[srb]

What will they come up with next to make you buy their (Unhealthy) stuff ? ? ?

 

[JerryM]

[Guy 13]

srb & JerryM
Photoshop or not,
I am sure that the big food markerting corporation's imagination as not limit...
This is one example, many more available...

[FullRangeMan]

Other than their colour, brown eggs are better in what way ?
Taste, more healty ? ? ? ?

They are bigger, the taste is more strong and I feel they feed more.

[JerryM]

srb & JerryM
Photoshop or not,
I am sure that the big food markerting corporation's imagination as not limit...
This is one example, many more available...

Yes, aside from whatever the hell the folks at Lays are up to...

[Guy 13]

If you wash yourself with bacon soap,
the dogs (And cats) will chase you to have a bit at you ! 
Dogs and cats love bacon...

[Guy 13]

Check your cupboards
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued recall warnings for several popular snack products
due to possible Listeria contamination.
No illnesses linked to the consumption of these products have been reported.
The Canada-wide recall, issued Thursday, affects:
- Quaker brand quinoa granola bars.
- Spitz brand sunflower kernels.
- CLIF Bar brand Sierra Trail Mix energy bars.
Quaker Canada recalls
The granola bar recall was first issued by Quaker Canada on May 16,
but at that time was only believed to affect products sold in Ontario.
Quaker Harvest Quinoa Granola Bars in both Chocolate Nut Medley, and Yogurt,
Fruit & Nut flavours were recalled.
The company said the products contain sunflower kernels that may have been contaminated with Listeria,
bacteria that cause listeriosis, a serious infection usually caused by eating contaminated food.
​Quaker Canada also issued a recall for Spitz Sunflower Kernels in both salted flavour
and dill pickle flavour.
The products in the recall have various best-before dates and product codes.
CFIA advises consumers with any of the products to throw them away
or return the products to the store where they were purchased.
CLIF Bar recall
The Sierra Trail Mix Energy Bars recall by CLIF Bar & Company is also linked to sunflower products.
On its website, the company says its ingredient supplier,
SunOpta, was found to have distributed sunflower kernels that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Products in the recall carry best-buy dates of 2016JN06 up to 2017FE23.
Listeria monocytogenes
Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes can include vomiting, nausea, fever, muscles aches, severe headaches
or neck stiffness.
High-risk groups like pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems
should seek medical attention if they think they may be infected.

[Guy 13]

The 12 Best Foods to Eat in the Morning

By Franziska Spritzler, RD, CDE | May, 2016 | 95,896  views
Man With Scrambled Eggs in a PanDespite what you may have heard,
eating breakfast isn’t necessary for everyone.

In fact, skipping breakfast may be better than eating many unhealthy breakfast foods.

You can read about the worst breakfast foods here: 10 Worst Foods to Eat in the Morning.

However, eating the right foods can give you energy and prevent you from eating too much during the rest of the day.

Here are the 12 best foods you can eat in the morning.

1. Eggs

Eggs are undeniably healthy and delicious.

Studies have shown eating eggs at breakfast increases feelings of fullness,
reduces calorie intake at the next meal and helps maintain steady blood sugar and insulin levels (1, 2, 3).

In one study, men ate either eggs or a bagel for breakfast.
They felt more satisfied after the eggs, and took in fewer calories during the rest of the day (3).

Additionally, egg yolks contain lutein and zeaxanthin.
These antioxidants help prevent eye disorders like cataracts and macular degeneration (4, 5).

Eggs are also one of the best sources of choline,
a nutrient that’s very important for brain and liver health (6).

They’re also high in cholesterol, but don’t raise cholesterol levels in most people.
In fact, eating whole eggs may reduce heart disease risk by modifying the shape of LDL,
increasing HDL and improving insulin sensitivity (7, .

What’s more, three large eggs provide about 20 grams of high-quality protein.

Eggs are also very versatile. For example, hard-boiled eggs make a great portable breakfast
that can be prepared ahead of time.

Bottom Line:
Eggs are high in protein and several important nutrients.
They also promote fullness and help you eat fewer calories.

2. Greek Yogurt

Greek yogurt is creamy, delicious and nourishing.

It is made by straining whey and other liquid from the curds,
which produces a creamier yogurt that is more concentrated in protein.

Protein has been shown to reduce feelings of hunger,
and has a higher thermic effect than fat or carbs (9, 10).

The term “thermic effect” refers to the increase in metabolic rate that occurs after eating.

Yogurt and other dairy products can also help with weight control,
because they increase levels of hormones that promote fullness, including PYY and GLP-1 (9, 11).

Full-fat yogurt also contains conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), which may increase fat loss
and decrease breast cancer risk (12, 13).

Certain types of Greek yogurt are good sources of probiotics, like Bifidobacterium,
which help your gut stay healthy. To make sure your yogurt contains probiotics,
look for the phrase “contains live and active cultures” on the label (14).

Try topping Greek yogurt with berries or chopped fruit in order to increase the meal’s vitamin,
mineral and fiber content.

Bottom Line:
Greek yogurt is high in protein, helps reduce appetite and may aid with weight loss.
Certain types also contain beneficial probiotics.

3. Coffee

Coffee is an amazing beverage to start your day.

It’s high in caffeine, which has been shown to improve mood,
alertness and mental performance.

Even small amounts of caffeine can achieve these effects (15, 16, 17).

An analysis of 41 studies found the most effective dose to be 38–400 mg per day,
to maximize the benefits of caffeine while reducing side effects (17).

This is roughly 0.3 to 4 cups of coffee per day, depending on how strong it is (17).

Caffeine has also been shown to increase metabolic rate and fat burning.
In one study, 100 mg of caffeine per day helped people burn an extra 79–150 calories
over a 24-hour period (18, 19).

Coffee is also rich in antioxidants, which reduce inflammation, protect the cells lining your blood vessels
and decrease diabetes and liver disease risk (20, 21, 22, 23, 24).

Bottom Line: Having a cup of coffee is a great way to start your day.
The caffeine in it may improve mood, mental performance and metabolism.

4. Oatmeal

Oatmeal is the best breakfast choice for cereal lovers.

It’s made from ground oats, which contain a unique fiber called beta-glucan.
This fiber has many impressive health benefits, including reduced cholesterol (25, 26).

In addition, beta-glucan is a viscous fiber that promotes feelings of fullness.
One study found that beta-glucan increased levels of the “fullness hormone” PYY
and that higher doses had the greatest effect (27, 28, 29).

Oats are also rich in antioxidants, which protect their fatty acids from becoming rancid.
These antioxidants may also help protect heart health and decrease blood pressure (30, 31, 32).

Although oats don’t contain gluten, they’re often processed in the same facilities as gluten-containing grains.
Researchers have found that most oats are indeed contaminated with other grains, especially barley (33).

Therefore, people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should choose oats that have been certified as gluten-free.

One cup of cooked oatmeal contains about 6 grams of protein, which won’t provide the benefits of a higher-protein breakfast. Oatmeal made from steel-cut oats provides about twice as much protein.

To boost the protein content of an oatmeal breakfast, prepare it with milk instead of water
or serve it with a side of eggs or a piece of cheese.

Bottom Line: Oatmeal is rich in beta-glucan fiber, which lowers cholesterol and increases feelings of fullness.
It also contains antioxidants.

5. Chia Seeds

Chia Pudding With Berries

Chia seeds are extremely nutritious.

They’re also one of the best sources of fiber around.

In fact, one ounce (28 grams) of chia seeds provides an impressive 11 grams of fiber per serving.

What’s more, a portion of the fiber in chia seeds is viscous fiber.

Viscous fiber absorbs water, which increases the volume of food moving through your digestive tract
and helps you feel full and satisfied (34, 35, 36).

In a small study, people with diabetes who ate chia seeds for 12 weeks experienced reduced hunger,
along with improvements in blood sugar and blood pressure (36).

Chia seeds are also high in antioxidants.
They protect your cells from unstable molecules called free radicals,
which are produced during metabolism (37, 38, 39).

In another study of people with diabetes, chia seeds decreased the inflammatory marker CRP by 40%.
Elevated CRP is a major risk factor for heart disease (40).

However, one serving of chia seeds provides about 4 grams of protein, which may not be optimal for breakfast.

Here is a recipe for chia pudding that contains more than 25 grams of protein.

High-Protein Chia Seed Pudding

Ingredients:

1 ounce (28 grams) dried chia seeds.
1 scoop whey protein powder.
1 cup coconut milk or almond milk.
Half a cup of berries.
Stevia or other sweetener to taste, if desired.
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Cover bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour.
 
Bottom Line: Chia seeds are high in fiber and packed with antioxidants that may reduce inflammation and decrease disease risk.

6. Berries

Mixed Berries

Berries are delicious and packed with antioxidants.

Popular types include blueberries, raspberries, strawberries and blackberries.

They’re lower in sugar than most fruits, yet higher in fiber.
In fact, raspberries and blackberries each provide an impressive 8 grams of fiber per cup.

What’s more, one cup of berries contains only 50–85 calories, depending on the type.

Berries also contain antioxidants called anthocyanins,
which protect your heart and may help you age better (41, 42).

Berries have been shown to reduce markers of inflammation, prevent blood cholesterol from becoming oxidized
and keep the cells lining your blood vessels healthy (43, 44, 45, 46).

A good way to add berries to your breakfast is to eat them with Greek yogurt or cottage cheese.

Bottom Line: Berries are high in fiber and low in calories.
They’re also rich in antioxidants that may decrease the risk of disease.

7. Nuts

Mixed Nuts

Nuts are tasty, satisfying and nutritious.

They’re a great addition to breakfast because they are filling and help prevent weight gain (47, 48).

Even though nuts are high in calories, studies suggest you do not absorb all of the fat in them.

In fact, your body only absorbs about 129 calories from a 28-gram (1-ounce) serving of almonds (49, 50, 51).

This may be true for some other nuts as well, although at this time only almonds have been tested.

Furthermore, nuts have been shown to improve heart disease risk factors,
reduce insulin resistance and decrease inflammation (52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58).

All types of nuts are also high in magnesium, potassium and heart-healthy monounsaturated fat.

In addition, Brazil nuts are one of the best sources of selenium.
In fact, just two Brazil nuts provide more than 100% of the recommended daily intake of selenium (59).

Nuts are also beneficial for people with diabetes.
In one study, replacing a portion of carbs with 2 ounces of nuts led to reduced blood sugar and cholesterol levels (60).

Topping Greek yogurt, cottage cheese or oatmeal with 2 tablespoons of chopped nuts provides crunch and flavor, while increasing your breakfast’s nutritional value.

Bottom Line: Nuts are filling, nutrient-dense foods that may help reduce heart disease risk and improve blood sugar control.

8. Green Tea

Green tea is one of the healthiest beverages on the planet.

It contains caffeine, which improves alertness and mood, along with raising metabolic rate (15, 18, 19).

Green tea provides only 35–70 mg of caffeine per cup, which is about half the amount in coffee.

Green tea may be especially helpful against diabetes.
A review of 17 studies found that green tea drinkers had reductions in blood sugar and insulin levels (61).

It also contains an antioxidant known as EGCG, which may protect the brain,
nervous system and heart from damage (62, 63, 64, 65).

Bottom Line: Green tea has many health benefits. It contains an antioxidant called EGCG,
which has benefits for the brain and nervous system.

9. Protein Shake

Another great way to start your day is with a protein shake or smoothie.

Several types of protein powder can be used, including whey, egg, soy and pea protein.

However, whey protein is absorbed the most quickly by your body (66).

It has also been studied the most, and provides several health benefits.
Additionally, it seems to reduce appetite more than other forms of protein (67, 68, 69).

One study compared four high-protein meals.
They whey protein meal reduced appetite the most and led to the lowest calorie intake at the next meal (69).

In addition, whey protein can help lower blood sugar levels when consumed as part of a carb-containing meal.
It can also preserve muscle mass during weight loss and aging (70, 71, 72).

Regardless of the type of protein powder used, a high-protein shake can be satisfying and filling.
Add fruit, greens, nut butter or seeds to provide fiber and antioxidants.

Bottom Line: A protein shake or smoothie is a great high-protein breakfast choice that promotes fullness
and helps stabilize blood sugar levels.

10. Fruit

Fruit can be a delicious part of a nourishing breakfast.

All types of fruit contain vitamins, potassium, fiber and are relatively low in calories.
One cup of chopped fruit provides about 80–130 calories, depending on the type.

Citrus fruits are also very high in vitamin C. In fact, a large orange provides more than 100%
of the recommended daily intake of vitamin C.

Fruit is also very filling, due to its high fiber and water content (73).

Pair fruit with eggs, cheese, cottage cheese or Greek yogurt for a well-balanced breakfast
that will sustain you for hours.

[Guy 13]

Your stomach is an amazing organ.
It takes just about anything you throw at it, breaks it down and reroutes it through the proper channels for digestion,
nutrient absorption, and toxin extraction. Once it’s squeezed out all it can from that sandwich you had for lunch,
it kicks the leftover detritus out the back door.

We rely on this remarkably efficient machine every time we stuff something in our mouths,
and we rarely think about it — until the machine sputters and it turns on us by stabbing, churning or burning.
That’s when we reach for something to soothe the pain, quell the nausea or stop up the diarrhea.
But what medication works best on what bellyache? We asked Bilal Hatoum, BSc. Pharm., a Calgary clinical,
emergency department pharmacist, and Eric Lam, MD, FRCPC,
clinical associate professor at UBC’s Division of Gastroenterology, for their gut reaction.

“Generalized stomach aches and symptoms are among the most common complaints in both community pharmacy
and hospital emergency departments,” says Hatoum. “I work in both, so I see these on a daily basis.
Assessing the exact cause is almost akin to the pharmacist playing detective and the patient giving as many clues as possible.
Most importantly, we must always inquire about any red flags, meaning symptoms that warrant a physician referral asap,
such as chest pain resembling heart attack, whether the pain intensity is moderate to severe,
whether there is choking or trouble swallowing, stomach bleeding or vomiting blood, and unintentional weight loss.
Many treatments focus on relieving symptoms rather than curing the disease,
hence the importance of following up with a physician to determine the underlying cause of the problem.”

Minor and temporary tummy troubles, however, usually respond well to over-the-counter (OTC) medications
such as the following. 

The symptoms: Nausea and vomiting

Relief: Dimenhydrinate, a class of medications called antihistamines, such as Gravol and Dramamine.

Course for correction: Two to three days.

Possible side effects: Drowsiness, dry mouth, constipation, urinary retention, dizziness and blurred vision.

How they work: Block the nerve impulses in the vomiting centre and gastrointestinal tract.

Expert advice:
“Always begin with non-drug measures first,” says Hatoum. “For example, eating smaller meals,
avoiding spicy foods, maintaining adequate hydration with water and electrolytes.” Dr. Lam adds that,
although it’s not common because it’s not usually taken long enough,
Gravol can be addicting in high doses and alongside certain other medications.

The symptoms: Acid indigestion (dyspepsia) and heartburn

Relief: Antacids such as Rolaids and Tums (calcium carbonate),
Maalox (aluminum hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide),
Gaviscon (aluminum hydroxide and magnesium carbonate), Pepcid AC (famotidine).

Course for correction: No more than two weeks.

How they work: Rolaids, Tums and Pepcid AC neutralize stomach acid;
Gaviscon creates a foam that floats on top of the stomach to prevent juices from backing up into the esophagus.

Possible side effects: Calcium carbonate and aluminum can cause constipation; magnesium can cause diarrhea;
famotidine can cause headache and dizziness.

Expert advice: “Magnesium salts should be avoided in kidney disease and elderly people,” says Hatoum. “
And those with high blood pressure, heart failure, kidney problems and pregnant women should avoid sodium bicarb.
” Dr. Lam adds that “Chronic heartburn could be mimicking something more serious, such as esophagitis
(inflammation of the esophagus) or Barrett’s esophagus,” which could lead to esophageal cancer.

The symptoms: Abdominal cramping and pain

Relief: Anticholinergics and antispasmodics such as Buscopan (hyoscine butylbromide) and Bentyl (dicyclomine).

Course for correction: Three to four times a day as needed.

How they work: Relax the muscle spasms in the abdomen.

Possible side effects: Sedation, dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention, increased heart rate.

Expert advice: “People with glaucoma, heart issues,
prostate problems and the elderly at risk for falls should use caution with these medications,” says Hatoum.

The symptoms: Diarrhea

Relief: Imodium and Kaopectate (loperamides), Pepto-Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate), Metamucil (psyllium).

Course for correction: Two days.

How they work: Loperamides and bismuth subsalicylate decrease secretions of body fluid,
and slow down the movement of the intestines. Psyllium absorbs liquid from your intestines,
making the stool firmer and slowing passage through the colon.

Possible side effects: Imodium can cause cramping, constipation and drowsiness,
and can worsen nighttime pain, so it’s best to avoid it altogether in painless diarrhea.
Avoid Pepto-Bismol if there’s a history of aspirin allergy, kidney problems, gout and stomach ulcers/bleeds.
It can cause darkened or black tongue and stool, which is harmless.
Use caution when combining with blood thinners and diabetes medication.
Metamucil can cause cramping and gas (drink plenty of water throughout the day,
leave two hours between other medications).

Expert advice: Diarrhea raises many red flags, says Hatoum,
particularly if there is blood or abnormal mucous in the stool,
severe cramping and pain, fever, if you’re pregnant, under two years old, or have diabetes.
Says Dr. Lam, “Chronic diarrhea could mimic celiac disease, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
New onset diarrhea that does not improve with OTC medications in anyone over 40 should prompt investigations.
In older people we are concerned about colon cancer.”

The symptoms: Flatulence, indigestion

Relief: Lactaid (lactase enzyme), Eno and Alka-Seltzer (simethicone), Beano (alpha-d-galactosidase).

Course for correction: Two tablets/packets every four hours; no more than eight doses in 24 hours.

How they work: Lactase breaks down sugars in dairy products to make them easier to digest;
simethicone prevents liquids from bubbling up in the stomach;
Beano breaks down complex sugars in the digestive tract, reducing bloating and gas.

Possible side effects: No documented side effects if taken on their own,
but there is a possibility of serious allergic reaction to simethicones
(which also contain high doses of sodium).
“The biggest side effects are gastrointestinal bleeding with Alka-Seltzer/Eno,” says Dr. Lam,
particularly if you’re taking other medications that contain acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), and blood thinners.

Expert advice: “Alka-Seltzer/Eno contain ASA,
or aspirin, which if taken long term can lead to stomach ulceration,” says Dr. Lam.
“Those with kidney problems should avoid ASA products and it should not be given to children
because of [the risk of] Reye’s syndrome. The main danger to OTC medications is not that chronic usage
will lead to damage to the body per se;
it’s that people may be masking something more serious that the OTC would not have helped anyway.
Usually, if patients are not responding to OTC treatment of any kind for two to three weeks,
or if they find that they require higher
or more frequent dosing, they should seek the advice of their primary care physician.”
Hatoum advises that, before relying on any of these meds, to first consider changes in diet and lifestyle,
such as limiting carbonated and lactose food and drink, eating slowly and earlier in the day.
Proper care and feeding of your amazing organ will keep it healthy and high functioning.

[FullRangeMan]

The 12 Best Foods to Eat in the Morning

By Franziska Spritzler, RD, CDE | May, 2016 | 95,896  views
Man With Scrambled Eggs in a PanDespite what you may have heard,
eating breakfast isn’t necessary for everyone.

In fact, skipping breakfast may be better than eating many unhealthy breakfast foods.

You can read about the worst breakfast foods here: 10 Worst Foods to Eat in the Morning.

However, eating the right foods can give you energy and prevent you from eating too much during the rest of the day.

Here are the 12 best foods you can eat in the morning.

1. Eggs

Eggs are undeniably healthy and delicious.

Studies have shown eating eggs at breakfast increases feelings of fullness,
reduces calorie intake at the next meal and helps maintain steady blood sugar and insulin levels (1, 2, 3).

In one study, men ate either eggs or a bagel for breakfast.
They felt more satisfied after the eggs, and took in fewer calories during the rest of the day (3).

Additionally, egg yolks contain lutein and zeaxanthin.
These antioxidants help prevent eye disorders like cataracts and macular degeneration (4, 5).

Eggs are also one of the best sources of choline,
a nutrient that’s very important for brain and liver health (6).

They’re also high in cholesterol, but don’t raise cholesterol levels in most people.
In fact, eating whole eggs may reduce heart disease risk by modifying the shape of LDL,
increasing HDL and improving insulin sensitivity (7, .

What’s more, three large eggs provide about 20 grams of high-quality protein.

Eggs are also very versatile. For example, hard-boiled eggs make a great portable breakfast
that can be prepared ahead of time.

Bottom Line:
Eggs are high in protein and several important nutrients.
They also promote fullness and help you eat fewer calories.

2. Greek Yogurt

Greek yogurt is creamy, delicious and nourishing.

It is made by straining whey and other liquid from the curds,
which produces a creamier yogurt that is more concentrated in protein.

Protein has been shown to reduce feelings of hunger,
and has a higher thermic effect than fat or carbs (9, 10).

The term “thermic effect” refers to the increase in metabolic rate that occurs after eating.

Yogurt and other dairy products can also help with weight control,
because they increase levels of hormones that promote fullness, including PYY and GLP-1 (9, 11).

Full-fat yogurt also contains conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), which may increase fat loss
and decrease breast cancer risk (12, 13).

Certain types of Greek yogurt are good sources of probiotics, like Bifidobacterium,
which help your gut stay healthy. To make sure your yogurt contains probiotics,
look for the phrase “contains live and active cultures” on the label (14).

Try topping Greek yogurt with berries or chopped fruit in order to increase the meal’s vitamin,
mineral and fiber content.

Bottom Line:
Greek yogurt is high in protein, helps reduce appetite and may aid with weight loss.
Certain types also contain beneficial probiotics.

3. Coffee

Coffee is an amazing beverage to start your day.

It’s high in caffeine, which has been shown to improve mood,
alertness and mental performance.

Even small amounts of caffeine can achieve these effects (15, 16, 17).

An analysis of 41 studies found the most effective dose to be 38–400 mg per day,
to maximize the benefits of caffeine while reducing side effects (17).

This is roughly 0.3 to 4 cups of coffee per day, depending on how strong it is (17).

Caffeine has also been shown to increase metabolic rate and fat burning.
In one study, 100 mg of caffeine per day helped people burn an extra 79–150 calories
over a 24-hour period (18, 19).

Coffee is also rich in antioxidants, which reduce inflammation, protect the cells lining your blood vessels
and decrease diabetes and liver disease risk (20, 21, 22, 23, 24).

Bottom Line: Having a cup of coffee is a great way to start your day.
The caffeine in it may improve mood, mental performance and metabolism.

4. Oatmeal

Oatmeal is the best breakfast choice for cereal lovers.

It’s made from ground oats, which contain a unique fiber called beta-glucan.
This fiber has many impressive health benefits, including reduced cholesterol (25, 26).

In addition, beta-glucan is a viscous fiber that promotes feelings of fullness.
One study found that beta-glucan increased levels of the “fullness hormone” PYY
and that higher doses had the greatest effect (27, 28, 29).

Oats are also rich in antioxidants, which protect their fatty acids from becoming rancid.
These antioxidants may also help protect heart health and decrease blood pressure (30, 31, 32).

Although oats don’t contain gluten, they’re often processed in the same facilities as gluten-containing grains.
Researchers have found that most oats are indeed contaminated with other grains, especially barley (33).

Therefore, people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should choose oats that have been certified as gluten-free.

One cup of cooked oatmeal contains about 6 grams of protein, which won’t provide the benefits of a higher-protein breakfast. Oatmeal made from steel-cut oats provides about twice as much protein.

To boost the protein content of an oatmeal breakfast, prepare it with milk instead of water
or serve it with a side of eggs or a piece of cheese.

Bottom Line: Oatmeal is rich in beta-glucan fiber, which lowers cholesterol and increases feelings of fullness.
It also contains antioxidants.

5. Chia Seeds

Chia Pudding With Berries

Chia seeds are extremely nutritious.

They’re also one of the best sources of fiber around.

In fact, one ounce (28 grams) of chia seeds provides an impressive 11 grams of fiber per serving.

What’s more, a portion of the fiber in chia seeds is viscous fiber.

Viscous fiber absorbs water, which increases the volume of food moving through your digestive tract
and helps you feel full and satisfied (34, 35, 36).

In a small study, people with diabetes who ate chia seeds for 12 weeks experienced reduced hunger,
along with improvements in blood sugar and blood pressure (36).

Chia seeds are also high in antioxidants.
They protect your cells from unstable molecules called free radicals,
which are produced during metabolism (37, 38, 39).

In another study of people with diabetes, chia seeds decreased the inflammatory marker CRP by 40%.
Elevated CRP is a major risk factor for heart disease (40).

However, one serving of chia seeds provides about 4 grams of protein, which may not be optimal for breakfast.

Here is a recipe for chia pudding that contains more than 25 grams of protein.

High-Protein Chia Seed Pudding

Ingredients:

1 ounce (28 grams) dried chia seeds.
1 scoop whey protein powder.
1 cup coconut milk or almond milk.
Half a cup of berries.
Stevia or other sweetener to taste, if desired.
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Cover bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour.
 
Bottom Line: Chia seeds are high in fiber and packed with antioxidants that may reduce inflammation and decrease disease risk.

6. Berries

Mixed Berries

Berries are delicious and packed with antioxidants.

Popular types include blueberries, raspberries, strawberries and blackberries.

They’re lower in sugar than most fruits, yet higher in fiber.
In fact, raspberries and blackberries each provide an impressive 8 grams of fiber per cup.

What’s more, one cup of berries contains only 50–85 calories, depending on the type.

Berries also contain antioxidants called anthocyanins,
which protect your heart and may help you age better (41, 42).

Berries have been shown to reduce markers of inflammation, prevent blood cholesterol from becoming oxidized
and keep the cells lining your blood vessels healthy (43, 44, 45, 46).

A good way to add berries to your breakfast is to eat them with Greek yogurt or cottage cheese.

Bottom Line: Berries are high in fiber and low in calories.
They’re also rich in antioxidants that may decrease the risk of disease.

7. Nuts

Mixed Nuts

Nuts are tasty, satisfying and nutritious.

They’re a great addition to breakfast because they are filling and help prevent weight gain (47, 48).

Even though nuts are high in calories, studies suggest you do not absorb all of the fat in them.

In fact, your body only absorbs about 129 calories from a 28-gram (1-ounce) serving of almonds (49, 50, 51).

This may be true for some other nuts as well, although at this time only almonds have been tested.

Furthermore, nuts have been shown to improve heart disease risk factors,
reduce insulin resistance and decrease inflammation (52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58).

All types of nuts are also high in magnesium, potassium and heart-healthy monounsaturated fat.

In addition, Brazil nuts are one of the best sources of selenium.
In fact, just two Brazil nuts provide more than 100% of the recommended daily intake of selenium (59).

Nuts are also beneficial for people with diabetes.
In one study, replacing a portion of carbs with 2 ounces of nuts led to reduced blood sugar and cholesterol levels (60).

Topping Greek yogurt, cottage cheese or oatmeal with 2 tablespoons of chopped nuts provides crunch and flavor, while increasing your breakfast’s nutritional value.

Bottom Line: Nuts are filling, nutrient-dense foods that may help reduce heart disease risk and improve blood sugar control.

8. Green Tea

Green tea is one of the healthiest beverages on the planet.

It contains caffeine, which improves alertness and mood, along with raising metabolic rate (15, 18, 19).

Green tea provides only 35–70 mg of caffeine per cup, which is about half the amount in coffee.

Green tea may be especially helpful against diabetes.
A review of 17 studies found that green tea drinkers had reductions in blood sugar and insulin levels (61).

It also contains an antioxidant known as EGCG, which may protect the brain,
nervous system and heart from damage (62, 63, 64, 65).

Bottom Line: Green tea has many health benefits. It contains an antioxidant called EGCG,
which has benefits for the brain and nervous system.

9. Protein Shake

Another great way to start your day is with a protein shake or smoothie.

Several types of protein powder can be used, including whey, egg, soy and pea protein.

However, whey protein is absorbed the most quickly by your body (66).

It has also been studied the most, and provides several health benefits.
Additionally, it seems to reduce appetite more than other forms of protein (67, 68, 69).

One study compared four high-protein meals.
They whey protein meal reduced appetite the most and led to the lowest calorie intake at the next meal (69).

In addition, whey protein can help lower blood sugar levels when consumed as part of a carb-containing meal.
It can also preserve muscle mass during weight loss and aging (70, 71, 72).

Regardless of the type of protein powder used, a high-protein shake can be satisfying and filling.
Add fruit, greens, nut butter or seeds to provide fiber and antioxidants.

Bottom Line: A protein shake or smoothie is a great high-protein breakfast choice that promotes fullness
and helps stabilize blood sugar levels.

10. Fruit

Fruit can be a delicious part of a nourishing breakfast.

All types of fruit contain vitamins, potassium, fiber and are relatively low in calories.
One cup of chopped fruit provides about 80–130 calories, depending on the type.

Citrus fruits are also very high in vitamin C. In fact, a large orange provides more than 100%
of the recommended daily intake of vitamin C.

Fruit is also very filling, due to its high fiber and water content (73).

Pair fruit with eggs, cheese, cottage cheese or Greek yogurt for a well-balanced breakfast
that will sustain you for hours.

Good (too long) post. I will use it. Thanks

[Guy 13]

To edit it and make it shorter would leave some good information behing.
By the way, it's not a very long reading, when it comes to your health !

[srb]

Good (too long) post.

And so you quote it again in its entirety?     All you needed to quote is "The 12 Best Foods to Eat in the Morning ....".   People get tired of needless scrolling.

[Tomy2Tone]

And so you quote it again in its entirety?     All you needed to quote is "The 12 Best Foods to Eat in the Morning ....".   People get tired of needless scrolling.

If there was ever a thread dedicated to "Pet Peeves", I think I know a couple of yours already...

[Guy 13]

I want to suggest the following to the AudioCircle members
that find my post too long and time consuming to read.
'' You just don't read it '', that's all.
Plain and simple, isn't it ?
Have a nice day.

Guy 13
By the way, if you can do better,
please do it on my '' What's up Doc ''
or your own newly started topic.

[werd]

Inside your stomach is outside your body. It's true.

[werd]

Read this on FB but here is the link. They claim symptom gastreal pain isn't caused by Gerd. Alot of people have this so I thought I would link it.

http://www.news-medical.net/news/20160518/Inflammatory-response-prompted-by-secretion-of-cytokines-causes-acid-reflux-damage-in-GERD-patients.aspx

[Guy 13]

Read this on FB but here is the link. They claim symptom gastreal pain isn't caused by Gerd. Alot of people have this so I thought I would link it.

http://www.news-medical.net/news/20160518/Inflammatory-response-prompted-by-secretion-of-cytokines-causes-acid-reflux-damage-in-GERD-patients.aspx

Thanks werd for the long.
Yes, it takes some time to read,
but worthed when it come's to understanding
and taking care of the health of our body.

Guy 13
I was trying to determine what causes my yesturday's stomach pain
and I think it might have been some not too fresh eggs,
even if they were purchased from a large supermarket ????
Well, now I'm well, until next time. 

[Guy 13]

[werd]

Thanks werd for the long.
Yes, it takes some time to read,
but worthed when it come's to understanding
and taking care of the health of our body.

Guy 13
I was trying to determine what causes my yesturday's stomach pain
and I think it might have been some not too fresh eggs,
even if they were purchased from a large supermarket ????
Well, now I'm well, until next time. 

I guess in a nutshell the pain comes from an irritated esophagus at the entrance of your upper stomach. It's not caused by stomach acid returning into the esophagus.

[OzarkTom]

For diabetics, be very leary of a new once a week shot to control your sugar level. Some doctors  and Dr. Phil is promoting this shot and is causing brain tumors, even cancerous. My buddy Rex has been taking it for 2-3 weeks now and his sugar levels are hanging around 200, not good.