Monday, June 17, 2013

15 Foods That Kill Belly Fat

15 Foods That Kill Belly Fat

Here are some foods that help you lose weight. Losing weight can be difficult, but with the right diet and exercise you can easily lose weight naturally.

There are certain foods that KILL belly fat and others that CAUSE belly fat and belly bulge.
Here are 15 that will flatten that bulge:

1. Avocados: These little suckers are loaded with two nutrients that are KEY to killing belly fat: hunger-crushing fiber 11 to 17 grams per avocado!, and monounsaturated fats, which studies have shown to actually “spot reduce” belly fat. Zowie!

2. Peanut Butter: Okay, not just peanut butter, but mostly any seeds and nuts and these are the best: pistachios, walnuts, almonds (or almond butter, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and flax seeds. Why? They keep you full and satisfied for long periods of time, and they’re stuffed with healthy, belly-burning fats and minerals.

3. Crisco: KIDDING! Just seeing if you were paying attention. That stuff is deadly. Healthy oils like olive oil, coconut oil and brand names like Udo’s Oil and Barlean’s Oil (I like the swirl flavors) actually help you burn fat by supplying healthy oils your body needs to burn body blubber.

4. These Veggies: I’ve got to thank my buddy Mike Geary for this one. Turns out certain vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, kale, and cabbage contain special phytonutrients, such as indole-3-carbinol (I3C), which help to fight against environmental estrogens that can add belly fat. Mom was right…eat your veggies!

5. Omelets: Eggs aren’t bad, they’re nutrient-dense and loaded with belly-burning protein, vitamins B6, B12, A, D, E, and K, folate, choline, lutein, calcium, iron, phosphorus, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids. Plus, they keep you full for long periods of time. Choose eggs that come from free-range chickens. You’ll get more healthy nutrients.

6. Dark Chocolate: That is not a typo. Dark chocolate is loaded with antioxidants with nearly eight times the number found in strawberries and it contains stimulants that can have a positive effect on fat burning, including theobromine and caffeine. It also contains a nice dose of oleic acid, which is a monounsaturated fat. Make sure to choose the 78% or higher cocoa levels for best results.

7. Oatmeal: Packed with fiber and whole-grain goodness, you can’t go wrong. Just be sure to avoid the processed, high-sugar junk out there and stick to slow-cook oats. Add a dash of cinnamon, some walnuts, berries, and a natural sweetener to taste. BAM! Good stuff.

8. Green Tea: Not only does it contain a potent antioxidant, many scientific studies have linked green tea to increased fat burning, including a report in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition that found green tea extract boosted the daytime metabolism of test subjects by 35- 43%.

9. Beans: Black beans, navy beans, refried beans, and lima beans all have 6 or more grams of fiber per ½ cup. Fiber can clean your system of pounds of “toxic waste” and reduce your belly bulge in a big way. See #5 for details.

10. Berries: Strawberries, raspberries and blackberries are loaded with fiber, which slows sugar absorption, and they’re packed with vitamins that can fight cravings. Note: cravings can come from vitamin deficiencies.

11. Cinnamon: Researchers have found that cinnamon contains a type of antioxidant that increases insulin sensitivity and effectively helps to stabilize blood sugar. Bottom line…you’ll store less belly fat.

12. Chilli Peppers: Studies have shown that the active ingredient in chili peppers and powder, something called capsaicin, increases calorie-burning, stabilizes blood sugar levels which decreases fat storage, and is a potent antioxidant. Add some of this “spice” to your life.

13. Yogurt: Most regular yogurt is bad for your belly. It’s loaded with belly-bulging sugar that you want to avoid. However, Greek yogurts like Stoneyfield Farms Oikos Greek Yogurt -plain- are loaded with probiotics that fight belly bulge. See #6.

14. Wild Salmon: Hands-down one of the best belly-blasting foods because of its protein and high omega-3 fatty acid content. This is like a “double shotgun approach” to killing belly fat. Many people are deficient in omega-3s and when they add them to their diet the fat can really start coming off.


15. Giant Turkey Legs: You got me. I’m pulling your leg. (Get it?) I’m not just talking about turkey meat (white preferred), but any lean protein source is a good belly-blasting food. This includes wild salmon, free-range chicken, whey protein powders, and most especially grass-fed beef because it contains natural CLA—a fat that studies have actually shown to burn fat. The interesting thing about protein is your body will burn off as much as 30% of its calories after you eat it.

Sunday, June 16, 2013

Turmeric, another natural cancer cure

Turmeric, another natural cancer cure.

Award winning drug chemist Shane Ellison discusses using turmeric as a first
line defense against cancer on the Creative Living Show with host Sheryl Borden

An extract found in curry spice turmeric can kill off cancer cells, scientists have shown.

Here is a BBC report on the effects of Turmeric:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/8328377.stm

Saturday, June 15, 2013

Top 10 Foods Highest in Iron

Top 10 Foods Highest in Iron
Iron's main purpose as a mineral circulates oxygen throughout the body. Iron deficiency, even a slight reduction, can cause anemia (fatigue/weakness), whilst more severe depletion can lead to organ failure. On the other hand, too much iron intake can lead to production of harmful free radicals, affecting heart and liver function and interfering with metabolism. However overdose is rare as the body is able regulate iron uptake and the harmful effects usually come from taking too many supplements. The safest and healthiest way to increase iron is by eating foods that are naturally rich with it. Iron is better absorbed from heme (meat) sources, but non-heme (plant) iron causes less damage to the body as it is easier to regulate. 18 milligrams (mg) is the recommended percent daily value. Below is a list of high iron foods. For more high iron foods see the lists of high iron foods by nutrient density, iron rich foods (heme and non-heme), and the list of fruits and vegetables high in iron.



  1. Mollusks Clams, Mussels, Oysters, Shrimp..  Other Mollusks High in Iron; Oysters , Cuttlefish , Whelk, Octopus , Mussels, Abalone  and Scallops.
 2. Liver; Pork, Chicken, Turkey, Lamb, Beef
 3. Squash and Pumpkin Seeds. Sesame, Sunflower , and Flax Seeds.
 4. Nuts; Cashew, Pine, Hazelnut, Peanut, Almond  Pine nuts, Hazelnuts, Peanuts , Almonds , Pistachios, and Macadamia.
 5. Beef and Lamb (lean cuts are preferable).
 6. Beans and Pulses;White Beans, Lentils, Soybeans, Kidney beans, Garbanzo beans (Chickpeas) and Lima beans, Navy , Black Beans, Pinto, and Black-eyed Peas.
 7. Whole Grains, Fortified Cereals, and Bran Iron, Quinoa, Oatmeal, Barley , Rice , Bulgur , Buckwheat, and Millet. Try to choose fortified cereals and those from whole grains but be careful to avoid the more advertised brands as they can contain high sugar content. Bran from whole grains can harm absorption of iron supplements.It is important to remember to avoid whole grains if taking iron supplements.
 8. Dark Leafy Greens; Spinach, Swiss Chard , Cooked Turnip Greens, Raw Kale, and Raw Beet Greens.
 9. Dark Chocolate and Cocoa Powder
 10.  Tofu without added calcium is better for iron absorption as calcium can inhibit the uptake of iron.

Saturday, June 1, 2013

6 Natural Pain Killers:

6 Natural Pain Killers:

1 - Ginger! (muscle pain)
2 - Apple Cider Vinegar! (heartburn)
3 - Clove! (toothache)
4 - Garlic! (earache)
5 - Cherries! (headache / joint pain)
6 - Fish! (stomach pain)
7 - Grapes (back pain)
8 - Yogurt (prevents PMS)
9 - Oats (Endrometrial)
10 - Salt (foot pain)
11 - Pineapple (digestive upsets)
12 - Peppermint (muscle pain)
13 - Turmeric (chronic pain)
14 - Flax Seed (breast pain / soreness)
15 - Horseradish (sinus)
16 - Tomato Juice (leg cramps)
17 - Blueberries (bladder infections)
18 - Honey (mouth sores)
19 - Water (injuries)
20 - Coffee (migraines)