Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Be Selective!!


Calorie Density


Thought for the day:
Why are some foods better than others? Research has uncovered many trends we can use. Here’s what to look for: Low calorie density. Your body doesn’t count calories — instead, it responds to the volume of food in your stomach. Fool your brain into satiety by choosing foods that have a lot of bulk but few calories — like fruits, vegetables and popcorn. This principle doesn’t just apply to snacks — a piece of fruit, a leafy green salad or a cup of soup before a meal will help you eat less during that meal too.
Read more: http://www.beliefnet.com/Health/Foods-That-Help-You-Lose-Weight.aspx?p=2#ixzz1oykvpeSW

Great Snack Idea:Nonfat plain yogurt, any fresh fruit, flax seed and a drizzle of honey.

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