Fast Facts for Being Healthy, Sexy and Strong

Here are a few fast facts for healthy living. Whether you are trying to lose weight, feel better, or just enjoy life a little more, these tips should give you an added boost. Learn how to reduce the risk for uterine and ovarian cancer by enjoying coffee and red wine, cut down on cravings for sweets, fight bad breath, and find out how beneficial tomatoes are, in just one, quick read.

Tomatoes as a Superfood

It is time to start taking tomatoes seriously and start giving them credit as a truly powerful superfood. No matter which kind you choose to savor, cherry, plum, grape or full size, tomatoes are incredibly high in both Vitamin C and Vitamin A. The best part is you don’t have to worry about portion control with tomatoes. You will not be consuming for than 35 calories per whole, full size tomato so you can pile a bunch onto a sandwich, stuff some into an omelet, or stir up a tasty little salsa treat, all guilt free.

Quick Tips to Fight Cancer

New studies are coming out all the time that are linking drinking coffee and tea to a lower risk of uterine cancer. Women who sip a few cups of either beverage have a lower risk than people who opt for other fluids throughout the day. As if you really needed any more incentive to enjoy your morning coffee.

Another study finished recently has shown that finding and consuming foods that contain the antioxidant apigenin can lower your risk for ovarian cancer. Apigenin can most notably be found in foods such as parsley, celery, and best of all, red wine.

Fight cancer with coffee and red wine. Does it get any better than that?

Fight your Sweet Tooth and Cut Down on Cravings for Sweets

Sugar cravings are often associated with lower than usual blood sugar levels. When this happens your body often desires the quick energy fix that can come from a sugary snack. Other times it may be driven by your emotions as sweets can be a popular comfort food. Either way you can fight back against these cravings by doing your best to consume balanced meals that are rich in complex carbs and protein.

Meals full of protein and complex carbs can go a long way in keeping your blood sugar levels steady and your cravings at a minimum. This doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a sugary treat from time to time, but this should keep you from binging. If you think your cravings are related to emotion, try going for a stroll outside or take a trip to the park. Getting your mind off things and getting outside can help prevent unnecessary overeating.

Prevent Bad Breath with Water

 
Obviously brushing your teeth and flossing will go a long way to keeping your breath fresh and your teeth healthy. However no matter how much your brush, dehydration can also cause bad breath. Keep mouth odor at bay by drinking lots of water throughout the day. The more water you drink, the more you will be able to boost saliva flow. Another tip is to consume a lot of fruits and veggies throughout the day as they contain healthy amounts of water within them.

That’s it and that’s all. There are some quick, easy tips that you can start using today. Fight bad breath, lower your risk of cancer, and start feeling better with these simple suggestions. They won’t take a lot of time out of your day, they won’t take a lot of planning , and they don’t have to be a hassle.

Enjoy, have fun, love life, and cheers to your health.

Tags: antioxidants, apigenin, bad breath, blood sugar levels, dehydration, ovarian cancer, sugar cravings, superfood, tomatoes, uterine cancer, Vitamin A, Vitamin C

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