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10 Foods That Aren't As Healthy As You Think

by Aam Coetzee

10 Foods That Aren't As Healthy As You Think

There are many foods that aren’t healthy at all that are perceived to be healthy. These are foods that aren’t healthy that often contain hidden sugars, or simply aren’t packed with as much nutritional goodness as they promise. Let’s take a look at the top 10 healthy foods that aren’t healthy: Cereal When producing cereal, many of the original vitamins and minerals get destroyed. To compensate, companies add synthetic ingredients to fortify the cereal. But even with this fortification, cereals aren’t as healthy as whole foods. Not to mention most cereals are loaded with sugar to improve the taste. Skim or Low-fat Milk Skim and low-fat milk may have fewer calories, but whole milk has more saturated and monounsaturated fats that have major benefits. These benefits include helping to keep you feeling full, supporting metabolism, and improving your body composition. Without the fat, skim and low-fat milk also have less fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K when compared to whole milk. Protein bars Many protein bars are not far off from normal candy bars. They’re filled with sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, trans fats, and artificial sweeteners. While the protein content is a good thing, it is usually outweighed by the bad ingredients of these bars.But this does not mean they are all bad; just make sure to read the label carefully before buying one. Sports Drinks These may be thought to be on the healthy side of things because they are designed for sport. But this is not the case whatsoever. While they may contain good things like minerals and electrolytes, they are also jam-packed with sugar and often contain more calories than sugary soft drinks. Whole-Wheat Bread Not all whole-wheat bread contains pure, whole grains. Even the ones labeled multi-grain usually still use refined flour for the most part. Egg-White-Only anything Egg yolks are healthy. Many people say they are not because they contain cholesterol. The truth is, as part of a healthy, balanced diet, eggs wont hurt they will only help. As for the cholesterol: your liver produces more cholesterol per day (about 1-2 grams) than you ingest through your diet. Furthermore, dietary cholesterol doesn't strongly correlate with blood cholesterol Fruit Juices These must be healthy because they are made with fruit, right? Wrong. While the fruit may be healthy when eaten whole, the health benefits quickly disappear when you squeeze out the juice and remove all the fibre. And even though the sugar found in fruit is better than the refined sugar in processed foods, too much of it is also unhealthy. To make matters worse, the bottled fruit juice we buy in the stores usually has added sugar and preservatives to make them taste better and last longer. Fat-Free Foods As you should know by now, fat doesn’t make us fat, sugar does. Fats are important for everything from brain- and metabolic function, to better weight loss. When producing fat-free foods, companies often add trans fats, sugar and artificial sweeteners to get them to taste better, which can lead to weight gain and serious health problems. Most Yogurt Many low-fat and fat-free yoghurts contain loads of sugar, once again to add some flavour and taste. Others use artificial sweeteners, which may also spike your blood sugar and insulin levels. Dried Fruit They are basically just candy with fibre. While it may be better for you than normal sweets, it still contains a lot of sugar and chemicals to improve shelf life. And because its dried, it contains more calories per gram than normal fresh fruit. Why these foods aren’t healthy for me? Because most of them contain sugar and artificial sweeteners, they tend to cause blood sugar levels to fluctuate. When this happens, the body releases more insulin to try and maintain balanced blood sugar levels. When there is so much sugar and insulin in the body, it can have negative effects like weight gain, and also lead to serious health issues like diabetes, kidney problems, and heart problems. Manage blood sugar levels with Manna Blood Sugar Support Take Manna Blood Sugar Support to help control blood sugar levels the natural way without any side effects. You can use Manna Blood Sugar Support in conjunction with any other medication.

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Healthier Drinks For Better Weight Loss

by Marthinus Opperman

Healthier Drinks For Better Weight Loss

When we are trying to be healthier, we usually nit-pick our food very carefully, which is good. But there are healthy drinks for weight loss as well. However, whilst doing this, we often forget to look at what we drink… Since a drink doesn’t really make us feel any fuller, we tend to forget that they can be just as jam-packed with sugar as unhealthy foods, and may easily send our calorie count soaring! Luckily these drinks can be replaced with healthier drinks for weight loss. Here are drinks to replace with healthier drinks for weight loss: Sugary Soft Drinks These are the obvious culprits, and the first to come to mind when talking about unhealthy drinks. I don’t even need to tell you how bad these are, but just to remind you: about 7 teaspoons of sugar in one small can of cola! Rather Drink: Tea Soda. How to Make Basic Tea Soda: Steep 2 tea bags of your favourite tea in 3 cups of boiling water.it chill by putting it in the fridge or freezer.Add 1 cup of sparkling mineral or soda water. There are countless other healthy, homemade recipes to try out online! Fruit Juice You might say that you will just pick freshly squeezed fruit juice instead of the ones with added sugar, right? Well, consider this: An apple only has about 3 teaspoons of sugar in it, but how many apples do you need for a glass of apple juice? 2-3 Apples only give you a medium-sized glass of juice. This way, the sugar quickly adds up! Rather Drink: Lemon Water with some freshly squeezed lemon juice or some bottled lemon juice. Sports Drinks Sports are healthy, so sports drinks are too, right? This cannot be more wrong. Although they claim to have added benefits like vitamins, minerals, and electrolytes – these are all artificial versions created in a laboratory. And the sugar content is just astonishingly high! Rather Drink: Coconut Water. It is a great drink to stay hydrated and keep energy levels up naturally. Flavoured Milk and Milkshakes Although milk itself may be healthy, all the added sugar and ingredients that go into flavoured milk – not to mention the ice cream that goes into milkshakes – make it something to limit to special occasions. Rather Drink: Homemade flavoured milk and milkshakes. Chocolate Milk:Two teaspoons of cocoa powder or cacao nibs melted in a little hot milk. Vanilla Milk:One teaspoon of organic vanilla essence stirred into a glass of milk. Fruity Milkshakes:Use fruits like strawberries or bananas blended with milk to make healthy smoothies.Add a couple of cubes of frozen coconut cream and blend, to get the milkshake effect.Iced Teas and Coffees Stay away from store-bought iced tea and iced coffee, as it is filled to the brim with sugar and preservatives. Rather Drink: Homemade Iced Tea or iced coffee. It is super easy to make, just make your favourite tea in a big jug, add some ice, and sweeten with some honey if needed. The same goes for coffee. How about a healthy meal in a glass? Our Manna Low GI Shake is formulated to allow you to skip a meal without losing the needed nutrients and energy, helping you lose weight in an easy and effective way. It also helps manage your blood sugar levels. The Manna Low GI Shake comprises of 6 ingredients which are high in fiber, protein, and minerals like calcium, magnesium and potassium. Our shake has been proven to help curb food cravings, suppress appetite, and satisfy you for longer. It couldn’t be easier to lose weight. All you do is choose your favourite flavour of Manna Low GI Shake, add it to milk, water or juice, mix it and there you have a healthy meal in a glass. As simple as that! We don’t use any artificial sweeteners or preservatives. The new Shake is gluten-free, lactose-free, Non-GMO, soy-free. Also, the shake is suitable for Vegan’s, Vegetarians and Diabetics.

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How to Break Bad Eating Habits

by Freda Coetzee

How to Break Bad Eating Habits

The biggest barrier to eating healthy is getting started breaking bad eating habits, and then sticking to a healthy lifestyle The reason for this is often that bad eating habits outshine the good ones. It can be very difficult to break these bad eating habits. But with these 16 Tips, breaking those bad eating habits and slimming down will be a cinch! Eat more fruits and veggies Eat at least one more vegetable or fruit at every meal. Here’s how… Keep cut-up raw veggies in the front of the fridge and fruit on the counter where you’ll see it. Have healthy dips on hand, like hummus, peanut butter, and low-fat yogurt. Load extra veggies into your sandwiches, pizzas, salads, soups, and omelettes. Pureed veggies like butternut squash can thicken the soup and other dishes and add nutrients to them. Mix cauliflower puree in with mashed potatoes. Eat less fast food Try to reduce fast-food temptations completely or to at least choose the healthiest option. Do it like this… Take a different route to avoid seeing drive-through restaurants. Keep fruit or nuts with you to tide you over until you get home or to work. If you can’t resist, choose lower-calorie options like grilled chicken or low-fat chilli, and look for fruit or veggie options like a plain salad as a side. Order regular or small sizes, and avoid value meals. Sip water instead of sugar cool drinks or fruit juices. Snack healthier Snacks are good for you, as long as they are healthy ones. Here are some ideas for healthy snacks… Instead of reaching for cookies or chips, enjoy a small handful of nuts or trail mix, or low-fat yogurt. Take advantage of fresh fruit in season. Citrus fruits like oranges are especially good because they take time to peel and eat. Eat pretzels or a few whole-wheat crackers with low-fat cheese. Only snack when you’re really hungry – not just bored or stressed – and only eat one serving. Eat out less Plan every day so your only option isn’t a restaurant. Let’s see how you can dine-in with ease… Use a slow cooker so a hot, healthy meal is ready and waiting for you when you come home at dinner time. Cook more than you need, and freeze half. Then you’ll have frozen meals you can take out whenever you need them. You can even make easy-to-fix healthy breakfasts – like oatmeal with fruit – for lunch or dinner. Avoid mindless eating Eat only when you’re actually hungry. To stop mindless eating… When you feel satisfied, but before you feel full, stop eating – even if there’s still food on your plate! Don’t sit in front of the TV or computer when you eat. Multitasking leads to overeating. Pay attention to your food. When you tune in to your appetite signals, you’re less likely to eat just because you’re bored. Snack less at work Get unhealthy snacks out of your office – or at least out of plain sight. If you want to avoid snacking at your desk… You’ll eat less if you don’t have food within easy reach. If you tend to graze mindlessly at work, don’t keep food at your desk. Keep it at least 6 feet away from where you sit. The distance makes you think each time you grab a bite. Take time for a real lunch break, away from your desk. Eat smart at restaurants Just like eating at home, planning can help you make smarter choices in restaurants. Plan your dine-out experience… Find one that serves a children’s menu or smaller portion sizes. Don’t let yourself get so hungry that you overeat. Have a healthy snack beforehand. Start with a clear (not creamy) soup or salad. Cut your meal in half and take one-half home. Or split an entrée with a friend. Ask the waiter not to bring any bread to your table. Drink less sugar We often forget to count the drinks we drink intro our calorie intake. Give up one sugary drink a day… Cutting just one can of regular cola means losing more than 30 grams of sugar – or about 8 teaspoons – from your diet. Replace cool drinks and other sugary drinks with water or unsweetened tea. Eat breakfast every day If you’re too rushed in the morning to make breakfast, take it with you to eat at school or work. Portable breakfast items can include granola or breakfast bars, containers of yogurt, instant oatmeal packets, or pieces of fresh fruit. Even if you don’t like typical breakfast foods, it’s important to eat something in the morning to get the metabolism going. You can also take the Manna Low GI Shake as a meal replacement in the morning. The difference between meal replacement and protein shakes… Plan to eat right Don’t give up on healthy eating just because you’re out of time. Have a healthy-eating plan in place for days when you work late or have errands to run. You can be prepared for healthy eating by starting with… Keep nutritious snacks with you, like trail mix, whole grain cereal, or fruit. Keep healthy foods in your freezer. Learn which restaurants and supermarket delis have salad, soup, or grilled chicken so if you have to eat “to go,” you can make healthy choices. Eat smart at parties Eat a healthy snack before you go, so you won’t overeat at the buffet. And when you get there… Fill a small plate with at least half fruit and veggies. Limit your portions of desserts and high-calorie dishes to just a taste – a bite or two.Once you’ve eaten, step away from the food. If you have a conversation around the buffet table, it’s too tempting to just keep snacking.Drinks can be high in calories, too. Whether you’re drinking alcohol or cool drinks, use moderation.Keep track of what I eat Keep a food journal to pay attention to what you eat and how you feel when you eat it. You may be surprised by your eating habits. You can write down your meals or download an app for your smartphone or tablet. You don’t have to track your meals every day. Just track it one day a week or for a few days to get an idea of what and how you eat. Learn to say “No” Stay strong when it comes to healthy eating. The waiter might tell you that you can’t have sauce on the side. Your coworker might pressure you to try her homemade treats. But remember that every bite adds up, so it’s important not to give in over and over! Explain why you’re saying no if you want to – or just politely decline. You don’t owe people an explanation, but you owe yourself good health. How not to overeat Think small. Trade your large plates and silverware for small ones. You can extend this method of eating by… Use a tablespoon, not a serving spoon, to dish out portions. Think about what you put on your plate to make sure you really want it. Serve from the stove instead of the table, so second helpings aren’t right in front of you. Eat slowly so your body has time to tell your brain you’re full. Find support to eat healthily It’s easier to be strong when you have family or friends on your side. Ask a buddy or family member to eat healthy with you. Hold each other accountable. Don’t make healthy meals or snacks just for yourself but let your family eat what they want. Everyone should eat healthily. Then if someone is tempted to slip, the whole team is there for support. Use technology to download an app or find a website that will keep you on track. Balance your blood sugar levels Possibly the best way to break bad eating habits is by ensuring your blood sugar levels stay balanced. Follow the Manna Diet. It lends itself to a low-carb roadmap that can help you eliminate the bad carbs and sugar from your diet and beat the cravings. Add to this a good exercise routine, and taking 1 or 2 Manna Blood Sugar Support  tablets with each meal, and you have yourself a winning recipe to take control of your blood sugar levels!

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How to Choose The Right Carbs for Weight Loss

by Freda Coetzee

How to Choose The Right Carbs for Weight Loss

There has been a lot of controversy about carbohydrates and whether or not we should eat carbs for weight loss. Well, the bottom line is that we can actually eat carbs, BUT we have to make sure that we are eating the right carbs for weight loss. We do need carbs seeing that they are the fuel for our body’s energy production system. But in order to only eat the right carbs, we need to know the difference between them and know how to use it to our advantage… What’s the difference between Simple Carbs and Complex Carbs? Simple carbs break down very quickly into sugar, which means that they give you instant high levels of energy. Unfortunately, they also cause your sugar and energy levels to crash just as quickly. Stay away from these carbs! Complex carbs take a lot longer to break down, which means they give you sustained energy over a longer period of time, without the nasty crash at the end. These are the carbs you should be eating! How do I choose the “right” carbs for weight loss? Here are 12 helpful hints for making sure we stick to complex carbs and stay away from simple carbs for weight loss… 1. Read the Label The nutritional label is your friend. It can help you to easily spot any sugar or simple carbs, which usually includes things like: Sucrose Fructose Dextrose Maltose As a rule of thumb, the higher up they appear in the ingredients list, the more added sugar the food has. 2. Avoid ALL simple carbs? While the easy answer would be “yes”, it is not that simple. While most processed foods that contain unhealthy refined carbs can be relatively easy to spot and to exclude from your diet, some healthy foods also contain natural forms of refined sugar. An example of this is the lactose, which is milk sugar, which is found in dairy. 3. Pick Whole-Grain Bread White bread and certain brown bread are filled with refined carbs. Even though many breads claim they are high in fibre and are healthy for you, you should rather opt for whole-grain bread made out of barley, oats, whole wheat, and rye. 4. The Truth About Fruit Yes, fruit does contain simple carbs. But because they contain so much dietary fibre, it balances out. The fibre helps the body process the sugar more slowly, so it does not cause such big sugar spikes. However, you should not eat too many fruits, and also try and stay away from fruit juices as these usually don’t have enough fibre in them to help counter the effect of the sugar. 5. Don’t Forget to Watch What You Drink We often only look at what we eat and neglect the carbs and sugar in the drinks we drink. These can easily add up as they can be jam-packed with refined sugar, and are usually empty calories. Alcoholic beverages are also usually quite high in sugar, as alcohol is, in essence, a form of sugar. When you do go out for drinks, make sure to keep moderation in mind. 6. Autumn Foods Certain foods that are often associated with fall, such as sweet potatoes, pumpkin, and squash, are great sources of complex carbohydrates. 7. Beware of Sweeteners Although you might only put a few teaspoons of sweetener into your coffee or tea, or just sprinkle a light layer of sugar onto your porridge in the morning, these can add up. Brown sugar, maple syrup, molasses, honey, and even things like agave nectar are all sources of simple carbs. 8. Add Some Beans Kidney, white, black, garbanzo, and pinto beans are all good sources of fibre and complex carbs. Other good sources of these are lentils and split peas. 9. Popcorn: A Healthy Treat? Many people assume that popcorn is unhealthy, but the truth is that it is a whole grain and thus a good complex carb. However, make sure it is air-popped popcorn and not those with added salt and fat like you get at the movie theatre. 10. Exotic Grains Who said healthy food has to mean boring food? Try some interesting whole grains like quinoa, millet bulgur, and triticale. 11. The Right Rice Not all rice is unhealthy; in fact, brown rice is classed as a whole grain and is loaded with fibre. White rice, on the other hand, can be very unhealthy as it is a refined carbohydrate. 12. Slow down the Carbs Whatever types of carbs you eat, slowing down the uptake of energy (glucose) from the food to the bloodstream will help you to have more energy for longer and also help to control your blood sugar levels. Take the Manna Blood Sugar Support supplement with each meal, no matter what you eat, because this product will help to slow release the energy of the food and therefore help to curb cravings and suppress appetite. Stop the Cravings with Manna Blood Sugar Support It helps to reverse insulin resistance. Normalize blood sugar levels. Helps to retard the uptake of glucose. Assist the body to require less insulin. Keep your energy level high.

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