There is an entire world of science secrets behind these fightin’ foods. We’ll barely scratch the surface. We believe knowing a little about why foods do what they do will keep you reaching for them or avoiding the dangerous ones to protect yourself. If you have a further interest or a scientific mind, go check the links to learn more.
Happy Eating!
Antioxidants: “Help prevent and remove damaging oxygen molecules from interacting with cellular molecules before they cause damage and lead to disease.”1
Make these foods a part of your kitchen and you’ll be grabbing protection all day.
Almonds
· Vitamin E- antioxidant
Berries
· High in anti-oxidants
Cauliflower
· Cancer Fighting
Fennel
· Cancer Fighting
Garlic
· Cancer Fighting
Green Tea
· EGCG one of the most powerful antioxidants in the world. It protects cells from being weakened.
Hazelnuts
· antioxidant phenolics
· Vitamin E- antioxidant
Kefir (like yogurt on Steroids)
· “Five times the probiotics (healthy, live bacteria) of yogurt and can defend your intestinal tract against pathogens.”2
Oats-
· Rich in antioxidants called phenols
Olive Oil
· Antioxidant- Protection from ulcers and gastritis.
Onions
· Antioxidant (high in quercetin)
· Anti-Viral
· Cancer Fighting
· Anti-Inflammatory
Oysters
· High in Zinc which protects your T Cells (a group of white blood cells)3
Red Wine
· High antioxidants
Spinach
· “Researchers have identified at least 13 different flavonoid compounds in spinach that function as antioxidants and as anti-cancer agents.”4
Sunflower Seeds
· Anti-inflammatory 5
Turmeric (Spice)
· Antioxidant. This super spice helps cells bounce back faster when sick.
Wheat Germ Oil
· Boosts Immune Function
· Repairs DNA
· Supports formation of red blood cells
· Helps absorb vitamin K
· “Wheat germ oil is an unrefined oil that is obtained from the germ of the wheat kernel. It is the richest source of Vitamin E than any other vegetable oil. It also has a high content of Vitamin A and Vitamin D. It is rich in protein and lecithin. It is very popular for external application due to its beneficial effects on the skin and hence is increasingly finding place in the manufacture of skin care products. Other benefits of wheat germ oil include its antioxidant properties and its effect in strengthening the immune system and restoring overall health.”6
Sources:
Source: Runners World Natural Defenses & Other Runners World Articles.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antioxidant
Reference Links:
1. Antioxidant- http://healthyeatingclub.com/info/articles/vitamins/phenols.htm
2. Kefir- Source: Runners World Natural Defenses
3. Oysters-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T_cell
4. Spinach-http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=43
5. Sunflower Seeds-http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=57
6. Wheat Germ-http://www.buzzle.com/articles/benefits-of-wheat-germ-oil.html
Happy Eating!
Antioxidants: “Help prevent and remove damaging oxygen molecules from interacting with cellular molecules before they cause damage and lead to disease.”1
Make these foods a part of your kitchen and you’ll be grabbing protection all day.
Almonds
· Vitamin E- antioxidant
Berries
· High in anti-oxidants
Cauliflower
· Cancer Fighting
Fennel
· Cancer Fighting
Garlic
· Cancer Fighting
Green Tea
· EGCG one of the most powerful antioxidants in the world. It protects cells from being weakened.
Hazelnuts
· antioxidant phenolics
· Vitamin E- antioxidant
Kefir (like yogurt on Steroids)
· “Five times the probiotics (healthy, live bacteria) of yogurt and can defend your intestinal tract against pathogens.”2
Oats-
· Rich in antioxidants called phenols
Olive Oil
· Antioxidant- Protection from ulcers and gastritis.
Onions
· Antioxidant (high in quercetin)
· Anti-Viral
· Cancer Fighting
· Anti-Inflammatory
Oysters
· High in Zinc which protects your T Cells (a group of white blood cells)3
Red Wine
· High antioxidants
Spinach
· “Researchers have identified at least 13 different flavonoid compounds in spinach that function as antioxidants and as anti-cancer agents.”4
Sunflower Seeds
· Anti-inflammatory 5
Turmeric (Spice)
· Antioxidant. This super spice helps cells bounce back faster when sick.
Wheat Germ Oil
· Boosts Immune Function
· Repairs DNA
· Supports formation of red blood cells
· Helps absorb vitamin K
· “Wheat germ oil is an unrefined oil that is obtained from the germ of the wheat kernel. It is the richest source of Vitamin E than any other vegetable oil. It also has a high content of Vitamin A and Vitamin D. It is rich in protein and lecithin. It is very popular for external application due to its beneficial effects on the skin and hence is increasingly finding place in the manufacture of skin care products. Other benefits of wheat germ oil include its antioxidant properties and its effect in strengthening the immune system and restoring overall health.”6
Sources:
Source: Runners World Natural Defenses & Other Runners World Articles.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antioxidant
Reference Links:
1. Antioxidant- http://healthyeatingclub.com/info/articles/vitamins/phenols.htm
2. Kefir- Source: Runners World Natural Defenses
3. Oysters-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T_cell
4. Spinach-http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=43
5. Sunflower Seeds-http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=57
6. Wheat Germ-http://www.buzzle.com/articles/benefits-of-wheat-germ-oil.html