A breakfast that I eat often consists of two eggs with light cheese, two slices of wheat toast and an apple. I buy organic whenever I can because the food will be free of pesticides, free of hormones and will not be genetically modified. The eggs I buy are from free-range hens that are fed an organic diet of vegetarian food. I also buy organic apples of different varieties, depending on what is fresh and available. My favorite apple varieties are Granny Smith or Pink Lady. I love these varieties for their textures, flavors and colors. The toast and apple provide complex carbohydrates for energy to get you going in the morning, and the eggs and cheese provide protein to build muscle and leave you feeling fuller for a longer period of time. Sometimes I skip the toast and add even more protein by adding two strips of either soy or turkey bacon. Both of these options are rich in protein, have great smokey flavor, a crunchy texture and are low in fat. Breakfasts that are low in fat but high in protein and unrefined carbohydrates will leave you feeling energized and ready to take on your busy day.

Another cool thing about dark chocolate is the fact that it can actually increase a person’s insulin sensitivity, which is good.  You can also increase your attention span, which is something that a lot of people need, especially in this day and age.

You want chocolate that is good for you all around?  Make sure that you opt for dark chocolate versus milk!

One of the first things that you need to know is what wheat grass really is – well, it is actually a young wheat plant.  Instead of allowing the wheat plant to grow into wheat, we actually harvest it much earlier in order to extract its juice and make it into wheat grass shots.  Wheat grass can honestly help a slew of things in your health – everything from cancer all the way to heart disease.

In the next blog, we are going to talk about how to eat wheat grass and when is the best time to eat it!

Carrots have a possession of beta carotene, which is a secret weapons to breast cancer, bladder, lung and mouth cancer on top of prostate and stomach – eat a lot of carrots and you should have no problems with cancer!  Cauliflower, cabbage, kale and Brussel sprouts are a few other things that will fight that cancer for you when eaten.

Finally, figs and garlic are two other foods that really and truly will help you fight off cancer – both of which are incredible superfoods!

Although you should by no means overdo it, you can get a lot of calcium through some sweet and flavorful treats. For example, frozen yogurt is an excellent source of calcium — and it is also healthier than, say, ice cream. Of course, before buying any type of frozen yogurt, you should check out its calcium content. Remember, regular yogurt provides even more calcium. Evaporated milk in recipes for pudding, fudge, and even cake is a great alternative as well, as a single cup provides six hundred and sixty milligrams worth of calcium!

Cheese is an excellent source as well, and incorporating healthy amounts of various kinds of cheese into your diet can also provide a real treat. Remember, plenty of delicious dishes can be made even better with the addition of cheese; pasta and casseroles are just two of them.

If you have decided to live and eat healthy, you may find this guide useful when you push your cart along the aisles of your grocery or when you rush to the farmers market every weekend.

You get the best of fruits and vegetables when you get those which are at their best condition. Here are some useful tips:

Raspberries and Blackberries

Go for raspberries and blackberries that have that shine without any discoloration or molds. If you will not eat it right away, you can put it in a plastic container and refrigerate. They’ll be good for around 2 days. Don’t forget to wash them before consumption. They will be great with if you are baking some stuff or just in addition to those yummy dishes.

Plums, Apricots, Peaches

Go for the cleanest of skin, meaning, no bruises or wrinkles. The fruit should also be taut and firm to touch. You can ripen these fruits at room temperature and refrigerate them once they are ripe. You can serve plums, peaches, or apricots with dishes of pork, chicken, or duck.

Corn

Don’t just grab them, take a look inside. The kernels should be full and well defined. You can keep them in the fridge for about 2 days until you decide to use them. You can play with your imagination in terms of preparation: grill, boil, steam, or just toss them into that salad bowl.

Strawberries

They should be bright red with a beautiful green stem. You can pack them loosely in a plastic container and refrigerate for around 2 days. You can enjoy the fruit itself or top it with cream. You can also drizzle it with some wine or balsamic vinegar.