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9
secrets
to fighting fat!
When you think of fat, people are
realizing more and more that's the
bad fats that make you fat whilst
a good source of omega 3&6 fats
can actually help you with your
weight loss. Not sure where to
start ­ here are 9 Tips for you to
implement straight away!
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Sandwiches are the architecture of
the common lunch-eater, but you
need to start with a solid foundation.
The hierarchy of health, in descending
order: - Turkey and chicken - Ham -
Weird processed things like salami
Know Your Deli meats
turn Your
Sandwiches green
Replace mayo with a spread of
ripe avocado to moisten a dry
sandwich. Avocados are packed
with monounsaturated (good) fat to
help lower your cholesterol. Plus,
researchers at Ohio State University
found that phytochemicals in
avocados may help prevent mouth
cancer.
Be Slick with Your oil
"Avoid splashing `light' olive oils over
your salads," says Elena Paravantes,
master your midday meal:
registered dietitian for the Hellenic Dietetic Association in Greece--light
varieties have fewer cancer-fighting antioxidants than the extra-virgin
kind, plus they have a less intense flavour. Not sure if your oil's up to snuff?
"Good-quality extra-virgin olive oil should have a fruity, peppery, slightly
bitter taste and leave a faint burning sensation on the throat," she says.