Studies have shown that oats are good for us overall as they contain soluble fibre which works to lower cholesterol and it has a low Glycemic Index (GI) which means it provides the body with a much slower, constant and sustained energy release. Unlike, for example, white rice, white super refined maize meal, or white bread for that matter. Served with low fat milk or yoghurt, oats boosts the protein content and balances the meal. This way you have energy throughout the morning helping you concentrate and perform better.
Fish anyone? There is so much goodness in fish; it's actually our number one protein source. Why do you think there is so much hype about Omega-3 this Omega-6 that? Precisely because fish provide these essential fatty acids which aid in lowering cholesterol, which translates into lower risk of heart disease. Omega 3 and 6 also help to increase the metabolism of carbohydrate, again helping to sustain energy levels without the bad fat. Fish has been known for a long time to be brain food; this fact continues to be confirmed daily by scientists. Furthermore, the fatty acids from fish protect the joints, leading to less inflammation and arthritic pain. Aiming for at least three servings a week is recommended. The more the merrier, we sure can borrow a leaf from the Japanese and the Eskimos whose diets contain loads of fish and as a result, they tend to live long healthy and productive lives, well into the 90s even 100s.
