The Perfect Meal To Boost Your Health

Good nutrition is vital to a strong and healthy mindSpinach - this green leaf is packed with
and body. It's true what they say - you are whatphytonutrients, vitamins and fiber - and it's low in
you eat.calories.
This statement points out very effectively that ifWild Alaskan Pink Salmon - yes, canned! It tastes
you feed your body with low nutritional andbetter than you think. The reason this is
sugary garbage, your body has nothing to workrecommended is because the food is a
with and you'll end up eventually feeling likepowerhouse of good fats, protein and omega-3's
garbage.and is low in calories and carbohydrates. The
On the other hand, if you nourish your body withsalmon you would normally buy is potentially high
food that is packed with nutrients such asin mercury, which is bad. This Wild Alaskan form is
vitamins, fiber, healthy fats, whole grains andfree of mercury...and it's inexpensive.
omega-3's, you'll notice a huge difference in howIn case you're wondering, Omega-3's are vital for
you look and feel...especially if you make this typehealthy weight loss, brain health and a healthy
of food a dietary habit.cardiovascular system.
Right now we're at a crossroad - we know weOlive Oil - full of good fat which your body does
should be eating better, but there are so manyneed. When you buy olive oil, make sure it's 100%
restaurants available offering "bad" food and it'sauthentic. Some brands are now mixing olive oil
making the obesity rate skyrocket. Evenwith refined oils...the end result is olive oil, but not
restaurants that offer fish platters and otherreally.
health-conscious meals end up not so goodBalsamic Vinegar - vinegar reportedly controls
because of the amount of calories you ingestyour blood sugar level when eating which is
between the bread, large portions and dessert.important for overall health. Furthermore, it gives
You have two options:the meal more taste.
1. Stay away from fast rood restaurants - andBrown Rice - whole grains are full of vitamins and
when you eat out at restaurants, be strict aboutfiber. Check out Uncle Ben's instant brown rice...it's
what you eat. Stay away from the bread andpretty good and quick to make.
don't finish everything on your plate...bring the restMaking the meal is easy. You simply lay the
home for a meal you can eat the next day.spinach out on a platter- you can more or less
2. Make a meal at home yourself using ingredientsuse however much you want- and drizzle 1-2
you buy at the grocery store, not frozen entrees.teaspoons of olive oil and balsamic vinegar over
The focus of this article is on number twothe spinach.
because by making your own meal, you canLet this sit for 10 minutes or so- this gives the
control exactly what goes into it. The end result isspinach a chance to soak up the oil and vinegar.
a meal that you know is nutritious and NOTWhile this is sitting, cook the brown rice and open
packed with health-deteriorating ingredients.up the can of salmon.
Here's an example of the perfect meal you canWhen ready, simply spread the salmon over the
make at home. It has everything you need forspinach and put the brown rice either on the side
better health.or in a separate bowl.
What you'll need is:And now the best part of all - ENJOY!
1 9-10 ounce bag of baby spinachThis meal will take you 15 minutes max to make
1 can of wild Alaskan pink salmonand each bite will nourish your body from the
1-2 teaspoons of olive oilinside out. And once you get used to eating
1-2 teaspoons of balsamic vinegarhealthy, you'll find yourself experimenting with all
1/2-3/4 cup of brown ricetypes of different meals.
Here's a breakdown of each food's healthThis article shared with you one example of a
benefits:perfect meal, but there are many many more!