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Supplements Made Simple - Phytochemicals
On 05/06/2000 in Nutrition
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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Cherries
On 01/09/2008 in forum
Nutitional value ?
Google ? You would have to ask my Fiancee what my nutritional benefit is! thyre meant to be good for prevention of gout! They are full of good phytochemicals (the things we get from fruit and veg). Nutritiondata.com has the full breakdown for cherries Oi
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Seven Super Veggies
On 19/11/2009 in Triathlon: Race Nutrition
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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Prunes...
On 15/02/2005 in forum
anyone?
, I think Jose, I don't think that you are being respectful enough. Prunes are a good source of fibre, vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals. BB, they make me go to the toilet at world record pace. Ok, stick too butter:-)
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Q+A: What's a 'portion' of fruit and veg?
On 09/09/2000 in Nutrition
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
On 16/03/2011 in Recipes
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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Food sense
On 01/06/2012 in Triathlon: Nutrition
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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No-Nonsense Nutrients
On 05/06/2002 in Nutrition
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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The Science Of Supplements
On 05/06/2002 in Nutrition
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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30 Foods That Will Save Your Life
On 18/11/2009 in Triathlon: Race Nutrition
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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