Wish you looked a few years younger? Look no
further than your dinner plate. The foods that you regularly eat noticeably
contribute to how you look and feel. Read on for the anti-aging foods that
really make a difference…
Fruits & Veggies
You’ll want a healthy helping of fruits and vegetables.
Especially if you want skin that makes people wonder if you and your children
are brothers and sisters.
What kind of fruits and vegetables can help you
out? When it comes to your skin’s health, any fruit or vegetable is useful.
Just remember that the more color a fruit has, the more nutrients it holds. The
more nutrients, the better it is for your skin!
A few of the best include the following:
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avocados—they provide healthy, monounsaturated
fats that help your skin stay well hydrated
•
oranges—full of cell-hydrating water, vitamin C
does double duty by helping create collagen, which keeps your skin plump and
smooth
•
grapes—a particular chemical called resveratrol
comes from grape skins and is remarkably efficient at fighting inflammation and
bringing the aging process to a nice, slow pace
•
pomegranates—on top of fighting free radicals,
they help preserve the collagen you’ve worked so hard to get in the first place
•
blueberries—they’re small and full of antioxidants
that fight the damage to your skin caused by free radicals, sun damage, and
stress
•
kale and spinach—these and other leafy greens
serve to protect against damage done to your skin by the sun, improve your
skin’s elasticity (which helps you look younger), and keep your skin as
hydrated as possible
•
cauliflower and Brussels sprouts—they may not
look like much, but they’re loaded with antioxidants and reduce your risk of
cancer and give your immune system a boost, while cauliflower even works to keep
your teeth whiter
And a Little Grain It’s
hard to eat meal after meal without getting a little bit of grain in your diet.
Fortunately for you, there is a way to make your grain intake lend your skin a
helping hand. How? By eating oats. Oats, such as those found in oatmeal, are
made up of complex carbohydrates and are low on the glycemic scale. Eating oats
is particularly helpful for looking younger, as they help you feel full longer
and avoid putting on age-increasing pounds. Additionally, oats are full of
plant-based chemicals that are responsible for preventing skin cell damage.
When you have healthier skin, you have a healthier you who looks young and
happy and is ready to take on the world!
To look even younger, a challenging and
consistent exercise program is a must. Here’s why…
Exercise is the only proven way to drastically
combat aging and to regain your youthful body. In fact, most people are able to
regain up to 1/3 of their muscle strength and mass after participating in an
exercise program for just a couple of months. Many studies have also shown that
seniors who exercise regularly live longer than those who don’t. Isn’t that
amazing!
Call or email us today and we’ll get you started
on an exercise plan that’s designed to get you looking and feeling younger than
you have in decades!
Drop Your Excuses!
Come on, your excuses for being out-of-shape are
getting old. Yes, getting up off that couch and into a gym may be intimidating.
And, yes, it takes effort. But it’s worth it.
Focus on the big reason why you want to transform
your life and body through exercise. Make a list of the benefits you’ll enjoy
once you achieve your goal, and read these each morning.
Remember that you can only have two things in
life: excuses or results. Which do you want?
Don’t allow excuses to ruin your life any longer.
Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos
Here’s a simple, delicious dinner that your whole
family will love. Simply throw the chicken ingredients into the slow cooker in
the morning, and come home to a healthy, flavorful meal.
Servings: 8
Here’s what you need:
•
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
•
3 bell peppers (any color), thinly sliced
•
1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
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1 (4oz) can green chiles, chopped (I use mild!)
•
1 (14oz) can diced tomatoes
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1 (16oz) jar green salsa
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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¼ cup cilantro, chopped plus more for garnish
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1 Tablespoon ground cumin
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1 Tablespoon chili powder
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1 Tablespoon fajita seasoning
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2 teaspoon sea salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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Large lettuce leaves
•
Avocado, sliced
1
Combine all of the ingredients, except the
lettuce leaves and avocado, in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 5
hours.
2
Remove the chicken thighs, shred with a fork, and
mix back in. Serve, using a slotted spoon, on the lettuce leaves. Garnish with
sliced avocado, chopped cilantro and a sprinkle of fajita seasoning.
3
Enjoy!
Nutritional Analysis: One
serving equals: 202 calories, 6g fat, 589mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate, 5g fiber,
and 20g protein.
Call today for a consultation and assessment!
Phone: 219-548-3480
Web: Pumpsfitnessinc.com
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