From Fat for Fuel – A Guide to Nuts and Seeds Pumpkin Seeds If you’re in the mood for a crunchy snack that doubles as a phenomenal health food, look no further than pumpkin seeds. With a wide variety of nutrients ranging from magnesium and manganese to copper, protein, and zinc, pumpkin seeds are nutritional powerhouses wrapped up in a very small package. Like sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds also contain high levels of phytosterols and free radical–scavenging antioxidants. They are also high in fiber. Pumpkin seeds are a rich source of zinc which is important to your body in many ways, including immunity, cell growth and division, sleep, and mood. How to eat: Raw pumpkin seeds are great on their own. They are also a good addition to grain-free granola, salads, and soups, or freshly ground and added to your smoothie. Black Cumin Black cumin, also known as black seed, black caraway, onion seed, and Roman coriander, has a long history of use in traditional systems of medicine, including Ayurveda. It is important to understand that black cumin seeds are not the same as the cumin spice. Studies have looked into the potential health benefits of black cumin and found it to have antimicrobial, liver-protective, immune-supporting, analgesic, antispasmodic, and antioxidant properties. Black cumin may also have anti-obesity effects, including reductions in body weight and waist and hip circumference. How to eat: With a warm, slightly bitter flavor that tastes something like a blend of thyme, oregano, and nutmeg, black cumin is a palatable addition to your diet. You can add the seeds to casseroles, stir-fries, and salad dressings (try them mixed with lemon, cilantro, and tahini); sprinkle them on salads; or even add them to your coffee or tea. Psyllium Seed Husks If you’re looking for a healthy way to supplement your fiber intake, organic, whole-husk psyllium is a simple, cost-effective way to do it. Psyllium is a high-fiber food source that is actually the ground husks of the seeds of the Plantago ovata plant. It contains both soluble and insoluble fiber, which have a long list of important attributes that contribute to physical health. Please understand that using psyllium is not a replacement for eating plenty of fiber in the form of vegetables. How to eat: Psyllium is perfect for adding to smoothies, as it blends well and changes their texture, making them thicker. You can also mix one heaping tablespoon in a glass of water. Keep in mind that psyllium is a heavily sprayed crop, which means many common sources are contaminated with pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers. For this reason, be sure to only use organic psyllium husk, and make sure it’s 100 percent pure psyllium.
✔ Author(s): Dr. Joseph Mercola
✔ Title: Fat for Fuel: A Revolutionary Diet to Combat Cancer, Boost Brain Power, and Increase Your Energy
✔ Rating : 4.5 out of 5 base on (2454 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1401954243
✔ ISBN-13: 9781401954246
✔ Language: English
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✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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