Blackberry to fight free radicals
Its advantages: it contains antioxidants acting in synergy (together): anthocyanins which give it its pretty purple color and protect the venous wall, manganese (100 g cover 70% of our daily needs) and vitamin C.
We take advantage of it: enjoy fresh all summer long. Blackberry can brighten up a fruit salad, muesli, cottage cheese, smoothie …
And also… blackcurrant, blueberry, raspberry, strawberry … all Red fruits are rich in antioxidants (polyphenols and vitamin C). We vary the pleasures!
Cocoa to boost your tone
Its advantages: It is rich in antioxidants (tannins and polyphenols) which contribute to better blood circulation, and in magnesiumanticramps. It contains psychostimulating substances (theobromine, caffeine, tryptophan) which promote well-being and eliminate stress.
We take advantage: by crunching 1 or 2 squares of strong cocoa chocolate, at least 70%.
And also... slip cocoa nibs into a muesli or fruit salad, or add unsweetened cocoa powder in a smoothie.
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Spinach, anti-water retention
Its advantages: it is one of vegetables the highest in potassium, which helps remove excess water. Other qualities : it is very light (30 Cal per 100 g) and well supplied with fiber and antioxidants.
We take advantage of it: cstreets, its young shoots slip into summer salads or a smoothie. Cooked, it lightens quiches and bricks.
And also… fennel, lawyer,banana, artichoke and chews are the other champions of potassium.
Garlic thins the blood and lowers cholesterol
Its advantages: thanks to its richness in sulfur compounds and antioxidants, it has many virtues: fight against Cancer, reduction of cholesterol, decrease in voltage, fight against infections and thin the blood. Interesting when the venous circulation is hurting.
We take advantage of it: Rather raw (in summer, it is milder), to take advantage of all its benefits. In salads, fried vegetables at the end of cooking, cold sauces …
And also… All members of the Alliaceae family (onion, shallot, chives, spring onions, leeks) are interesting.
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Sardine promotes blood circulation
Its advantages: she is rich in Omega 3, fatty acids which, in addition to protecting the cardiovascular system, contribute to the thinning of
blood, therefore good circulation. They also have a beneficial effect on morale and help fight against stress which increases the secretion of cortisol. A hormone which, when in excess, promotes water retention.
We take advantage of it:
summer is its peak season. It is delicious on the grill (if possible, when the neighbors are on vacation …), on a
tomato tart or cold in verrines.
And also… : salmon, mackerel, herring, anchovies … all fatty fish are interesting. Alternately, once a week.
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Chicken maintains muscles
Its advantages: It is lean meat (eaten without the skin), rich in quality proteins (22%) which participate in the proper functioning of the muscles. However, muscular legs that move, promote venous return. In addition, too low a blood protein level prevents proper reabsorption of water.
We take advantage of it: cold as a sandwich or salad, or hot with green vegetables and whole grains. Preferably farmer, for quality meat.
And also... White fish (pollock, whiting, cod …), seafood (shrimp, Saint-Jacques …) and tofu, are other good sources of lean protein.
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Almond protects the veins
Its advantages: A wide range of antioxidants (vitamin E, zinc, manganese) which strengthen the lining of the veins. Well provided in magnesium, anticramps, and in potassium, anti-water retention, it is also a healthy and satiating snack thanks to its richness in fibers and proteins.
We take advantage of it: in a muesli, a salad, a yogurt … But not more than 30 g per day (approximately a handful), because it is caloric.
And also… Nuts, hazelnuts, pistachios, cashews … are also interesting, as long as you choose them unsalted and not roasted!
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Grapes have a draining effect
Its advantages: its flavonoids improve venous return. The ideal is to eat it with its seeds: they contain OPC (procyanidolic oligomers), with antioxidant and draining properties, which reduce the permeability of small vessels and water retention.
We take advantage of it: for dessert or slipped into a salad, a smoothie (to mix its seeds) … without overdoing it, because it is one of the fruits with the highest sugar content.
And also… Red wine (no more than one glass per day) is rich in antioxidants that take care of the veins.
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