8 foods that help with inflammation and give help with weight loss

1. Salmon - high in Omega 3 fatty acids
2. Flax seeds - also high in omega 3's and finer
3. Blueberries - high in bioflavonoids and antioxidants
4. Tumeric - it suppresses NF-kappa B - an immune regulating protein that triggers inflammation
5. Tart Cherries - highest anti-inflammatory properties of any food - try the juice from the health food store mixed with a little sparkling water
6. Edamane Beans - rich in iso-flavonoids and omega-3 fatty acid
7. Green Tea - high in flavonoids
8. Whole Grains - think oatmeal, brown rice, and barley they help to lower C - reactive protein

Thanks again to Women's health article - 8 anti inflammatory foods

Top 10 things nutritionists agree on - me too!!!

1. Start your day with breakfast
2. Limit Fast Food
3. Eat Real Food
4. Really learn to listen to your hunger
5. Eat more Veggies
6. Hydrate with water
7. Don't skip meals
8. It's okay to snack - healthy
9. Avoid Soda Pop
10. It's okay not the eat perfectly - treat yourself on occasion

Women's Health Magazine

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Healthy Choices every Woman should make

1. Strength train twice/week - it increases lean muscle mass, boosts metabolism, torches calories, eases back pain, helps you sleep, and more
2. Drink more water - lots of it!!!!
3. Vary up your activity - run one day, walk the dog the next, strength train, Pilates, dance etc
4. Incorporate a rest day in your week - down time is restorative
5. Learn proper form & don't cheat - learn how to do a proper lunge, squat etc
6. Wear proper work out clothes and shoes
7. Refuel your body properly after a work out - complex carbs and protein
8. Try a new fitness class or make a new work out buddy
9. Stretch, Stretch, Stretch - before and after
10. Make working out a part of your life, a habit - move more (10,000 steps/day)
11. Be Mindful of what your body is telling you - listen... I am Full, that feels good, I am tired....
12. Love your body - it is yours!!!!
13. Tell yourself three positive things each day about yourself in front of the mirror
14. Be grateful, forgive others, love others
15. Choose your friends wisely
16. Learn to shop and cook healthy
17. Watch Less TV
18. Go outside regularly - hot or cold
19. Get 7-8 hours of sleep nightly
20. Forgive your self if you have a health slip up

Check out this link for more ideas and insight womenshealthmag fitness-habits