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The 20 Best Foods To Eat For A Healthy Fit Body!
Tired of feeling like a slob? Want to feel like a lean, mean, energized machine? Just remember you are what you eat! And it's hard to be fit as a fiddle when your shaped like a Cello!! So learn to like these 20 foods and forget about the sugar and fat, and you will have sculpted arms and rock-hard abs in no time.
Salmon - Salmon (my personal favorite!) has lots of omega-3's which boost heart health and lots of protein which is crucial for building muscle and burning fat. This fish contains polyunsaturated fatty acids, which actually prevent obesity unlike saturated fats that cause obesity.
Blueberries - this fruit packs the most fiber, vitamins, and minerals per ounce than any other fruit. Blueberries are one of the most powerful antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals that can cause cancer and disease. The antioxidants can help with memory as well.
Oatmeal - One of my personal favorites!! Eating oatmeal in the morning not only provides you with hours of energy and fuel; it is also filled with immunity-boosting zinc to keep you from getting sick!! Oatmeal has also been proven to lower cholesterol and protect the heart. It also promotes weight loss with its high levels of soluble fiber. There is one catch; it can't be the high sugar flavored oatmeal that is highly marketing. Instead, stick to the plain ole' instant oats and add your own fruit and calorie-free sweeteners, if needed. Another excellent food that can be added into oatmeal is peanut butter. When peanut butter is melted into oatmeal, it tastes like a peanut butter oatmeal cookie, Yum!!!
Tomatoes - This "fruit" contains lycopene, which is another powerful antioxidant that can fight disease and cancer. It is most important for men since it has been shown to decrease prostate cancer. Tomatoes have very few calories so eat as many as you like.
Broccoli - This vegetable is one of the best. It contains lots of iron, calcium, fiber and vitamin C. These are nutrients that almost everyone needs more of. Eat broccoli steamed, raw with low-fat ranch dip or mix it in with stir-fry or on top of pizza. Just don't drench it in butter…
Spinach - Spinach is also loaded with fiber, calcium and almost a entire days worth of beta-carotene, which is excellent for the immune system and vision. Include it with artichoke for spinach-artichoke dip, just go light on the cheese.
Yogurt - Yogurt has all the benefits of milk plus active cultures that fight bacteria in your intestinal walls, which can keep you regular and keep you from getting sick. Yogurt also contains calcium, which has been shown to aid in weight loss. Just watch the sugar content of your yogurt to make sure it is not loaded with sugar. Yoplait Light Fat Free is a great choice, or any other low sugar yogurt preferably under 20 grams of sugar.
Almonds - These nuts are high in protein, fiber, and vitamin E, in turn they are great for your heart, digestive system and skin. They also have the healthy unsaturated fats, which help to prevent obesity by keeping you satisfied.
Whole-wheat Bread - Can't get enough fiber!!! By choosing whole-wheat over flour or white breads, you are avoiding the rapid spike in blood sugar that damages cell, causes excess fat storage, and can eventually lead to diabetes. Make sure the label lists 100% whole-wheat as the first ingredient. Choose whole-wheat and you will have more energy and feel full longer.
Beef - Lean beef contains muscle-building amino acids, iron, zinc, B6, B12, selenium, phosphorus, niacin, riboflavin, need I say more?? Just make sure you get lean beef by choosing cuts that have round or top like top sirloin steak and eye round roast.
Soy - Soybeans or "edamame" has the protein of meat, the fiber of whole-wheat and the antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, of the best fruits and vegetables. Soy nuts, soymilk and tofu are also great choices.
Sweet Potatoes - One of my personal favorites!! A four-ounce serving contains 100% of the daily need for beta-carotene. It also contains a hefty dose of iron, vitamin C, and vitamin E. Sweet Potatoes have also been shown to aid in muscle recovery after a tough workout. So eat em' baked, boiled, in potato salad, or cut them up for oven-baked fries. Topped with marshmallows is great for special occasions, such as Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Water - Water is crucial to health and weight loss. Water flushes toxins from your system, regulates body temperature, insulates joints, provides essential minerals, and prevents kidney stones. Water can help with weight loss by keeping you full. Almost half of the time, when you think you are hungry, you are actually just thirsty. Drinking a glass or two before a meal can help take the edge of your hunger. If you get tired of plain water, try with a lemon or lime, or add a calorie-free flavor packet to your water such as crystal light.
Milk - You know the saying "Milk does a Body Good". Milk not only provides calcium, but has also been shown to aid in weight loss as well as promoting muscle formation rather than fat storage. Choose skim or 1% for the most benefit.
Eggs - Eggs are full of protein and nutrients for muscle growth. Although eggs are known for there cholesterol, one or two a day is ok, as long as they are prepared healthfully such as hard-boiled or cooked without butter. Get an egg separator at a kitchen supply store and separate out the yolk to decrease the fat, or buy the liquid egg whites.
Green Tea - Green tea has been linked to cancer prevention, weight loss, as well as slowing the development of Alzheimer's. Drink it hot or cold. Also try the new Cinch green tea from Shaklee.
Black beans - These beans are packed with fiber, complex carbs, and protein all of which swell in your stomach to keep you full longer. And they have no saturated fat. All beans are good, but black have more fiber per serving than any other in the legume family.
Quinoa - What is this you ask?? Quinoa is something we should all get a little more familiar with because of it's excellent qualities. Quinoa is a whole-grain that has a light, mild flavor as well as more protein than any other grain. It also has the much-needed fiber and B vitamins. One more thing on quinoa, it has a hefty dose of heart-healthy unsaturated fats that help to conquer obesity.
Olive Oil - Olive oil should replace butter and lard anytime possible. Olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fat that may reduce the risk of heart disease. It has also been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties, meaning it can reduce pain and swelling just like a dose of ibuprofen.
Turkey Breast - Last but not least is the good ole turkey. Turkey is high in B vitamins, zinc and selenium. It has a lot of protein and not a lot of fat. Buy is skinless and you get 7 grams of muscle-building protein per ounce. So eat it on a wrap, sandwich, or just by itself.
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