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Supplements Made Simple - Phytochemicals
By Liz Applegate on 05/06/2000 20:57:38
What are they - and does a runner need them?
UAN: Article type:++add book link at top++ --This is adapted from the book, Eat Smart, Play Hard, by RW USA Nutrition Editor Liz Applegate. Technically, phytochemicals arent considered nutrients, but these little disease-fighting dynamos are so
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No-Nonsense Nutrients
By Liz Applegate on 05/06/2002 19:32:37
When it comes to negotiating the nutritional minefield, there are just 10 essentials that will keep you running fit
absorption.Phytochemcials Technically, these disease-fighting dynamos aren’t nutrients. However, they’re so important that they’re worth including on the list. Occurring in fruits, vegetables and grains, there are some 500 phytochemicals which help
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Seven Super Veggies
By on 19/11/2009 15:31:33
These seven underrated veggies do more than fill space in the salad bowl
chemicals that help it survive. When you eat them, you get those chemicals. We're always discovering new phytochemicals that may fight cancer and heart disease, so it's wise to eat a large variety of vegetables every day."OnionIt's always been An ingredient
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Q+A: What's a 'portion' of fruit and veg?
By Peta Bee on 09/09/2000 10:02:10
Our experts answer real-life questions
called phytochemicals, which help to fight the potentially harmful free radicals linked to a range of diseases. The American Cancer Institute, and Cancer Research, estimate that as many as 50 per cent of all cancers are linked to diet. Several studies
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Spinach and walnut pesto
By on 16/03/2011 15:30:50
An ultra-healthy variation on the runner’s favourite pasta dish
19gCarbs 70.8gProtein 10.7gThe HealthyWalnuts: With more omega-3s than any other nut, they help to lower risk of stroke and hypertension. They can also help to ease the symptoms of depression. Garlic: It contains phytochemicals, which lower blood
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The Science Of Supplements
By Liz Applegate on 05/06/2002 20:49:54
An A-Z of vitamins, nutrients and 'go-faster' supplements: what do they do, and does a runner need them?
.AndrostenedioneBranched-Chain Amino AcidsCalciumCarbohydrateChromiumCreatineFat BlockersFat BurnersFish OilFolate (Folic Acid)GinsengGlucosamine and Chondroitin SulfateGlutamineIronMagnesiumPhytochemicalsProteinPyruvateSodium BicarbonateVitamin CVitamin EWhey ProteinZinc
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Food sense
By on 01/06/2012 12:31:38
Every day an awful lot is written about food and much of it seems to contradict what was written the previous day so you’d be forgiven for thinking that the pressure to make sense of it all is just too much. But certain rules do not change and if you foll
. Raisins, for example, are rich in carbohydrate and minerals, while unsalted nuts such as almonds are full of heart-healthy fats and phytochemicals.8. Eat slowlyChew your food properly and don’t shovel it down. The faster you eat, the more you will have
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Tasty Tips
By Joe Kita on 30/01/2004 15:41:07
Food'll fix it: 49 of our best-ever ways to make healthier eating choices
healthy treat. Chocolate, especially the darkest varieties, contains the same phytochemicals found in red wine that have been shown to fight heart disease. In fact, some studies have found that chocolate contains more phytochemicals than other powerhouses
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30 Foods That Will Save Your Life
By on 18/11/2009 12:57:43
Triathletes tend to watch what they eat, but with a little thought, you can seriously improve your chances of staying healthy, fit and strong
. Not only do avocados contain heart-healthy monounsaturated fats but researchers at Ohio State University discovered that their phytochemicals can help prevent mouth cancer.2. GarlicThe pungent bulb is an enemy of cancer. But don't throw it straight
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The Making Of A Healthy Diet (Preview)
By Liz Applegate on 28/09/2005 17:06:03
Fuel your performance with these two healthy eating plans (Non-subscriber preview)
-coloured vegetables) have lower risks of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and certain types of cancer – all leading causes of death. That’s because both vegetables and fruits come packed with an array of chemical compounds called phytochemicals, which ward off
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