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NUTRITION AND YOUR BODY – EXPLANATION OF THE NUTRITION SCORECARD

BRAIN FOOD

Most people believe that intelligence is something you are born with and there is nothing you can do to change it. Research shows that nutrients clearly affect brain function – mood, memory, concentration, alertness, even aggressiveness in children.

Key Nutrients: Choline, B vitamins, omega-3 fatty acids, phytomin antioxidants

Foods Containing Key Nutrients: Soy, Flax meal, Salmon, brightly colored fruits and vegetables, walnuts, sunflower seeds

IMMUNE BOOST

Since the 1980s more and more research is showing that many diseases are caused by a shortage of antioxidant nutrients which help support a healthy immune system. A healthy immune system keeps you protected from diseases and infections.

Key Nutrients: Vitamins A, C, E; Zinc, Selenium, Amino Acids, vitamin B6, folic acid, phytomins

Foods Containing Key Nutrients: brightly colored fruits and vegetables (carrots, berries, and mangos), wheat germ, ginger and cinnamon

SUSTAIN ENERGY

To maximize energy, you need to eat slow-releasing carbohydrates that provide an “even keel” consistent energy. Some research shows that it is preferable to consume carbohydrates with a protein source.

Key Nutrients: Vitamins B6, B1, B12, B3 and zinc, vitamin C, iron, chromium, amino acids, copper and magnesium

Foods Containing Key Nutrients: Wheat germ, beans and lentils, nuts and seeds, whey protein, whole grains

GROW FOOD

Amino acids – the compounds that make up protein – are the essential building blocks of the body. They are essential for growth and repair damaged body tissue.

Key Nutrients: Essential amino acids

Foods Containing Key Nutrients: Eggs, beans, lentils, whole grains, soy, fish, whey protein, wheat germ

HEALTHY SKIN & HAIR

Nutrition is fundamentally involved in every stage of skin development. Skin tone, wrinkles, dryness are all affected by what you eat. Your skin is also a remarkable barometer of your body’s overall health.

Key Nutrients: omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids, antioxidant vitamins A and C, zinc

Foods Containing Key Nutrients: red, orange and yellow fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds.

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