Foods that Will Keep A Salsa Dancer Physically Fit

Food provides energy for your body to function well. Eating the right foods can also help ward off many diseases that will hinder you from doing what you love the most-especially salsa dancing.

The following foods can play a role in laying the groundwork for future good health and promises a terrific performance anytime, anywhere.

Whole Grains. Whole grains are low in fat. And thanks to their fiber content, they may help you eat less because you feel more satisfied. Eating whole grains may lower your risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer. Look for bread with at least five grams of fiber in serving, or at least five grams of fiber per serving and preferably eight or more.

Nuts. Nuts are nutrient dense. Almonds are loaded with calcium, iron, natural vitamin E, and riboflavin. Walnuts are a good source of phosphorus, zinc, copper, iron, potassium, and vitamin E. They also have omega-3-fatty acids. Nuts are naturally cholesterol-free. Studies suggest that they may even help reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol  (the bad cholesterol) and reduce the risk of a heart attack and coronary artery disease.

The serving size for nuts is one ounce. This equals about 14 walnut halves or about 22 almonds. One serving can take the place of the protein found in one ounce meat.

Soy. Research indicates that regularly including soy in your diet may reduce your cholesterol and lower your risk of cardiovascular disease. A healthy heart is needed in salsa dancing especially when you need to execute heart-stopping routines.

With a little creativity, you can slip some soy into your diet without compromising taste. Buy soy burgers or soy dogs instead of meat. Or try snacking on some soy yogurt, roasted soy nuts, or make a soy shake.

Berries. Berries are rich in antioxidants that may help lower cancer and cardiovascular disease risk. Blueberries are especially high in antioxidants, but blackberries, raspberries, and strawberries aren’t far behind. Berries also provide dietary fiber. However, if you’re watching your weight, eat dried fruits sparingly because they’re a concentrated source of calories.

Broccoli and Cauliflower. Both broccoli and cauliflower are high in vitamin C. Broccoli also contains a good amount of vitamin A. These and other cruciferous vegetables including cabbage, Brussels sprouts, bok choy, and kale-have naturally occurring phytochemicals that may help reduce the risk of colorectal cancer as well as other cancers. They contain fiber, have no cholesterol, and are naturally low in fat and calories.

Green Tea. This is a major source of phytochemicals known as flavonoids, which may help lower the risk of some diseases. Green tea is rich in a flavonoid called epigallocatechin gallate, which may inhibit the enzyme activity necessary for cancer growth in some situations. Although green tea hasn’t been shown in laboratory studies to be a cancer treatment, some evidence suggests it could be beneficial in preventing some cancers.

Tomatoes. Tomatoes contain a number of nutrients, including vitamins C and B-complex, as well as iron and potassium. They also contain the antioxidant lycopene. Studies indicate that lycopene may lower the risk of heart attack, prostate cancer and possibly other types of cancer.

Eating the right foods won’t let you worry about your health. Healthy body will always be revealed in the way you move on the dance floor. So be healthy, and stay swaying to the tune of salsa.

By Joanna Rossi, www.salsacircuit.com

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