Laurel on Health Food

Cooking Light Magazine writes that 26 of the 30 grams of fat in an avocado are heart-healthy, unsaturated fats that can increase your levels of HDL (good) cholesterol. These healthy fats help the body absorb vital fat-soluble nutrients such as vitamins A, E and beta-carotene.

Ref: Cooking Light Magazine, May 2007, p. 30

EatingFabulous.com reports that a compound in milk called conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) may fight obesity. In a study from the British Journal of Nutrition, overweight or obese people who took CLA supplements had significantly less body fat mass. They also increased their lean body mass measurements.
EatingFabulous.com also reports that CLA may treat diabetes. [...]

The journal Obesity says that regularly eating nuts can help reduce your risk of weight gain by 30% over two years. Dr. Michael Roizin, co-author of You on a Diet: The Owner’s Manual for Waist Management, recommends eating a small amount of healthy fat ten minutes prior to your meal (suggestions: a handful of [...]

Women’s Health lists four nutrient-packed, healthy beverages you can add to your diet. Nutrition advisor Lisa Drayer, R.D. recommends the following tasty drinks:

100% cranberry-grape juice - antioxidants in grape juice slow down LDL cholesterol oxidation, and cranberry juice raises HDL or “good” cholesterol and protects against urinary tract infections, E. coli, and tooth decay
Iced green [...]

Women’s Health Magazine came up with another wonderful list: the 19 best fitness foods for women. Wondering what to grab to eat before your next workout? Check out this list for some tasty options. (I’m sure they are great choices for men too).

Avocados - healthy fats to keep you strong and injury-free
Whole grain [...]