For all you baseball fans, we would have been in a regular season if it were not for our current pandemic situation. Lets unite and make sure that future games count. Hopefully the previous newsletters have you transitioning into a good groove and that a new normal will find you safe and healthy. And like baseball will soon be, we hope you are in “full swing” into the You you want to accomplish. May May be a Healthy Month!
How to Keep Your Immune System Strong
In 2009, over 70% of Americans turned to nutraceuticals for help to boost the immune system. As believed by Nutritionists, the number 1 reason why people get ill is due to a poor diet.
Here are some immune boosting properties found In eating everyday foods:
- Vitamin C (OJ – immune booster)
- Probiotics (yogurt – healthy bacteria)
- Mushrooms (selenium – antioxidant)
- High fiber grains (antimicrobial capabilities)
- Vit E (for antibodies)
- Zinc (beef & beans – white blood cell production)
- Garlic (antil-viral/bacterial/fungal)
- Omega 3 fatty acids (fatty fish – reduce inflammation).
SMART SNACKING
When you’re hungry between meals, choose a high-fiber snack, such as a small handful of fiber-rich nuts or whole fruits, such as apples, oranges, plums, or bananas.
Healthy snacking is good for your body. It keeps your metabolism high and provides vitamins and minerals to keep you strong.
CRAVING SOMETHING SWEET?
When you go to the store, stock up on different fruits to keep your fruit bowl full.
10 Tips that $ave You Cash-o-la
Next time you plan on doing some grocery shopping, incorporate some of these ideas into your routine to help keep your money where it belongs….in your pockets!
1 . Make a Shopping list
- Check Expiration Dates of Your Food
- Pack Sack lunch (1-3/week)
- Avoid shopping when hungry
- Purchase Store Brands
- Minimize purchase of convenience foods
- Shop the Specials
- Eliminate Impulse Buys
- Maximize Your Coupons
- Staple Food Stock-Up
Delectable Wraps
Tired of the same old lunches…try some of these refreshingly healthy wrap ideas:
- Sliced turkey breast, avocado, tomato, mixed salad greens, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard
- Shredded chicken, tomato, fresh basil, mayonnaise, lettuce
- Tomato, sliced mozzarella, roasted peppers, pesto, arugula
- Hummus, roasted vegetables (try peppers, onions, zucchini, and eggplant)
- Grilled chicken, hot sauce, celery leaves, lettuce, blue cheese dressing
REMEMBER: Try to use natural mayonnaise made with Omega 3 fatty acids versus saturated or trans fats (read the label), and don’t overdo it on the low-nutrient dense condiments!
Eat Strong!
Ilana
