As Women’s Health Month comes to a close, let’s examine the most powerful foods and nutrients that prevent dozens of ailments specific to women. The two biggies are omega-3s and fiber.
Omega-3s:
I cannot stress this enough— omega-3s are natural anti-inflammatories! They essentially help prevent every disease condition, and you learned this month, that they help prevent breast cancer, interstitial cystitis, PMS, and menopause. You also learned that they are essential for prenatal health. So load up on the following:
- Wild-caught salmon
- Flaxseed
- Walnuts
- Chia seeds
- Sardines
- Mackerel
- Basil
- Oregano
Fiber
Fiber is essential to maintain a healthy weight. You also learned this month how fiber helps ease menopause, PMS, and may help protect you against breast cancer. Beans, legumes, and a lot of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains are important here. Here are some top choices:
- Oats and oat bran
- Lima beans
- Adzuki beans
- Lentils
- Kidney beans
- Navy beans
- Raspberries
- Sweet peas
- Acorn squash
- Pears
- Prunes
- Avocados
Fiber and omega-3 are very central to the Mediterranean Diet. So, if there were any one diet I’d recommend, that would be the one! It also stresses limiting processed foods, which is imperative in order to achieve optimal health.
Apply these health tips and watch your health improve exponentially. If you combine these nutritional tips with regular exercise and stress management prioritization, you will feel fantastic—that I can promise you!
