Everyday, new information about different
foods is given an approval rating by a clinical trial conducted
by an accredited university. Despite these medical findings, certain
foods should be consumed in moderation. Even though, it’s true
that certain foods are associated with defending the body against
disease, too much of anything is not always good. Not to mention,
some foods consumed in mass quantities can cancel out the advantages
it may offer.
Review the following foods that have positive and negative
health benefits if not eaten within moderation.
Avocados
Positive: Avocados are nutritionally-rich in antioxidants such
as vitamins E, potassium, B6, C and folate. Avocadoes are an
excellent source of monounsaturated fat because studies have
found that it lower serum cholesterol levels when substituted
in place of saturated fats. They have been found to have 60
percent more potassium per ounce than bananas do.
Negative: On the downside, a 7-ounce avocado contains roughly
360 calories (about 50 calories per 1-ounce slice). In three
3 ounces of guacamole, there are 110 calories. Not toe mention,
when avocado is prepared in guacamole; it comes with excess
caloric baggage. Between the refried beans, tortilla chips and
cheese, the calories are exorbitant.
Diet Tip: To indulge in the nutritional benefits of avocados,
consume in small dose.
Figs
Positive: Touted as the richest supply of fiber potassium,
vitamin manganese and B6, figs are known for their high sources
in antioxidants. Since figs are sodium-free and fat-free and
cholesterol-free, about a quarter-cup offers 244 milligrams
of potassium, 53 milligrams of calcium as well as 1.2 milligrams
of iron.
Negative: The drawback of figs can be found in their excessive
caloric value. The average fig ranges between 40 and 50 calories.
Diet Tip: To maximize vitamins, replace sugar with chopped
figs on either cold or hot cereal.
