Everyday,
new information about different foods is given an approval rating
by a clinical trial conducted by an accredited university. Despite
these medical findings, certain foods should be consumed in
moderation. Even though, it’s true that certain foods are associated
with defending the body against disease, too much of anything
is not always good. Not to mention, some foods consumed in mass
quantities can cancel out the advantages it may offer.
Review the following foods that have positive
and negative health benefits if not eaten within moderation.
Avocados
Positive: Avocados are nutritionally-rich in
antioxidants such as vitamins E, potassium, B6, C and folate.
Avocadoes are an excellent source of monounsaturated fat because
studies have found that it lower serum cholesterol levels when
substituted in place of saturated fats. They have been found
to have 60 percent more potassium per ounce than bananas do.
Negative: On the downside, a 7-ounce avocado
contains roughly 360 calories (about 50 calories per 1-ounce
slice). In three 3 ounces of guacamole, there are 110 calories.
Not toe mention, when avocado is prepared in guacamole; it comes
with excess caloric baggage. Between the refried beans, tortilla
chips and cheese, the calories are exorbitant.
Diet Tip: To indulge in the nutritional benefits
of avocados, consume in small dose.
Figs
Positive: Touted as the richest supply of fiber
potassium, vitamin manganese and B6, figs are known for their
high sources in antioxidants. Since figs are sodium-free and
fat-free and cholesterol-free, about a quarter-cup offers 244
milligrams of potassium, 53 milligrams of calcium as well as
1.2 milligrams of iron.
Negative: The drawback of figs can be found
in their excessive caloric value. The average fig ranges between
40 and 50 calories.
Diet Tip: To maximize vitamins, replace sugar
with chopped figs on either cold or hot cereal. |
