Peanut is not a junk food - Believe me

If I serve peanuts as a snack or food, the first thing I will hear from most of the people (more health conscious people) is it’s much of cholesterol. So, did a little research to see how true is the saying “peanuts more of cholesterol” and I found out its 100% the other way. Peanuts have 0% cholesterol.

Even though they are high in fat and calories more scientific research has shown that peanuts are quite good for health, especially in cholesterol when consumed with control. Many studies have proved that peanuts have direct connection for lowering cardio vascular risks (lower the chances of heart attack)

Peanuts are beneficial to our health for many reasons,

1. They have no cholesterol – 0%
2. They have plenty of poly and mono unsaturated fat – which is good and will not increase the blood cholesterol level.
3. They are rich in minerals like Calcium, iron, manganese ( maintain Blood sugar level, synthesize fatty acids and cholesterol)
4. They have high folate( important nutrient for pregnant women), choline ( reduce neurological disorders) and niacin ( needed for Metabolism) vitamins with Vitamin E
5. And have more than 35% of Dietary fiber in 100gms of peanut.

The only reason we need to be careful about the amount of intake is, it has saturated fat with it.

We all know everything in this world is a combination of good and bad. All we have to look is how much the good is when compared to bad. When compared, peanuts have more health benefits if the intake is moderate.

So peanut lovers like me

NOT TO WORRY! Peanuts are a part of the healthy food family!!!


Please see below link for nutrient facts:
Nutrient Facts

An Apple a day Keeps Doctor Away!

We all familiar with the saying “An Apple a day Keeps Doctor Away!” from our childhood, this has a literal meaning and that’s cent percent true. Apple is a natural, no side effects, and healthy alternative for a colorful, creative, designed pill. (Obviously a large alternative pill :)). The most important thing, Apple is the fruit that we can get almost every corner of this world.

Nutriment

They have zero percent cholesterol, fat and sodium which are very good for weight loss and optimum health. It is rich in Vitamin C, antioxidant and Fiber. In the previous post I have mentioned the significance of the fiber for a human body.

Vitamin C supports our immune system (our body's defense system, acts like a BSF- Border security force, to keep the diseases away). It is our responsibility to build a strong army to fight against the diseases. You don’t want any intruders do you?

The anti-oxidant protects our cells from aging and cancer. According to numerous studies, Quercetin found in apples reduces high blood pressure; minimize the risk of heart diseases and also it protects the brain cells against some neuro-degenerative disorders (a rare disorder but has a dreadful ending).

Apple a day does keep the pills away :). Give it a try!

Fiber Rich Fruits

You all know what fiber is and why our body needs it, I am going to refresh your thoughts about this.
Fiber, the very important substance a body needs from the beginning of the digestion process till the end. This will slow down the digestion and absorption process and reduces the obesity. This will also helps to even the blood sugar level.

Fruits rich in fiber content are:
Raspberries
Blackberries
Figs, dried
Avocado

Their nutrition values are

Raspberries (123 g):
• Fiber 32%
• Vitamin C 54%
• Iron 5%
• Vitamin A 1%
• Calcium 3%

Blackberries (144g)
• Fiber 31%
• Vitamin C 50%
• Iron 5%
• Vitamin A 6%
• Calcium 4%

Figs, dried, (149g) (This has more sugars 71g)
• Fiber 58%
• Vitamin C 3%
• Iron 17%
• Calcium 24%

Avocados (150g) (please be aware Saturated fat is 16% and total fat is 34%)
• Fiber 40%
• Vitamin C 25%
• Vitamin A 4%
• Iron 5%
• Calcium 2%

The most important issue with human health is overweight which leads to many other complicated diseases. The intake of more dietary fiber foods will reduce these health problems.

Happy and Healthy living!!!