Our Area Captain visited and presented a program on
SUPER FOODS
Super Foods are colorful plant based foods and some fish.
The are high in fiber and low in calories and fat.
Often, they consist of complex carbohydrates.
There are health benefits to eating Super Foods including
cancer risk reduction and blood sugar regulation.
The following are Super Foods:
Cruciferous Veggies (Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cabbage)
Tea
Tomatoes
Beans (Legumes)
Flax Seed
Berries
Nuts
Soy Foods
Whole Grains
Dark Leafy Greens
Grapes (Dark Colored)
Salmon
Dark Chocolate
Pomegranates
How do you increase your intake of these Power Foods?
Eat a variety of colors.
Buy at least 5 different fruits & veggies when you next shop.
Try new recipes.
Stock up on whole grains, nuts and tea.
Buy fresh fish.
Splurge on dark choclolate! (Reminder - serving size is 1 oz.)
The chapter had a slight gain, but Amanda celebrated a loss of 3.75 pounds to be the best loser of the week.
WISE: FRUITS & VEGGIES
UNWISE: DEPRIVATION
Congrats to Linda L. for earning the TRAVEL GIFT!
Janet, Cindy and Amanda
volunteered to bring Chinese Auction gifts on May 12th.
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