So, you’ve conquered your weight loss and now it’s time to maintain that weight. Eating cantaloupes can be a great way to maintain and control your weight loss.
Cantaloupes curb hunger and it is a high volume fruit that fills you as it is rich in fiber, water and air and extremely low in calories. The high volume of water and air actually tricks the body in thinking it is full, thus, you aren’t craving the wrong foods and packing on the pounds.
Cantaloupes are rich in potassium, Vitamin A, and C. Vitamin A is great antioxidant and helps the body to fight cell damage, Vitamin C is helps to support your immunity health and protects the body from infection. Potassium is a mineral that is essential for maintaining good health as it keeps the heart, brain and kidneys in good working order.
Benefits of eating cantaloupes:
- detoxify and manage weight
- energy booster
- mental clarity
So the next time you’re in the produce section of the grocery store reach for some cantaloupes as it might just be the key to your weight management.
Boost your memory by eating a mixed berry rich dessert filled with antioxidants
Blueberries, raspberries and strawberries should be included in one’s diet to aid in fighting inflammation, and pain while boosting your memory. These three fruits are extremely high in fiber and low in calories. Below is an easy to bake scrumptious dessert that will keep your memory sharp and your body healthy.
Berry Berry Crisp
Filling:
4 cups mixed blueberries, raspberries and strawberries
1/2 cup sugar
2 tbsp. tapioca
1 tsp. fresh lime juice
Topping:
1/3 cup walnuts
1/4 cup butter, cut in small pieces
1/2 cup all purpose flour (unbleached)
1/3 cup sugar
1/8 tsp. baking powder
pinch of salt
Preheat oven to 375 degrees and lightly coat a 9 x 9 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
Place the mixed berries in a bowl and add the sugar, tapioca and lime juice. Spoon into baking pan.
Place walnuts, butter, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt into a food processor and pulse until the walnuts are chopped and the mixture has a crumbly texture. Spoon the topping over the fruit and bake 35-40 minutes until bubbly.
This delicious dessert serves 8-10.
Credit : Dr. Dharma RAM Choudhar (Bone Marrow Transplant Specialist, Hematologist, Hemato Oncologist- 19 Years of Experience)
