acids • Reduce cholesterol • Prevent inflammation • No migraines! • Improved memory • Increased alertness • Enhanced relaxation
Other Beneficial Foods • Garlic • Legumes • Nuts • Olive Oil • Tomatoes • Yogurt
Moderation… • Red Meats • Saturated Fats • Cholesterol • Salt • Sugar • Alcohol
Change for the Better • Remember the positives • Take the time • You are worth it!