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On this page you will find inspirations that I have discovered in the kitchen. I hope these ideas resonate with you.
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High in antioxidants Antioxidants help stabilize harmful free radicals, which are compounds that can damage cells and cause chronic disease. In fact, by one estimate, the number of certain catechins in matcha is up to 137 times greater than in other types of green tea. Including matcha in your diet could increase your antioxidant intake, which may help prevent cell damage and even lower your risk of several chronic diseases. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/7-benefits-of-matcha-tea#1.-High-in-antioxidants 
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I often get muscle cramps in my calves at night and I have learned to get some relief by consuming foods that are high in potassium, magnesium and calcium. My go to after workout snack is a banana! Bananas are high in potassium and help relieve my cramps. In addition to bananas, the following foods also help: avocados, sweet potatoes, black beans, watermelon, melon, pickle juice, milk, orange juice, leafy greens, salmon and nuts/seeds.
https://www.webmd.com/pain-management/ss/slideshow-muscle-cramps-foods Do we need fats? YES! I've learned a bit about fats recently and here is a breakdown of the different types:
Saturated Fats This type of fat comes from dairy and beef. It is also found in baked goods and fried foods. It is generally solid at room temperature. The American Heart Association recommends limiting saturated fat to less than 10%. Unsaturated Fats Monounsaturated- This is found in olive, canola, peanut, sunflower and safflower oils, avocados, peanut butter and most nuts. It's also a part of some animal fats such as chicken, pork and beef. Polyunsaturated- This is found in sunflower, corn, soybean and cottonseed oils. It's also found in walnuts, pine nuts, flax and pumpkin seeds. Omega 3's and Omega 6's are essential fatty acids that our body can only get through diet.
Resources: Omega-3 Foods: Top 15 Plus Recommended Recipes - Dr. Axe (draxe.com) Dietary fat: Know which to choose - Mayo Clinic |
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