Liver Fat

The ways to living a healthy life seem to be very simple, but there are so many of us are not living a healthy life. It is not as simple as it appears to be when talked about in articles and by doctors.

There are some obvious things we can do to have a healthy life. We can stay away from smoking or using tobacco products. There is not one bit of proof that using tobacco is healthy. That one is cut and dry.

Drugs should only be used if prescribed by a doctor and should not be abused. This guideline also leads to the fact that illegal drugs should not be used. There has been dispute between people of whether or not marijuana is good or bad. We will just have to stick with the bad for now unless a doctor prescribes it for pain to a patient that can’t take the normal pain killers due to an allergic reaction.

Drink in moderation. We’ve heard that wine and beer in some instances are good for us in moderation. We know not to drink and drive. Drinking and driving can lead to accidents. We shouldn’t drink when we’re pregnant. Sometimes doctors say that drinking a glass is okay. I would say no due to the March of Dimes recommendation, but you can deal with the consequences of that decision if you feel the need. Do not drink because you are sad or angry. When you drink when you’re sad or angry, it will make matters worse. Alcohol is a depressant so your sad mood will just worsen.

Now comes the tricky part. There are always disputes on how much you should eat exactly and exactly how much. There are always some disputes on your exact ideal weight. Even with the food pyramid, sometimes other sources suggest something different. We should try to have a diet with the important nutrients in them, such as protein. We should try to limit the amount of fat we put into our body. We should stay away from processed foods. We should watch our calories. To some watching our calories means eating less, but some say you should stick to a certain number of calories. On the “Biggest Loser” we were told that you should multiply your weight by 7 and you’ll find the calories you can eat per day. If you eat less, you’ll be tired and you might even gain weight, but if you eat more, you’ll have extra calories that will turn into fat. Reduce sugar and salt. Drink plenty of water. In a book I read recently, it says that you do not have to drink the eight glasses of water a day as suggested. You can get your “water” from coffee, tea, juice, etc.

Prevention

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Eating healthy does not mean the foods you eat has to taste bad. It has become the “NORM” for the majority of us to include things that are not found in a healthy diet. Our society has an obcession with sweets. This should be a big time NO. Snacks do not have to be cut out of our diets. However, we need to suplement the junk foods with healthier snacks. The truth is many people do not take their health as seriuos as they should. What can we do to change this and live a more healthy life? The answer lies within ourselves. We need to all be properly educated on what a proper diet really consists of.

What is a balanced diet?

Food are broken down into five major food groups. These food groups play a vital role in our health. The five food groups are Grains, Vegetables, Fruits, Milks, and Meats & Beans. Our bodies need a certain amount of these foods in order for us to sustain the proper amount of nutrients. On average a person should consume 6 oz. of Grains, two cups of Vegetables, two cups of fruits, three cups of milk, and five oz. of Meat and Beans to maintain a balanced diet.

The main things our bodies need to survive are Water, Protein, carbohydrates, Fats, Vitamins, and Minerals. Because each persons body is diffrent we will need different amounts of these to survive. If your body has an excess or a deficiency of anyone of these it could lead to major health problems.

Eating well is good for us! But can eating a certain way have a positive impact on our overall health and give us a greater chance to live longer?

Yes it can! By having a proper diet, not only can you extend you life but you can also drastically reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and strokes.

What foods can really help us live longer?

Over time scientist are finding truth in the statement ” You are what you eat” to support that, in a recent study they have found that some chemicals found in certain foods such as sulforaphane can help fight off free radicals and cleanse the body of toxins before they can do damage that causes aging, heart disease, and cancer. Where is this seemingly miraculous chemical found? You might not know it but it can be found right at your local grocery store. This chemical is in foods such as broccoli. There are other foods besides Broccoli that you should boost your intake of.

Lycopene is also important for your health. A good place to find Lycopene is in cooked tomatoes, which contains a readily absorbable form of it. You probably already eat a lot of foods cooked with tomatoes such as pasta sauce, soups, and even pizza. Other foods that can help you live longer are watermelon, guava, pink grapefruit, and red bell peppers generally any fruit and vegetable that is red are beneficial to your health.

If you want a healthy diet that can help you live longer. Follow these simple rules and you will be on your way to a much healthier longer life. Monitor your carb intake, eat healthy, instead of three big meals a day eat smaller amounts more frequently, and have well portioned meals.

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Well we are all looking for that magical food that will help us in loosing our weight fast and efficiently. However, to disappoint us, there are no few selected magical foods that will cause weight loss when eaten. But by making some simple change to your eating life style, you can loose weight and keep it that way.

Our pancreas produces 2 hormones namely, glucagen and insulin. These two hormones determine how our body uses carbohydrates as the proportions of these two hormones in your body are critical for the usage of sugar in our body.

Glucagon instructs the liver to release sugars into the blood stream and increase the blood sugar level to a level that is needed for the brain and the rest of the body. Glucagon also signals the cells to release protein and fats for energy production. Insulin on the other hand, is responsible for supplying nutrients to cells. Insulin takes care of keeping the blood sugar levels in check by regulating the transfer of fats protein and sugars from and to the blood stream. If the sugar levels are more insulin instructs the liver to stop releasing sugar and start releasing fat.

When you take in proteins, glucagon is released. When you take in carbs insulin is released. None of them are released when you eat neither proteins nor carbs. if you just take in carbohydrates , the insulin to glucagon ratio shoots up. If only protein is eaten, the insulin to glucagon ratio falls. Hence it is extremely important for you to have a balanced diet with protein, fats, nonstarchy vegetables and carbohydrates which will give you balanced insulin to glucagons ratio which in turn will help you burn fat effectively.

Having a balanced diet will not lead to fat production; in fact, it could might as well lead to fat loss. Theres more to it, balanced diet will prevent you from loosing muscle again it might just help you build more muscle.

Here are 15 fat burning food ideas.

1. Coconut oil the fat from coconut oil isnt usually stored as fat in out bodies.

2. Salmon have a balanced diet with protein, carbohydrates and fats for balanced insulin and glucagon levels.

3. Whole grain breads whole grains have a slow sugar release when compared to processed grains. This means slow insulin response.

4. Asparagus This is known for its non-starchy ness and is even helpful with cheese sauce.

5. Cabbage – use it in as many different ways as possible this is especially helpful in soup as a filler.

6. Kale its high on calcium and is also easy to grow.

7. Chicken you can use chicken to balance a meal on a salad.

8. Garlic You can use this in whichever way you want.

9. Green beans this can fill you up and control your hunger but is non starchy and has no effect on glucagons or insulin.

10. Cod liver oil This is a very important source for vitamin A and vitamin D.

11. Bitters – like Swedish Bitters these help immensely in digesting fats.

12. Bell peppers this is another great tasting non starchy vegetable which has several advantages.

13. Summer squash this is great with light cheese sauces.

14. Cheese cheese is recommended in limited amounts, preferably fresh. Aged cheese is not always preferred as the fats in aged cheese are damaged.

15. Eggs contain a blend of proteins and fats that satisfy hunger and combine well with carbs.

Not only these there are many other fat burning foods if you realize the real keys to healthy eating and weight loss. Include all the non starchy vegetables to your eating plan.

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