Following my addiction to Mogu Mogu, I decided to take this fitness frenzy to the next level by going on a high-fiber diet this week. And the weeks to come.
Studies show that a high-fiber diet can lower blood pressure, improve cholesterol levels, and help control blood sugar level, thereby reducing one's risk of diabetes and heart disease. For someone who wants to achieve and maintain a healthy weight, a high-fiber diet is the way to go.
Women my age should get at least 25 grams of fiber daily. Men, on the other hand, need 38 grams to fully enjoy all the health benefits of fiber. Some of the high-fiber food include apples, raspberries, peas, asparagus, and even air-popped popcorn. Of course, how can I forget bran flakes and whole wheat cereal, which is what I've been eating for breakfast AND dinner for the past seven days.
I eat rice only once a day - lunchtime, specifically - and partner it with a viand containing high-fiber ingredients. For instance, this pinakbet which I cooked earlier.
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| Pinakbet + daing na bangus. |
Now before I eat a meal with rice, or anything laden with carbohydrates, I take Control (one tablet, to be exact) five to ten minutes before the meal. As I've mentioned before, this food supplement has the ability to minimize the body's carbohydrate absorption. Thanks to its active ingredient, Phase 2™, I can still enjoy a normal 'rice + viand' meal without having to worry about carbs going straight to my thighs and hips. Ah, the joys of living the A!Life!
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Daing na bangus plus pinakbet = perfect combination! Yummy and healthy! And I say good luck on your journey to becoming healthier.
ReplyDeleteInteresting. I have never researched diets much... just absorbed principles that I learned in college courses etc. But that stew look good and we love trying new foods. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI haven't heard of bitter melon, is that a specific type of fruit or a melon that has been prepared in some special way?
ReplyDeleteWhat are some other good sources of fiber? I just don't think I get nearly enough. I'm considering the diet that calls for an apple before every meal.
ReplyDeleteBangus and pinakbet... now I know what I'm having for lunch! So, a hi-fiber dish can be yummy too? Interesting... :)
ReplyDeleteGo for it, Czjai! Keep us posted on your fitness progress. I should go hi-fiber too- soon! :)
daing na bangus plus ginisang munggo is also perfect combination. Ok din pinakbet!
ReplyDeleteWow congrats for being an ambassador for ALife!
ReplyDeletethat combo is a winner, we also have daing na bangus often :)
I just took my first tablet a while ago. :) Looking forward to great results!
ReplyDeleteI tend to eat a lot of salads and a piece of meat, so I think I do get in my fiber. Rice is a carb, but it's gluten free, right? I keep hearing about not eating gluten.
ReplyDeleteThat meal is perfect! Goodluck Czjai! Dagdagan mo pa ng C-Lium para mas maraming fiber. =0
ReplyDeleteI would forget the diet if this is what I eat all the time lol!
ReplyDeleteKim,USA
I love most high-fiber foods. It is so important to get good fiber. I usually choose brown rice, it has more fiber than white rice. Good Luck with your A!Life!
ReplyDeletesarap naman ng pinakbet mo Sis, ginutom tuloy ako :-) Dropping late from last weeks FTF
ReplyDeleteI love to eat green beans...so hearty delish meal :-) Dropping by from last weeks FF
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