Fired Up For Life - Greg Gerrie

YOUR BILLION DOLLAR BODY

Our body is absolutely amazing!

Question:

What would you sell your right arm for?

$50,000?

$250,000?

What about just one eye?

OK OK, what would you sell just one leg artery for?

Maybe $10,000? hmmmmmmm

You wouldn't sell your body parts because they're so valuable, yet we often treat our body like trash.
We don�t exercise
We dump pop, coffee, sugar, alcohol, chemicals, etc down the hatch and we expect our body to filter it all without doing damage.
And we inhale smoke from burning tobacco.

...And here�s the worse part - WE JUSTIFY IT!!!

OK, enough lecturing. Here�s the goal of this link.
Educate you.
Inspire you.
Exhort you.
Here we go!

58 Foods for Maximum Health

fruit

1. prunes
2. raisins
3. blueberries
4. blackberries
5. strawberries
6. raspberries
7. apples
8. kiwi
9. cantaloupe
10.plums
11.red bell peppers
12.oranges
13.red and white grapes
14.avocado
15.cranberries
16.papayas

nuts

1. walnuts
2. almonds
3. macadamia
4. pecans

grains
1. brown rice
2. quinoa
3. millet
4. whole-wheat
5. Amaranth
6. barley
7. oats

meats
1. cold water fish
salmon, tuna, mackerel, sardines, herring
2. Turkey
3. chicken

drinks

1.brown rice milk
2.soy milk
3.jasmine tea
4.green tea
5.peppermint tea
6.chamomile tea
7.fresh fruit and vegetable juice
8.red wine
9.apple cider vinegar

oils
1.flax seed
2.olive
3.canola
4.Udo�s oil,
5.Nature�s balance

herbs and spices

1. ginger
2. garlic
3. spirulina
4. parsley
5. turmeric

Notes:

limit intake of sugar and white flour
heated oils lose nutritional value
supplement with good multi-vitamin
also take greens powder in smoothie (good time to add oil)

Anti-Aging FOODS
Scientists at the USDA have developed a rating scale that measures the antioxidant content of various plant foods. The scale is called ORAC, which stands for Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity. They discovered that a small group of "super foods" have up to twenty times the antioxidant power of other foods. Even more amazing, these foods provide more antioxidant power than mega-doses of vitamin supplements! In studies with animals, those that were fed high-ORAC foods had lower biological ages as measured by memory, balance, and capillary strength.

It is recommended that one eat foods containing at least 3,000 ORAC units a day, which is not difficult, since 1/2 cup of blueberries contain 2,400 units. So mix it up and eat the ones you like, and just a few prunes or raisins every day combined with some of the other high ORAC foods and you are easily over 3,000. And as noted in the table below, four fruits are at the top of the list.

FOOD	ORAC Score
Prunes Raisins Blueberries Blackberries Kale Strawberries Spinach Raspberries Brussels Sprouts Plums Alfalfa Sprouts Broccoli Florets Beets Oranges Red Bell Peppers Red Grapes Cherries	5,770 2,830 2,400 2,036 1,770 1,540 1,260 1,220 980 949 930 890 840 750 710 739 670

Essential Fatty Acids (EFA�s)
There are two different groups of fatty acids--essential and non-essential. As the name suggests, essential fatty acids need to be provided by your diet. Your body can't live without them. EFAs are essential for rebuilding and producing new cells and reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, and coronary heart disease (#1 killer in North America). EFA�s also help reduce blood pressure, aid in prevention of arthritis, lower cholesterol, reduce the risk of blood clots, and improve skin and hair.

There are two basic categories of EFA's: Omega-3 and Omega-6.

Omega-6 EFA's are found in raw nuts, seeds, legumes and sesame and soybean oil.

Omega-3 EFA's are found in fresh deepwater fish, fish oil, and certain veggie oils such as flaxseed and canola oils. Olive oil contains some of both. These oils must be consumed in pure liquid or supplement form and must not be subjected to heat, which not only destroys essential fatty acids but may cause other negative health issues. Note: All oils should be checked to be sure they were cold-pressed and not heated�if it doesn�t say it was then beware.

Why supplement with EFA's? Failure to eat enough EFA's is a cause of hardening of the arteries, abnormal blood clot formation, coronary heart disease, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. EFA's are polyunsaturated fat and super polyunsaturated fat and are utilized as building materials for cell membranes in all cells in the body. EFA's also produce prostaglandins, hormone-like elements required for energy metabolism, cardiovascular and immune system health.

How can you make sure you�re getting your EFA�s? Eating salmon three-four times a week would be a great help along with the aforementioned nuts, legumes, and oils. Taking an oil supplement from your local health food store (Udo�s Oil is very popular and well respected in Canada) regularly in a shake is an easy and important way to get your EFA�s.
NINE FOODS THAT FIGHT CANCER
From "The Doctor and The Word."

Researchers are discovering numerous anti-cancer compounds in foods. Some prevent a cell from developing into malignancy while others tend to block the blood supply to the cancer. There are nine (9) different classes of foods that are showing particular promise. The following list will give you a quick reference to these.

CHILE PEPPERS: a chemical, capsaicin, may neutralize certain cancer-causing substances (nitrosamines) and may help prevent cancers such as stomach cancer. Jalapenos and hot peppers are good sources of this chemical.

GARLIC & 0NIONS: contain allium compounds (dialyl sultides) which increase the activity of immune cells that fight cancer and indirectly help break down cancer causing substances. Chives also contain this chemical.

GRAPES: contain ellagic acid. This compound blocks enzymes that are necessary for cancer cells; this can slow the growth of tumors. Grapes also contain compounds that can prevent blood clots and another substance in grape skins (resveratrol ) prevents deposition of cholesterol in arteries.

ORANGES AND LEMONS contain Iimonene which stimulates cancer-killing Immune cells (lymphocytes, e.g.). Also breaks down cancer-causing substances. Limes and celery also fall into this category though are less potent.

LICORICE ROOT a chemical, glycyrrhizin, blocks a component of testosterone and therefore may help prevent the growth of prostate cancer. This is the root of licorice (not the candy form). Caution: excessive amounts can lead to elevated blood pressure.

TOMATOES: contain lycopene, an anti-cancer substance. Also vitamin C, an antioxidant which can prevent cellular damage that leads to cancer. Watermelons, carrots, and red peppers also contain these substances.

TEAS: contains certain antioxidants known as polyphenols (catechins) which prevent cancer cells from dividing. Green tea is best, followed by our more common black tea (herbal teas do not show this benefit).

SOYBEANS: contain genistein which may cut off the blood supply to cancer cells. May be especially helpful for breast and ovarian cancer as it can block certain estrogen receptors. Choices include tofu, soy flour and miso. Peanuts, mung beans, and alfalfa sprouts contain lesser amounts of this chemical.

BROCCOLI AND CABBAGE contain multiple cancer fighting chemicals (indoles for example). Indoles can affect estrogen converting it to a benign form that will not stimulate abnormal breast cancer cells. Brussels sprouts and cauliflower also fall in this category.

GLYCEMIC INDEX
The glycemic index (GI) of food is a ranking of foods (high in carbohydrates) based on their immediate effect on blood glucose (blood sugar) levels. Carbohydrate foods that breakdown quickly during digestion have the highest glycemic indexes. Their blood sugar response is fast and high. Carbohydrates that breakdown slowly, releasing glucose gradually into the blood stream, have low glycemic indexes. Essentially, the glycemic index is based on how quickly a particular food is digested, metabolized and then released into the bloodstream as glucose. The numbers below are based on glucose, which is given a value of 100---other carbs are given a number relative to glucose.
Note: The glycemic index was originally developed for diabetics to help them maintain a consistent blood sugar level.
What is the significance of Glycemic Index?

Low GI means a smaller rise in blood sugar and can help control established diabetes

Low GI diets can help people lose weight and lower blood lipids

Low GI diets can improve the body's sensitivity to insulin

High GI foods can help re-fuel carbohydrate stores after exercise
How to switch to a low GI diet

Breakfast cereals based on wheat bran, barley and oats

"Grainy" breads made with whole seeds

Pasta and rice in place of potatoes

Vinegar and lemon juice dressings

GLYCEMIC INDEXES OF COMMON FOODS

Breads & Grains
waffle - 76
doughnut - 76
bagel - 72
wheat bread, white - 70
bread, whole wheat - 69
cornmeal - 68
bran muffin - 60
rice, white - 56
rice, instant - 91
rice, brown - 55
bulgur - 48
spaghetti, white - 41
whole wheat - 37
wheat kernels - 41
barley - 25
Cereals
Rice Krispies - 82
Grape Nuts Flakes - 80
corn Flakes - 77
Cheerios - 74
shredded wheat - 69
Grape Nuts 67
Life - 66
oatmeal - 61
All Bran - 42
Fruits
watermelon - 72
pineapple - 66
raisins - 64
banana - 53
grapes - 52
orange - 43
pear - 36
apple - 36
Starchy Vegetables
potatoes, baked - 83
potatoes, instant - 83
potatoes, mashed - 73
carrots - 71
sweet potatoes - 54
green peas - 48
Legumes
baked beans - 48
chick peas - 33
butter beans - 31
lentils - 29
kidney beans - 27
soy beans - 18
Dairy
ice cream - 61
yogurt, sweetened - 33
milk, full fat - 27
milk, skim - 32 Snacks
rice cakes - 82
jelly beans - 80
graham crackers - 74
corn chips - 73
life savers - 70
angel food cake - 67
wheat crackers - 67
popcorn - 55
oatmeal cookies - 55
potato chips - 54
chocolate - 49
banana cake - 47
peanuts - 14
Sugars
honey - 73
sucrose - 65
lactose - 46
fructose - 23
Beverages
soft drinks - 68
orange juice - 57
apple juice - 41

More will be added over time...


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