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A big part of getting and staying fit is eating the right foods. Let me help you by sharing my top 21 suggestions for your grocery list.

 

Complete proteins

1. Wild salmon — A great balance of fatty acids proven to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

2. Free range turkey breast — The leanest source of meat on the planet, with benefits such as cancer prevention through selenium.

3. Free range eggs — The best source of the vital nutrient choline for cell membrane health.

4. Yogurt/Kefir — Immune system booster and great for colon health.

5. Walnuts — A handful a day is packed with 90% of the recommended daily value of omega 3 fatty acids.

Fibrous fruits
and vegetables

6. Blueberries — Highest level of antioxidants available and great brain food for children.

7. Avocados — Helps lower cholesterol and protects against breast cancer. Aignificant source of Vitamin E and monounsaturated fatty acids.

8. Broccoli — Top cancer fighter of most foods.

9. Spinach — Best food to fight cataracts and macular degeneration.

10. Tomatoes — The nutrient lycopene is proven to reduce the risk of prostate cancer.

13. Onions — proper insulin response, prevents heart disease, prevent colon cancer, health bones.

When consulting my clients on which fruits to choose, I tell them the thinner the skin the better for you and the deeper the color the more antioxidants they usually have.

 

Whole grains and
starchy vegetables

14. Oats — Lower cholesterol.

15. Yams/sweet potatoes — Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, helps reduce the risks of diabetes.

 

Fats

16. Olive oil — Prevents the hardening of arteries, may lower cholesterol.

17. Coconut oil — My secret weapon! Take a look at http://raypeat.com/articles/articles/coconut--oil.shtml

Beverages

18. Water — Happy organs, improved digestive tract, may increase metabolism.

19. Green tea — Immune system booster, colon cleaner, antioxidant rich.

Sweeteners

20. Local honey — Fights allergies, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral.

Dessert

21. Dark chocolate — 1 oz. per day provides antioxidants.

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