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Today We're on Cholesterol;

Cholesterol is a waxy type of fat, or lipid, which moves throughout your body in your blood...

What are super foods?

Foods that have a very high Nutritional Density. They provide a substantial amount of Nutrients and low in calories.

They contain a high amount of Minerals, vitamins and Antioxidants.

They include;
-Berries
-Green leafy vegetables
- Garlic
- Salmon
-Tumeric
-Alfalfa
- Super green foods ie. Alfalfa, Spirulina, chlorella

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IMMUNE BOOSTING TIPS

1. Eat a balanced diet- it ensures that you take the required nutrients in the right mount daily. It also prevents the occurrence of nutrient deficiency diseases which may lower the immune system.

2. Proteins- they are inportant in formation of immune cells. Antibodies / immunoglobulins are proteins in nature.

3. Eat foods rich in vitamin C. It is also important in prevention and treatment of respiratory tract infections. Found in Red, yellow and red fruits and vegetables , broccoli, cabbage and yellow sweet potatoes.

4.Take fermented products. They contain the good bacteria (Probiotics) which are vital for a healthy digestive system. They prevent symptoms like diarrhoea which may lead to nutrient loss.

5. Take whole grains. This is because the bran contains vitamins and minerals which are vital for a healthy immune system.

6. Morning sun is important for the body to produce vitamin D. It is vital for production of immune cells.

7. Take Garlic- it fights infections which may Lowe the immune system.

8. Exercise regularly for weight management. This will prevent obesity which is a risk to many diseases , which may further lower the immune system.

9. Avoid Alcohol. This is because the body uses energy to detox, hence affecting the normal immune function

10. Avoid smoking. To***co contains substances like ni****ne which interferes with the production of immune cells.

11. Observe proper hygiene measures to prevent infections which may further Lower the immune system.

12 . Lastly remember sleep is vital for the body to produce immune cells eg T - cells.

During sleep, your immune system releases proteins called cytokines, some of which help promote sleep. Certain cytokines need to increase when you have an infection or inflammation, or when you're under stress. Sleep deprivation may decrease production of these protective cytokines. In addition, infection-fighting antibodies and cells are reduced during periods when you don't get enough sl

DO YOU KNOW ABOUT DIETARY FIBRE

Its the indistible parts of a plant.Its not a nutrients but very important in our bodies as follows;
1. Improves digestion and bowel movements
2. Prevents constipation
3. Management of DIabetes- It delays digestion and absorption . Hence sugar enters the blood stream in bits preventing hyperglycemia.
4. Weight reduction and maintenance- Delays digestion and gives a feeling of fullness hence reducing appetite.
5. Reduces cholesterol

SOURCES
1.Whole grains eg Wheat, maize ,millet and sorghum
2.Fruits
3. Vegetables

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Health benefits of lemon
1.Lowering stroke risk. ...

2) Blood pressure. ...

3) Cancer prevention. ...

4) Maintaining a healthy complexion. ...

5) Preventing asthma. ...

6) Increasing iron absorption. ...

7) Boosting the immune system. ...

8) Weight loss.

Did you know the importance of good Nutrition?

Here you go
1. Builds the immune system
2. Prevents deficiency diseases
3. Management of chronic diseases
4. Prevent or delay complications in chronic illnesses
4. To achieve and maintain a healthy weight
5. Nourishing the body and provide energy
6. Plays a major role in prereventing chronic diseaes
7. Proper brain functioning and normal sleep patterns
8. To improve the quality of life
9. Proper growth and development in children
10. Delay or prevent the progression of disease from one stage to another

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