Do you love food? Many people love food and, this is because of many reasons. First, our very survival in life depends on food. For this reason, we value food and make food a priority in our lives. Different cultures have different kinds of food and, the only thing notable is that food is prepared in a manner that is delicious for the good taste to be achieved. Away from food for our bodies, let us talk about another kind of food. I’m talking about food for the soul. Many love food for the soul and again, our survival will depend on these food. Our souls are invisible but present and, we constantly need to nourish them. Love is the known food for the soul. It is where all our emotions feed as we seek to interact with others to share this food. People are the source of love and this means that you have the capacity to feed your soul and somebody else’s soul with love. When you fall in love, you have the special person close to your heart. You even feel like you can die for them. This is how strong the affection of love is and we cannot do without it.
Romantic love is a major part of this food for the soul and it plays a very big role. First, all people have the yearning to have something in their souls that is nice and pleasant. Everyone wants to feel loved and appreciated. It is for this reason that I say that for us to live, we need this food. We all love food for the soul because we want to be loved. After establishing this fact, it is paramount that you find out how exactly you are going to find love. There are very many ways to do so and you can plan for it. Matchmakers exist for this purpose. Food is essential and just like you go to extra lengths to make sure you have it, you do the same for love because it is even greater than the physical food. If you already have your eyes set on someone, find the courage to ensure that you tell them how you feel. Otherwise, if you have nobody to love, find a matchmaker that will give you what you need. You need to know the matchmakers that will suit you best by finding out exactly how they work. If you wish to go online, you need to know which services are most reputable.
To determine whether they are reputable or not, you can go through their history and find out what kind of experience they have. This way, you will identify a safe service that will be affordable and with great features. Examples of such matchmakers include Tomydate, Plenty of Fish, Friend finder and the list goes on. Other matchmakers are speed dating services, phone dating and others. You can also go for blind dates organized by family or friends. All these will increase your chances of meeting a suitable person. Remember, love is the food that will nourish the soul for a better you.
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23Jan
This is a question healthy and in shape individuals must ponder all the time. After all, they are in shape…how hard could it be?
Well, I can answer this question very simply. WE LOVE FOOD!
People who do not struggle with their weight simply see food as a necessity to stop their hunger pangs. Overweight people however have an addiction to food. Some people might think what I am about to say is a bit far fetched but I believe that food addiction is the hardest of all to break! My simple reasoning is that we all need food. We cannot live without it. This is like asking someone who is struggling with alcoholism to have just half a beer, 3 times a day!
Like alcohol binges, many overweight dieters often binge eat enough to feed a whole family in Africa…for a month! No wonder people diet for years and actually look fatter! Food is everywhere and is needed, our will power is constantly working overtime with cravings coming in left right and centre, and no matter how strong we are, eventually we succumb to the pressure.
Overweight individuals seem to have a greater appreciation for food. The various tastes, textures and scents. Food makes us more comfortable in times of tiredness and stress. It helps us enjoy more of situations, whether it’s walking along the beach with your girlfriend while eating an ice-cream, enjoying a large home cooked meal with family, a BBQ with friends on a beautiful summer’s day or a pizza with friends while watching the footy (I could go on forever!)
Not only do we love the taste of food, we absolutely love feeling FULL! We love overeating and feeling satisfied or to a better extent…stuffed!
Food is one of life’s greatest pleasures, forms of enjoyment and relaxation for many overweight individuals.
So can you imagine how hard it would be for one of us to give up not only overeating, but the freedom to enjoy our favourite foods. It is almost impossible for the vast majority of us to not only drastically reduce or calorie intake, but to also dramatically change what we eat to super healthy. This is unrealistic and unachievable.
Its not as simple as stop eating that, or stop eating so much
So next time you see someone struggling with their weight, I hope you can appreciate what they are going through. -
15Dec
Have you ever heard the popular phrase “You are what You eat”? Whether you like it or not your diet will reflect on your skin. Eat healthy food, and you will look healthy. Eat junk food, you won’t be looking good. That is why it is important to know the right foods to eat for clear skin. This article will help you get on the right track of skin care, because it is not all about using creams and products; the most basic skin care begins by eating right.
First you should know that a diet for the overall health of the body is the best place to start, and in most cases that is enough for your skin, unless you have a deficiency of some type. But there are certain foods you must eat in order to keep your skin looking healthy, young and radiant.
Start by cutting junk food. People who eat junk food gain weight, have a pasty complexion and even bad hair. I know it is hard at first, but you can start little by little, always walking towards your goal. And please, don’t get into yo-yo diets. By gaining and losing weight constantly, your skin will stretch, and then remain saggy.
Fluids
Fluids are essential to our skin diet because they help moisturize the skin. Experts recommend that we should drink 6 to 8 glasses of water throughout the day, but don’t fall in the trap of drinking the 8 glasses in the morning, you should rationalize them and drink them in a natural way.
Don’t replace water for coffee or sodas. Caffeine is a diuretic (tends to increase the discharge of urine). Reduce your intake of coffee or tea to a maximum of 2 per day. Also don’t drinking too much water 2-3 hours before going to bed to avoid morning puffiness and skin stretch.
Alcohol is bad, avoid it at all costs if possible.
Essential Fatty Acids
Also called EFAs, they are obtained from food, because our bodies can’t produce them. There are two classes of EFAs: Omega 3 and Omega 6. For our skin Omega 3 is the one we need.
EFA’s should account for a 15% of our calorie intake, and can be found on:
* Sardines
* Tuna
* Salmon
* Nuts
* Seeds and their oils (ground flaxseeds)
* Prawns
* Soya beans
Reducing the intake of saturated and processed fats is very important if you want the EFAs to work. These fats cancel its effects.
Antioxidants
Antioxidant nutrients protect us from infection and can prevent us from degenerative diseases such as cancer or heart disease. These nutrients are found in Vitamins A, C, E and some B complex vitamins; and minerals selenium, manganese and zinc.
Antioxidants play a key role destroying free radicals (electrochemically unbalanced molecules that are produced within our bodies by chemicals, too much sun exposure and stress). Free radicals damage collagen, and collagen is what keeps our skin elastic.
We can find antioxidants in:
* Berries
* Black grapes
* Brazil nuts
* Broccoli
* Carrots
* Cherries
* Chestnuts
* Hazelnuts
* Kale
* Raisins
* Papaya
* Peas
* Peppers
* Prunes
* Spinch
* Sweet potatoes
* Tomatoes
Iron
Iron is used for the formation of hemoglobin. A deficiency in iron brings anemia, and this shows up in our bodies by a pale complexion and dark circles under the eyes. Iron is best processed from animal food but can be found also in some vegetables. The best sources of iron are
* Red meat
* Seafood
* Liver
* Eggs
* Spinach
Vitamin A
Vitamin A helps in the formation of new cell, this keeps our skin supple and is vital for our eyes and hair. If you are lacking of Vitamin A, your skin will be dry and flaky. It is manufactured by our bodies from beta-carotene and can be found in:
* Whole milk
* Whole butter
* Liver
* Oily fish
* Eggs
* Dark orange vegetables (carrots, sweet potatoes, winter squash)
* Dark green vegetables (broccoli, spinach, kale)
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant, essential for the production of collagen (the elastic tissue in our skin that declines with age). Every time you are smoking, under stress or under too much sun exposure, your are draining vitamin C from your body, so it is best to avoid these situations in excess. Vitamin is found in:
* Citrus fruits (orange, lemon, grapefruit, lime)
* Tomatoes
* Potatoes
* Papaya
* Broccoli
* Brussels sprouts
* Black currants
* Kiwi
* Strawberries
* Peas
* Cauliflower
Vitamin E
Another antioxidant, Vitamin E has a powerful action against the damage of free radicals. This vitamin helps our skin retain its moisture, and a lack of it brings premature wrinkles, pale skin, acne, easy bruising and slow wound healing. Vitamin E can be found in:
* Vegetable oils
* Nuts and seeds
* Peanut butter
* Wheat germ
* Whole grains
* Avocados
* Sweet potatoes
Vitamin B complex
Keep your skin moist and smooth with Vitamin B complex. It releases energy from food for skin metabolism. This can be found in:
* Milk
* Oily fish
* Poultry
* Red meat
* Offal
* Eggs
* Bananas
* Soya beans
* Whole grain
* Wheat germ
* Peanut butter
* Fortified breakfast cereals
Beta-carotene
Beta carotene is the plant form of the vitamin A, converted by our bodies. It protects us from the aging effect of the sun and can be found in:
* Dark green vegetables (spinach, broccoli, watercress)
* Orange fruit and vegetables
Selenium
Perfect for protection against free radicals and to counter dry skin. Selenium along with vitamin E support the immune system. Found in:
* Cereals
* Meat
* Offal
* Seafood
* Eggs
* Cheese
* Brazil nuts
* Whole grains
* Mushrooms
* Beans
* Molasses
* Wheat germs
Zinc
Zinc is another mineral vital to the immune system. It manufactures collagen and speeds up healing in our bodies, included skin. A deficiency produces stretch marks, a dull complexion, white spots on fingernails, dandruff and stubborn blemishes. Zinc can be found on:
* Seafood
* Red meat
* Cheese
* Brewer’s yeast
* Whole grains
* Mushrooms
* Offal
* Eggs
* Turkey and nuts
As you see there are many components in our diets that can help our skin. Instead of making yourself a diet just for skin care, make one that works for the health of your overall body, and then, if you find a deficiency you will know what foods you need to eat to keep your skin clear and good looking. It’s all about balancing your diet.
