A Tighter Body On A Tight Budget
September 9th 2010 -
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Although most popular diet programs and regimen are heavy on the pocket, this does not mean that eating healthy requires you to break the bank.
There are many healthy foods that give you the nutrients without driving you nuts trying to stay on your budget. Here are your budget-friendly healthy alternatives:
1. Fresh and frozen fruits
The best tasting source of nutrition is fresh fruits in season. Otherwise, get your favorite fruits at their best anytime from the frozen fruit section of your supermarket.
2, Fish some protein
Instead of meat, get your protein serving from omega-3 rich sources such as tuna, salmon and sardines. Good for the heart, good for the pocket as well.
5. Bean this, bean that
Beans are rich in protein and rich in soluble fiber that help remove cholesterol and promote insulin reception. Beans are also known to prevent cancer.
6. Oh, oats
Oats lower cholesterol with its high fiber and complex carbohydrates — best for any weight loss regimen and it's heart healthy too!
7. Egg on
Eggs are a cheap source of protein and antioxidants. They also contain lutein and zeaxanthin which take care of your eyesight.
8. Put on a pot of potatoes
Potatoes have vitamin C and potassium (the sweet kind are rich in beta carotene). We all need vitamin C to boost our immune system. And of course we need potassium for good muscle nerves.
9. Go nuts
Nuts are packed with good fats, essential fatty acids, vitamin E and also protein. Snacking on nuts takes care of the hunger pangs in between meals. Thus, not making you eat unnecessarily in between meals.
10. Pump up on pumpkin
Pumpkin seeds are a good source of magnesium, protein and other trace minerals that the body needs.
11. Yes, coffee can…
…help ward off heart disease and cancer because it is rich in antioxidants.
12. Try a tofu treat
Tofu is a great protein source alternative and it also has lots of B vitamins and iron.
So…how do you manage balancing your diet and your budget??