Properties of Foods Consumed
Since Jesus del Norte Clinic; nutritionist Castro Percy details the benefits and properties of food as part of the daily diet.
Lettuce: high in potassium. Is optimal for weight loss diets due to their low calorie content.
Coffee: studies show that those who consume it in quantity have less risk of developing Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s.
Kiwi: consume them on diets to lose weight. If you are pregnant you should eat it because it has high amounts of folic acid ideal. If you have deficiencies of vitamin C is ideal for you, is twice as an orange.
Pepper: high percentage of vitamin B and C. Antioxidant properties.
Nut: cholesterol levels and blood pressure. Contribute to rearrange the metabolism. Pro careful in consuming too much because it has many calories.
Egg: saturated fats, lecithin, lutein, and cholesterol in the yolk. Proteins in the clear.
Onion: if the taste is very strong do not eat it raw because their main nutrient is quercetin protects the body’s cells.
Milk: its high content of calcium is best for bones. Children are encouraged to growth stage and menopausal women.
Asparagus: source of omega 3, magnesium, potassium and calcium. Food low in calories.
Tomato: good antioxidant. For men is excellent because it reduced by 35% the risk of prostate cancer.
Orange and mandarin, antioxidant and an important source of vitamin C. Consume them in winter to combat and prevent colds.
Red wine: doctors recommend one drink a day for the heart. Regulates cholesterol and slows aging.
Chicken: rich in vitamin A, B6, B12. High in iron and phosphorus.
Garlic: used in home recipes against colds and bronchial problems. Anticancer properties.
Artichoke: anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties. Rich in vitamin B and minerals. Prevents the formation of cholesterol.
Corn: If you need a diet rich in carbohydrates you consume.
Vinegar: it decreases the amount of carbohydrate in your meals. Use it to flavor salads and meats.