5 Antioxidant Rich Meals,
Yummy & Ultra-Healthy…
Meal Ideas that Please!
Delicious, antioxidant rich meals are a smart way to complete, vibrant health. Why?
First of all, if food tastes good, we want more of it, and look forward to eating it. So consuming these antioxidant rich meals gives us vibrancy and vitality. This then makes it easier for us to continue without effort such a health program ~ for life.
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So today, I shall share with you 5 yummy, delicious antioxidant rich meals. More of this later. Let’s get into the whys of antioxidants first.
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The healthy part of my yummy meals is the antioxidants bit. Antioxidants do a number of things for us. For example, they help protect us from diseases such as cancer, Alzheimer’s and even HIV.
They do this essentially by taking the power away from any harmful molecules (called free radicals) that we contain in our bodies. They neutralise them, thereby stopping them from spreading disease, infection and inflammation.
The result is better health! And, if you’ve listened to what has been discussed in previous articles, I hope that the one thing you remember is that preventing illness is easier than finding a cure. That’s what I call making smarter health choices!
To help you take a proactive approach to your health, I want to give you a few different meal ideas that are simple to prepare, yet contain a high number of anti-oxidants.
Are you ready to hit the kitchen?
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AntiOxidant Rich Meals: Meal #1
* Broccoli and Tomato Pizza
That’s right, pizza! Who would have thought that something so tasty could also be good for you?
When you top your pie with broccoli and tomatoes, you are giving your body a slice of anti-oxidant heaven.
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To keep it simple, just buy a ready-made pizza crust or pizza dough, and cover it lightly with some pizza sauce Remember that a little bit goes a long way.
Steam the broccoli for around 3 minutes, and mix it with a little bit of olive oil and minced garlic. .
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Now top the pizza with broccoli, tomato chunks and a sprinkle of ricotta and mozzarella.
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Throw it in the oven on 475°F (245°C) until the cheese is melted and the pie is browned (about 8-10 minutes). Remove and let cool for a couple minutes.
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Then slice it up, and serve it with a smile![/color-box]
AntiOxidant Rich Meals: Meal #2
* Orange Chicken & Almond Spinach Salad
This dish packs a great anti-oxidant punch. The oranges, almonds and spinach all work wonders for your body.
* fresh baby spinach for garnishing
* orange slices (optional)
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Marinade
Use 1/3 cup of this marinade to marinate the chicken.
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Once the chicken is ready (15 minutes to 2 hours should do it), grill it until it is cooked all the way through.
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In the warm pan, add 1 tabsp. olive oil and saute the small red onion slices for approximately one minute.
Add the remaining juice marinade to warm it up slightly, and remove the pan from the heat.
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In a bowl, place the fresh baby spinach, cover with the heated juice marinafe and cooked chicken. You can put the orange slices (optional) in there for an extra burst of flavour.
Enjoy and feel on top of the world!
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AntiOxidant Rich Meals: Meal #3
* Double Squash Spaghetti
And, when you use this recipe, you’ll also get a power house of anti-oxidants from the garlic, tomatoes and courgettes (zucchini) – another type of squash.
To make this dish, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C), and line two baking sheets with baking paper (don’t use aluminium foil).
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Cut 3 cups of cherry tomatoes in half, and coat them with olive oil (about 3 tabsp.) and minced garlic. Lay them on one of the pans.
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Cut the spaghetti squash in half, remove the seeds, brush a dab of olive oil on it, and place it fleshy side down on the pan with the tomatoes.
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Cut one courgette (zucchini) lengthwise, and then slice into half-inch pieces. Toss it with a little olive oil and place it on the other pan.
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The tomatoes and squash will roast about 40 minutes, whereas the courgette (zucchini) will only take about 30.
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When it all comes out of the oven, scoop out the squash, and mix in the tomatoes and courgette.
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Sprinkle it with freshly grated Parmesan to get the full spaghetti affect.
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AntiOxidant Rich Meals: Meal #4
* Roasted Veggies
Most all veggies contain some form of anti-oxidants that are great for your body, and they make a simple and delicious side dish for any main meal.
Simply heat your oven to 450°F (230°F), and line a baking pan with baking paper (Don’t use aluminium foil – ever! Aluminium in food can lead to Alzheimer’s disease and more!).
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Toss the veggies of your choice with some olive oil (about 2 teasp.), salt and pepper.
Some good veggies to use are carrots, asparagus, courgettes, squash and red pepper.
Once they’re coated, lay them on the pan, and cook them until they’re crisp yet tender.
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AntiOxidant Rich Meals: Meal #5
* Blueberry Yogurt Dessert
Since you’ve had such a healthy meal, why shouldn’t dessert be the same?
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With the anti-oxidants in the blueberries and probiotics in the yogurt, you’re sure to stay healthy!
Get some plain Greek yogurt, and mix in a little bit of honey.
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Layer it in a small glass with blueberries for a dessert that is as pleasing to the eyes as it is yummy to the tummy.
Eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring or dull. You can make plenty of great anti-oxidant recipes that taste good too.
Play around in the kitchen, and see what you can come up with!
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See you again soon!
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