Metabolism Booster # 4 The Right Nutrition

Potassium is important for intracellular chemical reactions and regulates the transfer of nutrients to the cells. Potassium is required for proper carbohydrate metabolism. Severe potassium deficiency can lead to a heart attack. Studies have found that potassium can reduce high blood pressure and help to prevent heart attacks. Potassium supplementation also may help prevent type 2 diabetes in people taking thiazide diuretics. Research published last year suggests depleted blood potassium levels may explain why people prescribed diuretics for the treatment of high blood pressure run an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Always discuss dosing with your doctor before taking potassium or any other supplement, particularly if you currently take any medication for a pre-existing health condition.

Source: Ronald Klatz, MD, and Robert Goldman, MD

Magnesium and Health

Magnesium is a mineral that is involved with over 100 chemical reactions in the human body. Guess what? Seventy-five percent of Americans are deficient in this mineral! Muscles will cramp up quickly if deprived of magnesium. Think that one through athletes.

Magnesium works with potassium to perform its functions. Calcium and magnesium should be taken in a 2-1 ratio for optimal benefits.

Magnesium can be found in the following foods: oatmeal, bananas, yogurt, avocados and baked potatoes. The recommended daily amount of magnesium is 500-1000 mg.

Potassium For Heart Health

Potassium is a main factor in keeping blood pressure at the correct level for maximum cardiovascular benefits.

Potassium must be in balance with sodium for proper water balance in the body. It is more effective when taken with magnesium.

Heartbeat irregularities are a sign of potassium deficiency. Other signs are loss of appetite, constipation, fatigue, weakness, numbness and tingling in legs, nausea, and confusion.

Potassium is found in baked potatoes, apricots, cantaloupe, spinach and bananas.

The daily recommended dosage for potassium is 99mg.

FIGHT CANCER With the Right Foods

Eating the right foods can lead to a healthier you, while eating the wrong foods can increase the risk of disease such as cancer. Researchers have found that one out of every three cancer cases is diet related.
Learn to eat the foods that contain antioxidants, which help neutralize damage to your cells, caused by the environment, and avoid foods that contain free radicals such as Trans Fats.
AVOCADOS help block the absorption of certain fats in your intestines. And they contain more potassium than bananas.
BROCCOLI, CABBAGE AND CAULIFLOWER contains a natural chemical component that helps fight breast cancer. Broccoli sprouts contain natural ingredients that can help prevent colorectal cancer.
CARROTS are known for beta-carotene, which may help prevent cancer of the lung, mouth, throat, stomach, intestine, bladder, prostate and breast.
The naturally occurring substance that makes CHILE PEPPERS hot also may help prevent stomach cancer.
Boost your immune cells and help fight cancer with garlic. People who eat raw or cooked garlic may lower their risk of stomach cancer by half, and their risk of colorectal cancer by two thirds.
RED GRAPES contain a substance that may prevent abnormal cell formation.
MUSHROOMS such as shitake can help build your immune system.
RASPBERRIES have properties that may help protect against cancer.
TOMATOES contain lycopene, which attacks molecules suspected of causing cancer.

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