17 Reasons to Eat Healthy 1. Beautiful Skin – One of the first signs of Vitamin/Mineral deficiency, dehydration or a lack of healthy fats is skin problems. Avoiding foods you are allergic or sensitive to and getting complete nutrition will help you eliminate acne, eczema, hives and other skin problems. 2. Boost Your Immune System - Remember the outrage when it came out that we were sending soldiers into battle ;without the right kind of body armor? Well if you arent getting the vitamins, nutrients and minerals you need then your immune system will not have to equipment necessary to defend you from infections from fungus, bacteria or virus. 3. Keep Those Bowels Moving - People dont become constipated because they have a laxative deficiency. It is usually because they are dehydrated, not getting enough fiber from fruits and vegetables and arent getting the vitamins and nutrients they need. 4. Energize! - So many people are tired these days. Even the ones who are getting plenty of sleep. Good nutrition is vital for providing us with the energy we need to handle a job, school, family recreation or whatever you need to do. Unfortunately, the foods that make up the bulk of our Standard American Diet (SAD) are mostly foods that will drain us of energy like sugar and refined grains. 5. Brain Power – You dont need to have ADD/ADHD to suffer from some brain drain. All of us have times when we arent sharp mentally. Good nutrition improves our ability to focus and concentrate. For example getting all your B vitamins can help keep you mentally sharp. 6. Beat Cancer By Avoiding Cancer - We focus a lot on curing cancer when the truth is that it is much easier to avoid it. There are many cancers (breast, colon, etc.) out there that can be avoided in some cases by simply modifying our diets. 7. Age More Gracefully – Oxidative stress ages our organs, skin and tissues. This is essentially the same process that metal undergoes when it rusts. Antioxidants, Vitamins, Minerals and not eating junk can slow the effect of aging keeping us beautiful, active and healthy for longer. 8. Speedy Recovery – If you are an athlete then you know that every workout takes time to recover from. Getting the right amino acids, vitamins and minerals can shorten the recovery time between workouts letting you get more done. 9. Get rid of gas - If you ever feel gassy or bloated it is because of what you are eating and the health of your GI tract. Avoiding foods that lead to upset stomach will help but it is more important to fix bacterial overgrowth in your intestines. Nutritional approaches are the best treatment for these problems. 10. Sleep Easy - Many people who have trouble with insomnia arent getting enough of the right minerals such as magnesium or the right amino acids such as tryptophan. When it comes to getting a good nights sleep when you eat can be just as important as what you eat. 11. Be Kind to Your Heart - Heart disease is the most prolific killer of Americans year after year. There are mountains of evidence that indicate that how you eat has a significant impact on the health of your heart and cardiovascular system. One of the best things you can do for your heart health is to avoid sugars and refined carbs replacing them with fruits, healthy fats and good protein sources. 12. Cure Type II Diabetes – We cant cure a common cold but for many Type II diabetics this deadly condition can be cured using nutrition and exercise. Pharmaceutical approaches are actually inferior to this type of intervention. 13. Fix Muscle and Joint Pain – Whether your muscle and joint pain is due rheumatoid arthritis or a sports injury or multiple sclerosis these problems can be greatly improved by getting complete nutrition, avoiding inflammatory foods and being well hydrated. 14. Ace Your Next Physical Exam - Think of good nutrition as a way to study for your next physical examination. If you are looking for perfect blood work, blood pressure and other exam findings then a commitment to healthy eating gives you the best shot. 15. Get Past Depression - Depression is a chemical imbalance as well as a psychological condition. Many people can fix their chemical imbalance by making sure they eat enough of the right kinds of foods. The neurotransmitters that signal our brains for feelings of contentment are made from the nutrients we eat. Make sure you are getting enough! 16. Stop Feeling Hungry - When you eat healthy foods it is easier to full faster. In addition you dont feel as hungry between meals. Unhealthy foods make us more and more hungry leading to overeating and misery. 17. You Deserve to Feel Great - This is probably the best reason to eat healthy. It makes you feel great mentally and physically. Health is about being able to do the things you want to do as well as you want to do them. You cant have great health without great nutrition.
Posted on: Thu, 17 Oct 2013 11:36:34 +0000
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