The Greatist Health and Fitness Manifesto

 

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The Greatest Health and Fitness Manifesto by Greatist

The TOP 10 SUPERFOODS for Exceptional Health Infographic

 

Superfoods is a catchword that has taken the world by storm.  Essentially, a superfood is one that packs a high level of nutrients that are ideal for a healthy diet.  Best of all is that superfoods will help prevent disease, help you lose weight and improve your energy and mood.  Here’s a great superfood infographic by NutriLiving via HealthPost.  Thank you!

 

The TOP 10 SUPERFOODS Infographic

 
We’ve all heart of ‘superfoods’ – those foods packed with so many nutrients that eating them regularly might actually change your life.  Of course, everyone’s favorite superfoods are different – and there are plenty that didn’t make this list of the Top 10 Superfoods for Exceptional Health.  But one thing is certain – adding any of these foods to your diet can improve your health. So here’s the NutriLiving Top 10 Superfoods list in alphabetical order.  We hope it helps you decide which superfoods might suit you best.  What do you think of these top 10 superfoods?
 

 

Just Add Acai Superfood!

 

Source: South American palm tree

Rich Ingredients: antioxidants, healthy fats, dietary fiber

Potential Benefits: battles free radicals, cardiovascular health, digestive health

Super Tip: Consider beauty products that contain acai oil for antioxidant benefits

 

Just Add Bee Pollen Superfood!

 

Source: Collects on the bodies of bees

Rich Ingredients: vitamins, carbohydrates, lipids

Potential Benefits: digestive health, combat fatigue, helps asthma and allergies, increases energy

Super Tip: Don’t heat bee pollen – heating will destroy precious nutrients

 

Just Add Cacao Superfood!

 

Source: Bean from South and Mesoamerica

Rich Ingredients: antioxidants, magnesium, lipids

Potential Benefits: battles free radicals, aids depression, cardiovascular health

Super Tip: Choose dark chocolate made from raw cacao for maximum benefits

 

Just Add Chia Seeds Superfood!

 

Source: Central American plant (part of the mint family)

Rich Ingredients: fatty acids, calcium, protein

Potential Benefits: increases energy, digestive health and cholesterol levels

Super Tip: Soak in water to create a gel that can replace eggs in some recipes

 

Just Add Coconut Oil Superfood!

 

Source: dried coconut meat

Rich Ingredients: lactic acid and dietary fiber

Potential Benefits: digestive health, cardiovascular health, weight loss and immune function

Super Tip: coconut oil can be used topically, and may help treat infections

 

Just Add Goji Berries Superfood!

 

Source: Chinese shrub

Rich Ingredients: amino acids, antioxidants and vitamins

Potential Benefits: immune function, cardiovascular health

Super Tip: Skip the orange juice – goji berries have more vitamin C by weight than any other food

 

Just Add Kelp Superfood!

 

Source: shallow saltwater kelp forests

Rich Ingredients: vitamins, calcium and iodine

Potential Benefits: cellular metabolism, cardiovascular health, thyroid function

Super Tip: Adequate iodine intake may help protect against radiation poisoning

 

Just Add Maca Root Superfood!

 

Source: Tuberous Peruvian vegetable

Rich Ingredients: amino acids, vitamins, enzymes

Potential Benefits: hormonal function, boosts libido, mental function, increases energy

Super Tip: Add maca root powder to your morning smoothie or cereal for an energy boost

 

Just Add Manuka Honey Superfood!

 

Source: New Zealand bees that pollinate the manuka bush

Rich Ingredients: enzymes, hydrogen peroxide, proteins

Potential Benefits: wound healing, relieves stomach ulcers and soothes heartburn

Super Tip: A spoonful can help treat a sore throat, and it can be applied to mouth ulcers

 

Just Add Spirulina Superfood!

 

Source: blue green algae

Rich Ingredients: antioxidants and vitamins

Potential Benefits: increases energy, immune function and weight loss

Super Tip: Safe for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and may boost fertility

 

Visit www.healthpost.co.nz for all the above superfoods and many more tips for exceptional health.

Just Add Aronia Berries! Top Health Benefits, Nutritional Info, Recipes and Interesting Facts about the Choke Berry (aka Aronia Berry)

 
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Just Add Aronia Berries! Commonly found wild in swamp and woodland areas, the aronia berry or ‘chokeberries’ pack a powerful range of antioxidants, vitamins and nutrients. The aronia berries are gaining ground on the more popular açaí berry from the Amazon and the elderberry from Europe and is poised to hit the world class super berry spotlight soon. Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Aronia Berry Infographic:

 

 

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Aronia Berries as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Aronia Infographic:

1. aronia berry is high in anthocyanins (antimutagenic & anti-cancer agents)
2. rich in antioxidants that protect cells & are anti-inflamatory
3. chokeberries slow the aging process to keep us healthy & young
4. aronia reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases and stress
5. anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-diabetic compounds
6. choke berry fights bladder, breast, colon, lung, ovaries and skin cancers
7. aronia berries help maintain robust intestinal and digestive health
8. chokeberry helps fight Crohn’s disease, PMS, herpes and inhibits HIV
9. contains caffeic acid, delphinidin, epicatechin and malvidin
10. prelim studies show aronia slowing growth of glioblastoma

 

Aronia/Chokeberry Nutrition Facts as described on our Choke Berry Infographic

• Serving Size = 1 cup
• Calories = 83
• Calories from Fat = 4 g
• Total Fat = 0.48 g
• Cholesterol = 0 mg
• Sodium = 1 mg
• Potassium = 112 mg
• Total Carbohydrate = 21.01 g
• Dietary Fiber = 3.5 g
• Sugars = 14.44 g
• Protein = 1.07 g
• Vitamin A = 2% RDI
• Vitamin C = 24% RDI
• Calcium = 1% RDI
• Iron = 2% RDI

 

Healthy Aronia Berry Recipes on our Chokeberries Infographic

1. Aronia Berry/Acai Berry dessert balls
2. Mixed Berry Flax & Hemp bread
3. Aronia Berry Quinoa muffins

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

 

Things You May Not Know About Aronia Berries/Chokeberries as described on our Just Add Good Stuff Infographic

• Naturally PEST-RESISTANT & doesn’t require agricultural toxins!
• Greater ANTIOXIDANT LEVELS than cranberry, goji blueberry, cherry, pomegranate & mangosteen
• Native of eastern North America in swampy woodland areas
• Comes in 3 COLORS: red, purple and black-purple
• It’s now cultivated in North America, Europe and even Russia
• Also used as attractive ORNAMENTAL PLANTS
• Aronia can be used to make wine, jam, syrup, juice, and tea
• Aronia juice is astringent, not sweet
• Initial research has linked aronia to reducing risk of cancers, cardiovascular disease, chronic & eye inflammation, liver failure

 

The Just Add Good Stuff Aronia Berries infographic (we also call it our Chokeberry infograph) talks about general facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The Aronia infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of Aronia/Choke Berry which would affect our Top 10 Aronia Berry health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of Chokeberries in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about aronia in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Aronia Infographic.

The information on this infographic is for informational purposes only.
It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.

Infographic of the day: Grass Fed Beef vs Grain Fed/Grass Finished Beef

 

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We are all vegans at Just Add Good Stuff. However, we don’t judge people who chose to eat meat. If you wish to continue to eat beef, here are some guidelines
 

 

What’s the Difference between Grass Fed Beef vs Grain Fed/Grass Finished Beef?

 
Grass Fed Beef = cattle roam free on a pasture & eat only grass

Grain Fed/Grass Finished Beef = Cattle confined in feed lots & eat mostly grain

 

What’s the Difference between Nutrition Profiles?

 
Grass fed beef is leaner and juicer, thanks to higher moisture content in addition to having more omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B6 and beta-carotene.  Also, grass fed beef has as little as 140 calories per serving plus lower cholesterol.

Grain-fed or grass finished beef is more greasy and not as juice.  Plus, it’s ‘fattened up’ on a variety of grain or corn by-products that are not healthy and highly refined.  Regular consumption is not recommended as part of a healthy diet because there is higher cholesterol levels.

 

Source: American Grassfed Association

10 Power Affirmation Words for Confidence

 

Some of the best power affirmations are those that will give you confidence in everything you do.  Power affirmations are there for you to memorize and repeat with confidence every day until it becomes part of you.  They should be repeated during periods of calm and periods of crisis.  The more you master these power affirmations, the happier and healthier you will become both physically and mentally.

 

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These 10 power affirmation words for a boost in confidence compiled by Farnoosh on Prolific Living.  We highly recommend that you study, read and follow her blog .. there is a lot of useful information!

 

1. TRUST: I trust myself. I trust in my decisions. I trust in my direction in life. I trust in my heart. I trust in my work.

2. FAITH: I have faith in myself. I have faith in the universe. I have faith in doing the right thing. I have faith in my abilities.

3. STRENGTH: I feel my own strength. I have all the strength I need. I am strength.

4. COURAGE: I have courage. I move forward with courage. I feel courage in my heart.

5. CHOICE: I always have a choice. I have the power of choice. I exercise my choice.

6. WISDOM: I have inner wisdom. I trust my wisdom to guide me. I respect and heed my own wisdom.

7. TRUTH: I speak my truth. I live my truth. I honor my truth. I listen to my truth.

8. SUPPORT: I have support. I am blessed with lots of support. I am not alone; support surrounds me.

9. ENERGY: I have energy flowing through me. I walk and talk with energy. I do my work with energy.

10. LOVE: I am love. I have love. I feel love. I believe in love. Love guides me. Love carries me through this life. Love is with me always.

Just Add Kale! Kale Infographic describing the Top Health Benefits of Kale, Types of Kale, Nutritional Info, Interesting Facts and Kale Recipes!

 
The Just Add Good Stuff INFOGRAPHIC SERIES introduces our Kale Infographic. We LOVE Kale of all types! We hope you like it!

 

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Just Add Kale! Kale is one of the best superfoods & is a dark green leafy nutritional vegetable related to the cabbage. Kale is rich in vitamins, trace minerals, omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants. Everywhere you turn, kale is a vital vegetable, rich in nutrients, health benefits and delicous flavor! Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Kale Infographic:

 

 

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Kale as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Kale Infographic:

1. kale is low in calories, zero fat and very high in fiber!
2. high in powerful antioxidants which prevent cancer
3. kale is rich in vitamin K for normal bone health & blood clotting
4. great anti-inflammatory agent with lots of omega-3’s
5. high in iron essential in oxygen transport and cell growth
6. kale is rich in vitamin A which aids in vision and skin health
7. great for cardiovascular support & lowers cholesterol
8. kale is high in calcium essential in preventing osteoporosis
9. rich in vitamin C which boosts immune & metabolic function
10. kale contains fiber and sulfur which detoxify your body

 

Kale Nutrition Facts as described on our Kale Infographic

• Serving Size = 1 cup chopped
• Calories = 34
• Calories from Fat = 4 g
• Total Fat = 0.47 g
• Cholesterol = 0 mg
• Sodium = 29 mg
• Potassium = 299 mg
• Total Carbohydrate = 6.71 g
• Dietary Fiber = 1.3 g
• Sugars = 0 g
• Protein = 2.21 g
• Vitamin A = 206% RDI
• Vitamin C = 134% RDI
• Calcium = 9% RDI
• Iron = 6% RDI

 

Healthy Kale Recipes on our Kale Infographic

1. Spicy Baked Kale Chips snack
2. Kale & Veggie Quinoa main dish
3. Kale, Spinach and Arugula salad mix

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

 

Things You May Not Know About Kale as described on our Kale Infographic

• Per calorie, kale has more calcium than any milk you can buy!
• Per calorie, kale also has 10x more Vitamin C when compare with spinach
• Also per calorie, kale has more iron than beef of any kind!
• Often referred to as a ‘nutritional powerhouse’
• 1 cup of kale has 10% of the RDA of omega-3 fatty acids!
• Kale is a winter veggie, although available year round
• Types include curly leaved, plain leaved, rape kale and Tuscan
• Comes in green & purple varieties – mix it up!
• Steaming enhances bile acid sequestrants which lower cholesterol

 

The Just Add Good Stuff Kale infographic (we also call it our Kale infograph) talks about general facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The Kale infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of Kale which would affect our Top 10 Kale health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of Kale in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about Kale in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Kale Infographic.

The information on this infographic is for informational purposes only.
It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.

INFOGRAPHIC on Vitamin B-12 Deficiency

 

For vegetarians and vegans, Vitamin B-12 deficiency is a real problem.  From exhaustion to mood swings and from training injuries to mouth sores, Vitamin B-12 deficiencies can manifest themselves differently in each individual.  As Vitamin B-12 is not readily available in plant based whole food diets, it is essential to learn more about the Vitamin B12 deficiency and what it means to you.

 

According to T. Colin Campbell, “Of all the nutritional concerns that can plague vegetarians – and especially complete vegetarians or vegans – I doubt any is more daunting than the specter of vitamin B12 deficiency. This is especially so because conventional wisdom has it that this essential vitamin is virtually unavailable from plant foods.”

 

So what is Vitamin B-12 Deficiency and what does Vitamin B12 do for us?  Here’s a quick infographic plus important T. Colin Campbell research below it:

 

 

Vitamin B-12 Deficiency Infographic

 

 – affects 67% of Americans (not just vegans and vegetarians!)

 – 47 million Americans may be Vitamin B-12 deficient (many don’t know it)

 – 50% of vegetarians and 80% of vegans are deficient in Vitamin B12

 

Natural sources of Vitamin B-12 can be found in meat, fish/shellfish, dairy and supplements.  Our bodies don’t produce B-12 as it is only produced by bacteria.  The daily recommended intake of Vitamin B12 is at least 2.4 micro grams every day (not much, but required).

 

People who have a greater risk of B12 deficiency include: Age 50+, anemics, alcoholics, vegans, vegetarians, celiac or IBS, Chrohn’s colitis, infertility issues, stomach surgery, autoimmune disorder, bacterial growth and diabetics.

 

The symptoms and effects of B12 deficiency include: memory loss, depression and fatigue.  Other symptoms of the Vitamin B12 deficiency includes: arthritis, cognitive difficulties, mood swings, rosacea, poor digestion, vertigo, brittle and flaky nails, tingling limbs, shortness of breath, eczema, dry skin, acne, jaundice, burning hands and feet, dizziness or fainting, weakness, arrhythmia, bad balance and hair loss.

 

This Vitamin B12 infographic is brought to you by Natural Healthy Concepts.  Thank you!

 

 

T. Colin Campbell, through years of extensive research and study has come up with these conclusions on Vitamin B-12 deficiency in vegetarians and vegans:

 

1. Contrary to the most recent U.S. Dietary Guidelines, B12 can be found in plants.

2. Organically grown plants contain higher levels of B12 than plants grown non-organically with chemical fertilizers.

3. Plant roots are able to absorb certain vitamins produced by soil microorganisms, thus suggesting that plants grown in healthy soil, full of microflora and microfauna, are more nutritious.

4. Vegans – and anyone else – should be able to obtain B12 by consuming organically grown produce.

5. Evidence that plants obtain vitamins from the soil has been available for several decades.

 

You can read more about T. Colin Campbell’s Vitamin B-12 research and studies online here.

FLAX INFOGRAPHIC – Top Health Benefits of Flaxseed, Nutritional Details, Interesting Facts and Flax Seed Recipes!

 
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Just Add Flax Seeds! Flax seeds are one of the most powerful plant foods in the world! Research has shown that a regular diet with flax seed can help reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer, stroke and even diabetes! Flax seeds also play an important role for the maintenance of cardiovascular health and normal development of the brain, eyes and nerves. Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Flax Infographic:

 

 

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Flax/Flaxseed as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Flax Seed Infographic:

1. flax is extremely high in soluble & insoluble fibers
2. maintains health of colon, digestive & gastrointestinal systems
3. flaxseed has protective effect against breast, prostate & colon cancer
4. rich in omega-3 fatty acids linked to good heart health
5. flax seeds improve blood sugar levels and prevents/treats diabetes
6. prevents inflammation caused by diseases & illnesses
7. flax reduces hot flashes in menopausal women
8. rich in anti-oxidants and detoxifies cells
9. flax seed is rich in essential oils that aid in healthy hair, eyes and skin
10. very rich in calcium and iron

 

Flax Nutrition Facts as described on our Flaxseed Infographic

• Serving Size = 1 cup
• Calories = 774
• Calories from Fat = 550 g
• Total Fat = 61.13 g
• Cholesterol = 0 mg
• Sodium = 44 mg
• Potassium = 1179 mg
• Total Carbohydrate = 41.88 g
• Dietary Fiber = 39.6 g
• Sugars = 2.25 g
• Protein = 26.52 g
• Vitamin A = 0% RDI
• Vitamin C = 2% RDI
• Calcium = 37% RDI
• Iron = 46% RDI

 

Healthy Flax Seed Recipes on our Flaxseed Infographic

1. Mixed Berry Flax Seed bread
2. Flax Seed and Water egg substitute
3. Almond Pulp Flaxseed crackers

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

 

Things You May Not Know About Flax as described on our Flax Infographic

• Comes WHOLE or GROUND (also called milled or flax meal)
• Flax Seed contains 75 to 800 times more lignans (cancer fighter) than other plant food in the world!
• Buy either BROWN or GOLDEN flax seed (equivalent nutrition)
• Always look for ORGANIC & LOCAL flax seeds
• Flax Seed can be used as a SUBSTITUTE for eggs and fat in baking!
• Keep GROUND seeds in freezer to prevent oxidation
• Precaution: shouldn’t be consumed while pregant or breast feeding
• Can be easily added into smoothies and juices
• Suggested amount is 1 to 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed a day

 

The Just Add Good Stuff Flax Seeds infographic (we also call it our flax infograph) talks about general facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The Flax Seeds infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of Flax which would affect our Top 10 Flax health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of flaxseed in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about flax in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Flax Infographic.

The information on this infographic is for informational purposes only.
It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.

Swap Foods Infographic

 
Looking to eat healthier but having problems finding substitutions for foods that you love?  Check out this SWAP FOODS Infographic …. Just swap THIS for THAT.  It’s as easy as that!

 

 
 

swap COW’S MILK for NUT MILK

Nut milk is high in beneficial fats, high in calcium, easier on your digestion, better for your thighs and super tasty.

 

swap CHOCOLATE for RAW CACAO

Raw cacao is chocolate in its pure unadulterated form and it’s a nutrition packed superfood!

 

swap SOFT DRINK for COCONUT WATER

Coconut water is a much better choice.  It’s been hyped up recently for a reason – it’s full of electrolytes, is naturally hydrating, it’s super high in potassium, it’s alkalising… the list of benefits is lengthy.

 

swap COFFEE for DANDELION & CHICORY ROOT TEA

Coffee messes with your adrenals big time, blocks absorption of certain minerals and wreaks havoc on your immune system.  A great substitute is roasted dandelion and chicory root tea.  Plus, it’s something different.

 

swap CANOLA OIL for COCONUT OIL

When it comes to cooking, coconut oil is the only oil we use at Just Add Good Stuff.  It has a high smoke point, which means that it doesn’t turn rancid upon heating (unlike most other plant oils – even olive oil).  If you even come close to burning anything but coconut oil, it will release tonnes of harmful free radicals into your food.

 

swap WHITE PASTA for ANY OF THE BELOW

Mung Bean Pasta, Black Bean Pasta or Quinoa & Brown Rice Pasta are all healthier than bleached white pasta which has little to no nutritional value.

 

swap WHITE RICE for BROWN RICE

As with white pasta, white rice has also been stripped of its nutrients leaving nothing but a white carb that becomes sugar as soon as it hits your mouth.  Brown rice or black rice (even better) is the stuff your body is after when it comes to nutrients.

 

swap WHITE BREAD for RYE BREAD

For a grain to be white it means it’s had all of its nutrients stripped away.  Choose a whole grain like rye, spelt or oat instead.

 

swap CHEESE for NUT CHEESE

Cow’s cheese comes under the same umbrella as cow’s milk.  A much healthier alternative is cheese made from nuts.

 

swap WHITE SUGAR for NATURAL SWEETENERS

Choose from raw honey, maple syrup, coconut nectar, yacon syrup, stevia or dates.

 

swap DESSERTS for RAW DESSERTS

There’s no way we’re giving up desserts!  So, raw desserts are made of ingredients like nuts, seeds, oats, almond meal, coconut, cacao, dates, avocado, chia seeds and other super foods that are much healthier than traditional desserts.

 

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MANGO INFOGRAPHIC – Top Health Benefits of Mangoes, Nutritional Data, Interesting Facts and Mango Recipes!

 
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Just Add Mango! The mango is often referred to as ‘the king of the fruits’ because it is one of the most popular, nutritionally rich fruits with a unique and amazing flavor, fragrance, taste and health promoting qualities. Mangoes are very high in dietary fibers, vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants. Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Mango Infographic:

 

 

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Mangoes as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Mango Infographic:

1. mangoes are rich in pre-biotic dietary fiber which aids our digestion
2. very high in poly-phenolic flavonoid antioxidants
3. mango is high in potassium for heart health & lowers blood pressure
4. rich in copper for production of enzymes & red blood cells
5. mango protects against colon, breast, leukemia & prostate cancers
6. clears clogged pores and eliminates pimples
7. very rich in vitamin A which promotes good eyesight
8. mango alkalizes the entire body helping to maintain pH balance
9. good source of vitamin E which improves sex drive
10. mangoes are great remedy for sun stroke and heat stroke

 

Mango Nutrition Facts as described on our Mangoes Infographic

• Serving Size = 1 cup of sliced mango
• Calories = 107
• Calories from Fat = 4 g
• Total Fat = 0.45 g
• Cholesterol = 0 mg
• Sodium = 3 mg
• Potassium = 257 mg
• Total Carbohydrate = 28.05 g
• Dietary Fiber = 3 g
• Sugars = 24.42 g
• Protein = 0.84 g
• Vitamin A = 25% RDI
• Vitamin C = 76% RDI
• Calcium = 2% RDI
• Iron = 1% RDI

 

Healthy Mango Recipes on our Mango Infographic

1. Mango Cinnamon smoothie
2. Mango Coconut dessert balls
3. Mango Monster salsa

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

 

Things You May Not Know About Mangoes as described on our Mango Infographic

• Mangoes are native to South Asia & can fruit even after 300 years
• Mango leaves help normalize insulin levels in the blood, aiding in DIABETES prevention & treatment.
• Ripe, ORGANIC and fresh mangoes are the most NUTRITIOUS.
• Look for UNSULFURED ORGANIC dried mango.
• The peel is rich in phytonutrients, carotenoids and polyphenols
• Keep them at room temp in paper covers to ripen
• Unripe, raw, green mango are used in of pickles, jam & chutney
• National fruit of India, Pakistan and the Philippines
• Recent research has shown that mangoes are important in the fight against many types of cancers

 

The Just Add Good Stuff Mango infographic (we also call it our dark chocolate infograph) talks about general facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The Mango infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of Mango which would affect our Top 10 Mango health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of mangoes in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about Mango in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Mango Infographic.

The information on this infographic is for informational purposes only.
It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.