God’s Word, Healthy Diet, Fitness and Weight Loss

As the 4th leading cause of death among African American prostate cancer is a serious concern to us. I have found some promising news on the web that can help us reduce the risk of prostate cancer and it is something that we have discussed all along. Eat a healthy diet. Particularly we need Omega 3 fatty acids in our diet. Read these clips and check out the evidence.

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African-American Men and Prostate Cancer Risk

Prostate cancer is the fourth leading cause of death in African-American men. Because of this increased risk, the American Cancer Society recommends that black men discuss testing for prostate cancer with their doctors beginning at age 45, or at age 40 if they have had relatives with the disease.

Learn more about the importance of early screening in African-American men.

Omega-3s May Help Protect Against Prostate Cancer

Eating fish high in omega-3 fatty acids at least once a week may reduce the risk of developing advanced prostate cancer, even in men at genetic risk for developing the disease, according to new research.

Learn more about this study.

While we need to protect ourselves from prostate cancer by our healthy diet, fresh air and regular exercise while we drink plenty of water, we understand that this helps us in other ways as well. You see the number one cause of death in America is heart disease. Mayo clinic suggest that this same healthy diet that reduces risks of prostate cancer also reduce the risks of heart disease and hypertension.

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Dietary sources of omega-3 fatty acids include fish oil and certain plant/nut oils. Fish oil contains both docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), while some nuts (e.g., English walnuts) and vegetable oils (e.g., canola, soybean, flaxseed/linseed, and olive oil) contain alpha-linolenic acid (ALA).

Evidence from several studies has suggested that amounts of DHA and EPA in the form of fish or fish oil supplements lowers triglycerides, slows the buildup of atherosclerotic plaques (“hardening of the arteries”), lowers blood pressure slightly, as well as reduces the risk of death, heart attack, dangerous abnormal heart rhythms, and strokes in people with known heart disease. However, high doses may have harmful effects, such as an increased risk of bleeding. Although similar benefits are proposed for alpha-linolenic acid, scientific evidence is less compelling, and beneficial effects may be less pronounced.

Ultimately we make the same recommendations as always. Eat a healthy diet of fresh fruit and vegetables (at least 9 servings daily), whole grains, nuts and beans. Eat lean meat, fish and poultry to equal about 10% of your daily calories. Drink plenty of water and natural tea. Avoid sodas and other processed drinks. Even avoid all processed foods including sugar, flour, rice and pastas. Choose the whole grain or raw options.

Get plenty of fresh air and exercise regularly. Above all see your doctor regularly. We can live longer healthier lifestyles if we choose to replace the bad habits with life saving habits that God gave us from the beginning of time.

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Weight Loss Myth Buster: 6 Biggest Lies about Weight Loss Revealed

There is plenty of inaccurate data going around the weight loss industry and many people who are getting on this platform and looking for ways to lose weight have fallen victim to such myths. Let us look at some of the most popular myths circulating on this industry.

Myth #1: Avoid Carbohydrates

This is perpetuated by the most famous high protein diets like the Atkins diet, the South beach and a whole lot of other popular diets that promotes a diet rich in protein and low in carbohydrates. While such diets can produce significant weight loss in a short amount of time, the results are hardly long lasting and as soon as you start eating normally again, the weight comes quickly back, even more than before! A balanced diet heavy in fruit and vegetables will produce lasting sustainable “healthy weight loss”.

Myth # 2: Genetics is the Biggest Factor

To a certain extent, genetics do play a role in determining your metabolic rate, but this doesn’t mean that your fate is sealed if you have obese parents and grandparents. Parents, the environment is of greater importance to your children. What habits are they forming during their formative years? Are you teaching your kids to eat healthy? Are you feeding them healthy foods and avoiding the items that promote weight gain and those things with negative nutritional value? Bad habits are hard to break! The most important factor in determining your success in any weight loss program is the number of calories you eat and the amount of physical activity you get in a single day. Genetics do play a role in determining how many calories you will burn, as those with slower metabolic rates may burn calories much slower than those who are active and have higher metabolic rates. But there are always ways you can rev up a slow metabolism so don’t ever use this excuse.

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Myth # 3: Fat is to be avoided

Some people believe that cutting down on fat is necessary during a weight loss program. But the key to effective fat control is cutting down on the dangerous fats and increasing your intake of the good fat. At all costs, do avoid Trans fats and saturated fats and increase the intake of healthy fats such as polyunsaturated and Omega-3 that are abundant in foods like fish, olive oil, and avocados. These foods promote “healthy weight loss”.

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Myth # 4: Skipping meals

Skipping meals can lower your metabolism and makes it more difficult to lose weight. Regular meals are important, and what you need to do is to consume more of the foods which are good for you, which means more salads, vegetables, nuts and fruits! Snack on a large slice of juicy watermelon instead of reaching out for the next scoop of your favorite chocolate ice-cream! Sometime when we skip meals we tent to be hungrier and find it harder to eat healthy portions. This also is bad for our digestive system and causes us to be sluggish.

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Myth # 5: Avoid White Food

Contrary to popular beliefs, there are many white foods which may be good for you. Pears, avocados and nuts are just a few white foods that are good for you. The key is the nutrients contained in those foods, and not the color.

Myth # 6: Grapefruit Miracle

This is one myth that has no basis in reality. There is a group of individuals who are promoting grapefruit as a way to lose fat. In fact there is one small isolated research that states that there is a magic fat-burning enzyme that can help you lose weight simply by consuming this fruit. However the validity of the claims is yet to be questioned and whether the citrus industry did play a role in funding those researches. Grapefruits are rich in lycopene -a good source of ingredients that can help provide nutrients and care for the cellular health-preventing cancer and heart diseases.

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So, there you have the top 6 myths of weight loss that you may have been familiar with. Now that you have the knowledge to separate fact from fiction, the path to weight loss and a healthier lifestyle is open wide for you. Good luck in your weight loss goals!

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