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  • Six Kinds of Best Food Necessary to Every Woman
  • First, low-fat yogurt
    Yogurt is rich in calcium. A glass of yogurt contains 448 milligrams of calcium. Regardless of the age, every woman needs this mineral substance. What's more, research also found out that yogurt can alleviate the syndrome of the intestinal tract and digestive inflammation, as well as help women reduce the risk of gastric ulcer and vaginal infections.

    Second, fatty fish such as salmon, sardine and mackerel
    The beneficial substance in fatty fish is Omega 3 fatty acids, in particular DHA and EPA. Although many other foods, such as walnut and flax oil, also contain Omega 3 fatty acids, however, only DHA and EPA can be directly absorbed by the body. What's more, fatty fish can prevent heart disease, stroke, hypertension, depression, joint pain and many other diseases which are related with inflammation.

    Third, beans
    The low-fat beans contain a large number of protein and fiber, including the soluble and insoluble fibers, which can help lower the level of cholesterol in the body, and prevent heart disease. While the protein inhibitors contained in beans can help prevent breast cancer. What's more, bean foods can balance the female hormones, and provide a large number of folic acid, which is beneficial to the pregnant women.

    Fourth, tomatoes (or watermelon, red grapefruit, red navel orange)
    These foods all contain lycopene, which can help prevent breast cancer and heart disease. What's more, the latest study also found out that lycopene can prevent the ultraviolet rays, so as to achieve the purpose of the prevention of aging.

    Fifth, low-fat milk or orange juice which are rich in
    Vitamin D can promote the absorption of calcium of the bones, prevent many diseases such as osteoporosis, diabetes, multiple sclerosis and the tumors in breast, colon, and ovary. Although salmon, mackerel, tuna and sardine also contain vitamin D, however, experts believe that fortified food such as milk, is the best source.

    Sixth, berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, cranberries)
    The anthocyanin contained in berries can help the cells repair themselves. It is a powerful anti-cancer substance, which can prevent breast cancer and gastrointestinal cancer. What's more, these berries are also rich in vitamin C and folic acid, which is very useful for women who are going to give birth. In addition, the antioxidants contained in berries can protect the heart and prevent the aging process of the skin. Last but not the least, the lutein in berries can also help people protect the eyesight.


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