Swap Foods Infographic

 
Looking to eat healthier but having problems finding substitutions for foods that you love?  Check out this SWAP FOODS Infographic …. Just swap THIS for THAT.  It’s as easy as that!

 

Swap Foods Infographic
 
 

swap COW’S MILK for NUT MILK

Nut milk is high in beneficial fats, high in calcium, easier on your digestion, better for your thighs and super tasty.

 

swap CHOCOLATE for RAW CACAO

Raw cacao is chocolate in its pure unadulterated form and it’s a nutrition packed superfood!

 

swap SOFT DRINK for COCONUT WATER

Coconut water is a much better choice.  It’s been hyped up recently for a reason – it’s full of electrolytes, is naturally hydrating, it’s super high in potassium, it’s alkalising… the list of benefits is lengthy.

 

swap COFFEE for DANDELION & CHICORY ROOT TEA

Coffee messes with your adrenals big time, blocks absorption of certain minerals and wreaks havoc on your immune system.  A great substitute is roasted dandelion and chicory root tea.  Plus, it’s something different.

 

swap CANOLA OIL for COCONUT OIL

When it comes to cooking, coconut oil is the only oil we use at Just Add Good Stuff.  It has a high smoke point, which means that it doesn’t turn rancid upon heating (unlike most other plant oils – even olive oil).  If you even come close to burning anything but coconut oil, it will release tonnes of harmful free radicals into your food.

 

swap WHITE PASTA for ANY OF THE BELOW

Mung Bean Pasta, Black Bean Pasta or Quinoa & Brown Rice Pasta are all healthier than bleached white pasta which has little to no nutritional value.

 

swap WHITE RICE for BROWN RICE

As with white pasta, white rice has also been stripped of its nutrients leaving nothing but a white carb that becomes sugar as soon as it hits your mouth.  Brown rice or black rice (even better) is the stuff your body is after when it comes to nutrients.

 

swap WHITE BREAD for RYE BREAD

For a grain to be white it means it’s had all of its nutrients stripped away.  Choose a whole grain like rye, spelt or oat instead.

 

swap CHEESE for NUT CHEESE

Cow’s cheese comes under the same umbrella as cow’s milk.  A much healthier alternative is cheese made from nuts.

 

swap WHITE SUGAR for NATURAL SWEETENERS

Choose from raw honey, maple syrup, coconut nectar, yacon syrup, stevia or dates.

 

swap DESSERTS for RAW DESSERTS

There’s no way we’re giving up desserts!  So, raw desserts are made of ingredients like nuts, seeds, oats, almond meal, coconut, cacao, dates, avocado, chia seeds and other super foods that are much healthier than traditional desserts.

 

This Swap Foods Infographic is brought to you by The Wellness Warrior.

Seasonal Fruit & Vegetables Infographics > Know When to Grow and Buy Fresh Fruit, Vegetables and Herbs According to Time of Year

Choosing high quality produce that is fresh and in season takes a bit of self-education. In today’s world, all types of fruit, vegetables and herbs are available year round at local grocers and large supermarkets. From genetically modified produce to streamlined agriculture and shipping methods, consumers have gotten a false sense of reality about what fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables are. Here are a couple of seasonal fruit and vegetables infographics that will tell you when produce is in season:

 

So when are herbs, vegetables and fruits in season? When should you grow certain types of produce? Why do certain veggies and fruit cost so much more during different seasons? As mentioned above, in today’s world, we can purchase vegetables and fruits any time of year. However, we know that these fruits and veggies are not ‘fresh’. They’ve been picked long before they’ve ripened or are ready for human consumption, then they are packaged and shipped globally before landing in a storage facility at your local supermarket. The environmental impact and carbon footprint is substantial.

 

Therefore, if you buy your fruits and vegetables by the season, there is a better chance that your produce will be much cheaper, fresher and tastier! That’s why most of the top restaurants in the world will change their menu according to seasonal fruit and vegetables (and herbs), so that their food can taste the best that they can. Another easy way to tell if your fruits and vegetables are in season is by visiting your local produce market and co-op farmers market. They can’t sell anything that’s not fresh, because you’ll know it!

 

When are Fruits in Season? Check Out This Awesome Seasonal Fruit Infographic!

 
This fruit infographic will tell you what fruits are usually in season at what time of year. YEAR ROUND fruits that are fresh include citrus fruits, bananas and passion fruit. Seasonal SUMMER FRUITS include tomatoes, rhubarb, watermelon, mango, papaya (papaw), grapes, figs and apples. AUTUMN FRUITS that are fresh during the fall and in season include pears, pomegranates, persimmons, cranberries, and coconut. WINTER FRUITS include dates, pineapples, kiwi fruit, guava and kumquats. Last but not least, seasonal SPRING FRUITS include plums, peaches, melons, cherries, berries, avocadoes and dewberries. Buying fruits in season will not only save you money, but will also give you tastier, healthier and more nutritious options.

 

Seasonal fruit infographic - when to buy seasonal fruits

 

When are Vegetables in Season? Look at This Amazing Seasonal Vegetables Infographic!

 
So when are vegetable seasons? This infographic will outline when veggies are in season and ripe for purchase at the local grocery store or farmer’s market. YEAR ROUND seasonal vegetables include some surprising ones: beets, celery, fennel, ginger, onions, spinach, broccolini, chard, garlic, greens, potatoes and various types of sprouts. Seasonal SUMMER VEGETABLES include corn (non-GMO), eggplant, bell peppers and okra. FALL/AUTUMN VEGGIES seasonal include broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kale, daikon, parsnip, squash, pumpkin and sweet potatoes. Contrary to popular belief, there are also some awesome WINTER VEGETABLES that are in season during the cold period that include: leeks, rutabaga, turnips, chicory, carrots and celery root. SPRING VEGETABLES in season produce include new potatoes, mushrooms, green beans, pea, snap peas, cucumber, zucchini, chives, ramps, asparagus and artichokes. Buying vegetables in season will not only save you money, but will also give you tastier, healthier and more nutritious options.

 

Seasonal vegetables infographic - when to buy seasonal veggies

 

When are Herbs in Season? Yes, that’s right, even herbs have seasonal growing patters so check out this educational Seasonal Herb Infographic!

 
Many of us don’t know that herbs are also grown seasonally. In season herbs will give you the best of all worlds when it comes to nutrients, taste and price. So when are herbs in season? Check it out here. YEAR ROUND HERBS in season all the time include savory, rosemary, parsley, fennel, capers and bay leaves. SUMMER HERBS seasonally grown include mace, nutmeg, marjoram, oregano, turmeric and lavender. Seasonal AUTUMN HERBS grown and fresh during the Fall season include fenugreek, lemongrass, cardamom and cloves. Unfortunately, there are no WINTER ONLY seasonal herbs (except for the ones that are grown year round as listed above). SPRING HERBS in season include angelica, anise, arugula, sorrel, basil, mint, caraway, cumin, catnip, chamomile, sage, cilantro, coriander, chervil, dill, thyme and tarragon. Buying in season herbs seasonally will not only save you money, but will also give you tastier, healthier and more nutritious options.

 

Seasonal herb infographic - when to buy seasonal herbs

 

A Guide to Seasonal Fruits & Vegetables > The Bountiful Year

 
If the above isn’t enough information, check out this seasonal fruit and vegetables infographic that is designed to be printed out to hang on your kitchen fridge or to be brought with you to your local market when grocery shopping. Nothing tastes better than eating fruits and vegetables at the peak of their growing season. But how can you keep track of what’s vegetables and fruits are in season? The below infographic shows when various foods should be harvested and likely available in your local market. By picking seasonal fruits and vegetables, you are getting the most nutritious, cheapest and tastiest produce throughout the year. For this summer, try to pick up fresh raspberries, strawberries, pomegranates, peaches, cucumbers, basil, lemons, grapes and figs to name a few summer seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs.

 

when to buy vegetables and fruits when they are in season and fresh

Everything You Need To Know About Calories > Ultimate Calorie Infographic

Thanks to your friends at LifeQuotes4U, here is the ultimate calorie infographic that explains: what a calorie is, calorie recommendations, examples in fast food and take-out meals and how calories are burned in exercise and through sport. It’s a real eye-opener!

 

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO CALORIES

 
The calorie infographic above gives you an idea of how calories are measured and how they are burned (or not burned) off through fitness and exercise.  Just Add Good Stuff believes that it is important for all of us to be more aware of what we are putting in and on our bodies and understanding what calories are and where they come from is essential in controlling our nutrition and diet.  It’s up to us to make sure that we are feeding ourselves with nutritional foods and not empty calories.  As mentioned in this calorie infographic, a calorie is the approximate amount of energy that is required to raise the temperature of one gram of water by one degree Celsius.  The term ‘calorie’ was first used in 1824 as a unit of measurement of heat.  It has now come to be used as a unit of measurement of the energy contained within food and drink.  When you look at labels, cal (all lower case) is 1 small calorie.  This is NOT to be confused with Cal (with a capital ‘C’) which is equivalent to 1000 small calories (cal).  The Cal is also known as the kcal (or kilocalorie).  Remember that most packaging labels use cal and NOT kcal or Cal.

 

The Ultimate Guide to Calories Infographic

 

Calorie Recommendations according to…

 
As you see in this calorie infographic, the NHS (Great Britain) recommends that the average man requires 2,500 Calories per day.  The average woman, in comparison, requires only 2,000 Calories per day. On the other hand, the USA Government recommendations for daily Calorie intake is as follows:

2-3 Years Old = 1,000 Cal for males | 1,000 Cal for females

4-8 Years Old = 1,400 Cal for males | 1,200 Cal for females

9-13 Years Old = 1,800 Cal for males | 1,600 Cal for females

14-18 Years Old = 2,200 Cal for males | 1,800 Cal for females

19-30 Years Old = 2,400 Cal for males | 2,000 Cal for females

31-50 Years Old = 2,200 Cal for males | 1,800 Cal for females

51+ Years Old = 2,000 Cal for males | 1,600 Cal for females

 

The USA Government also recommends these levels of ‘empty calories’ per day for males and females (see below).  The estimated empty calories intake is for unusually physically active individuals. Empty calorie are those that are derived from solid fats or added refined sugars.  Cakes, sweets, soft drinks, fast food, all contain a high number of empty calories as seen in this calorie infographic:
 

2-3 Years Old = 135 Cal for males | 135 Cal for females

4-8 Years Old = 120 Cal for males | 120 Cal for females

9-13 Years Old = 160 Cal for males | 120 Cal for females

14-18 Years Old = 265 Cal for males | 160 Cal for females

19-30 Years Old = 330 Cal for males | 260 Cal for females

31-50 Years Old = 265 Cal for males | 160 Cal for females

51+ Years Old = 260 Cal for males | 120 Cal for females

 

The Problem Starts Here > Calories in Fast Food

 
In 2013, the top 10 most unhealthy foods from America’s five most popular fast food chains are absolutely horrific when you are looking at empty calories intake.  The problems with fast foods from Hardee’s, Burger King, McDonalds, Wendy’s and KFC are that they contain a whole lot of empty calories and not much nutritional value.  Here are the 10 most unhealthy foods from these popular fast food chains according to the calorie infographic:

10. Burger King – Tendercrisp Chicken Sandwich (750 cal)

9. McDonald’s – Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese (750 cal)

8. KFC – Chicken Pot Pie (790 cal)

7. Hardee’s – 1/3 lb Original Thickburger (810 cal)

6. Wendy’s – Baconator (970 cal)

5. Burger King – Double Whopper With Cheese (990 cal)

4. Wendy’s – ¾ lb Triple (1,060 cal)

3. McDonald’s – Big Breakfast with Hot Cakes (1,090 cal)

2. Burger King – Triple Whopper with Cheese (1,230 cal)

1. Hardee’s – The Monster Thickburger (1,300 cal)

 

And The Problem Continues with Calories in Takeout Foods…

 
But the problem with empty calorie intake doesn’t stop at the top five fast food chains.  Popular takeout foods are also loaded with carbs and empty calories as noted in this calorie infographic:

5. Fish and Chips (838 kcal)

4. Kebabs (1,000 kcal)

3. Indian Foods like Chicken Tikka Masala, Pilau Rice, and 1 Plain Naan Bread (1,338 kcal)

2. Chinese Foods like Sweet/Sour Chicken, Egg Fried Rice and Vegetable Spring Roles (1,436 kcal)

1. Pizza – 12” standard size (1,835 kcal)

 

But, Calorie Intake is not the only problem…

 
As you know, eating is not the only problem in America.  It’s also the lack of exercise that is causing us to be the most obese nation in the world. Take for instance the examples in this calorie infographic.  Calories burned by a 150 lb person during 1 hours participation in exercise:

Dancing > 370 cal > The average Chinese takeaway would take 3:53 (yes, that’s 3 hours and 53 minutes) of dancing to burn off the calories consumed in Chinese takeaway food.

Football/Soccer > 468 cal > A McDonald’s Big Breakfast with Hotcakes would take 1 hour and 20 minutes to burn off when playing intense football/soccer.

Swimming > 603 cal > A Hardee’s Monster Thickburger would take 2 hours and 9 minutes to burn the calories when swimming!

Jogging > 675 cal > The average Indian kebab takes 1 hour and 29 minutes to burn off when jogging!

 

Other Calorie Inforgraphic Interesting Facts and Figures:

 
In 2011, Americans spent $117,000,000,000 on fast food.  There were 311 million people living in the United States in 2011, making the giant fast food industry approximately $376 per person!  Per campita consumption of fast food in 2005 around the world was: $566 in the US, $456 in Canada, $390 in Great Britain and $363 in Australia!  In the UK in 2011, there were 5,400,000,000 visits to fast food restaurants.  Even more striking is that half of all meals consumed in Britain are from fast food joints!
 
More information is online here: http://visual.ly/ultimate-guide-calories

LEMON INFOGRAPHIC > Just Add Lemons … Top 10 Health Benefits of Lemons, Interesting Facts/Figures, Lemon Recipes and Nutritional Value

The Just Add Good Stuff INFOGRAPHIC SERIES continues with our Lemon Infographic. These truly unique health food infographics (or infograms) that we design provide you with interesting facts and things about the best fruits, whole foods and vegetables in addition to general health details. From weird and wacky facts to nutrition information per serving, these infographics is a starting point to help you kick start a more happy and healthy lifestyle. We hope you enjoy them!

 

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Just Add Lemons! Lemons are well known for their sharp and acidic, bitter but zingy flavor. They are rich in vitamin C and low in sugar. They go well with sweet and savoury dishes and all parts of the lemon can be eaten, juiced, dried and used. Not only that, but lemons aid in the proper function of our digestive, immune and circulatory systems in addition to balancing our body’s pH. Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Lemon Infographic:

 

Just Add Good Stuff Lemon Infographic detailing the health benefits in a visual way

 

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Lemons as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Lemon Infographic:

  1. maintains our pH balance (they are alkaline in our bodies)
  2. lemons are high in vitamin C & potassium which boost our immune system
  3. stimulates our gastrointestinal tract and the peristalsis
  4. lemon juice clears skin, no matter your skin type by removing toxins
  5. act as a natural, non-evasive, non-threatening diuretic
  6. lemons homeopathically freshens breath & cures mouth sores
  7. helps keep our skin healthy, moisturized and glowing
  8. lemons are very high in pectin fiber which aids in weight loss
  9. rich in proteins, magnesium, calcium, fiber, flavanoids
  10. lemon hydrates our lymph system, alleviates constipation & stress

 

Lemon Nutrition Facts as described on our Lemons Infographic

  • Serving Size = 1 fruit (2 1/8″ diameter)
  • Calories = 17
  • Calories from Fat = 2
  • Total Fat = 0.17 g
  • Cholesterol = 0 mg
  • Sodium = 1 mg
  • Potassium = 80 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate = 5.41 g
  • Dietary Fiber =1.6 g
  • Sugars = 1.45 g
  • Protein = 0.64 g
  • Vitamin A = 0% RDI
  • Vitamin C = 51% RDI
  • Calcium = 2% RDI
  • Iron = 2% RDI

 

Healthy Lemon Recipes on our Lemon Infographic

  1. Good Morning Lemon Berry water
  2. Lemon Coconut Quinoa Hemp main dish
  3. Green Lemon Infused smoothie

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

 

Things You May Not Know About Lemons as described on our Lemon Infographic

  • 1 WHOLE lemon contains a day’s supply of a vitamin C, but the JUICE only contains 1/3 of the recommended daily intake
  • Lemons are GREEN and turn YELLOW due to temperature, not ripeness (just don’t buy brown ones)
  • The CITRIC ACID in lemons prevent oxidation of fresh raw foods
  • Lemons are a natural & versatile household cleaner
  • Roll a room-temperature lemon under your palm for max juice
  • BOTTLED lemon juice aren’t as good as fresh organics
  • Lemons came from Southern India, Northern Burma, and China
  • The lemon tree is considered an evergreen
  • The Meyer lemon is a cross between a lemon & an orange or mandarin

 

The Just Add Good Stuff lemon infographic (we also call it our lemon infograph) talks about general lemon facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The lemon infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of lemon which would affect our Top 10 lemon health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of lemon in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about lemons in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Lemon Infographic.

The information on this infographic is for informational purposes only.
It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.

GOJI BERRY INFOGRAPHIC > Just Add Goji Berries… Check out the Top 10 Health Benefits, Interesting Facts and Recipes Here!

The Just Add Good Stuff INFOGRAPHIC SERIES continues with our Goji Berry Infographic. The original infographics (or infograms) that we are designing provide you with interesting facts and things about the best fruits, whole foods and vegetables in addition to general health details. From weird and wacky facts to nutrition information per serving, these infographics is a starting point to help you kick start a more happy and healthy lifestyle. We hope you enjoy them!

 

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Just Add Goji Berries! Goji berries (or goji berry) have been used in Asian herbal medicine for over 5,000 years. The goji berry is one of the most nutrient rich foods in the world. It is a vegetarian form of protein and is packed with essential amino acids, vitamins A, C, B2 and E. They also contain over 20 trace minerals and beta-carotene. Goji berries are ‘superfoods’. Here is our Goji Berry Infographic that outlines the Top 10 health benefits of goji berry, goji nutrition information, goji berry recipes and some interesting facts about goji berries in general. Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Goji Berries Infographic:

 

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TOP 10 Health Benefits of Goji Berries as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Goji Berry Infographic:

  1. rich in antioxidants that boosts our immune system
  2. goji berry helps fight free radicals that contribute to cancer & ageing
  3. high in beta-carotene improving vision & prevents cataracts
  4. goji berries provides our body with vitamins B1, B2, B6 and E
  5. contains another 22 minerals and 11 amino acids
  6. goji berry is used to treat cancers, skin disease and inflammation
  7. prevents and fights both fatigue and tiredness
  8. goji berries are high in natural plant based protein and iron
  9. stimulates release of human growth hormone (anti-aging)
  10. goji berry reduces blood pressure and cholesterol levels

 

Goji Berry Nutrition Facts as described on our Goji Berries Infographic

  • Serving Size = 1 oz (28 g)
  • Calories = 100
  • Calories from Fat = 0
  • Total Fat = 0 g
  • Cholesterol = 0 mg
  • Sodium = 75 mg
  • Potassium = 0 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate = 21 g
  • Dietary Fiber =3 g
  • Sugars = 13 g
  • Protein = 4 g
  • Vitamin A = 140% RDI
  • Vitamin C = 20% RDI
  • Calcium = 4% RDI
  • Iron = 10% RDI

 

Healthy Goji Berry Recipes on our Goji Berries Infographic

  1. Organic Dried goji berries
  2. Green Monster juice
  3. Mixed Berry Flax/Hemp bread

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

 

Things You May Not Know About Goji Berries as described on our Goji Berry Infographic

  • Goji berries are rich in zeaxanthin, and have been known to prevent the loss of eyesight in people over the age of 65
  • They enhance fertility and improve sexual function, particularly in men
  • Goji berries are used to relieve headaches and insomnia
  • Contains 13% more protein than whole meat
  • Make a great snack and come dried, powdered and in liquid extract
  • Also contains more iron than spinach
  • Chinese Journal of Oncology concluded that they help fight cancer
  • Goji berries come from China, Tibet and Mongolia
  • Increasingly popular in weight loss clean eating diet & lifestyles

 

The Just Add Good Stuff goji berry infographic (we also call it our goji infograph) talks about general goji berry facts and nutrient information. For more details about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The goji berries infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of wheat grass which would affect our Top 10 goji berry health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of goji (fresh and dried) in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about these berries in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Goji Infographic.

The information on this infographic is for informational purposes only.
It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.

WHEATGRASS Infographic > Just Add Wheatgrass… Here’s a look at wheat grass nutrition

Next in line for the Just Add Good Stuff INFOGRAPHIC SERIES is our Wheatgrass Infographic. The infographics (or infograms) that we are compiling provide you with interesting facts and things about the best vegetables, fruits, whole foods and general health. From weird and wacky facts to nutrition information per serving, these infographics is a starting point to help you kick start a more happy and healthy lifestyle. We hope you enjoy them!

 

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Just Add Wheatgrass! Wheatgrass (or wheat grass) is one of the best superfoods available! Wheatgrass is a powerful health food supplement that is packed with highly concentrated chlorophyll, vitamins, minerals, trace elements and enzymes. Because wheatgrass is a complete food that contains 98 of the 102 earth elements, it is often called a ‘superfood’. Here is our Wheatgrass Infographic that outlines the Top 10 health benefits of wheatgrass, wheatgrass nutrition information, wheatgrass recipes and some interesting facts about wheatgrass in general. Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Wheatgrass Infographic:

 

Just Add Wheatgrass Infographic detailing the top 10 wheatgrass health benefits, interesting figures and facts about wheat grass and exciting new wheatgrass recipes that you can add to your nutrition diet

 

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Wheatgrass as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Wheatgrass Infographic:

  1. one of the best natural sources of living chlorophyll
  2. activates white blood cells to boost your immune system
  3. reduces high blood pressure and alleviates stress
  4. contains beta-carotene which detoxifies the body
  5. wheatgrass is high in vitamins A, B-Complex, C, E and K
  6. helps prevent tooth decay and improves digestion
  7. no known side effects and very few allergies
  8. restores alkalinity to the blood and circulatory system
  9. heals cuts and bruises when applied topically
  10. contains powerful anti-aging properties

 

Wheatgrass Nutrition Facts as described on our Wheat Grass Infographic

  • Serving Size = 1 tbsp (8 g)
  • Calories = 35
  • Calories from Fat = 0
  • Total Fat = 0 g
  • Cholesterol = 0 mg
  • Sodium = 2 mg
  • Potassium = 230 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate = 4 g
  • Dietary Fiber =2 g
  • Sugars = 0 g
  • Protein = 2 g
  • Vitamin A = 80% RDI
  • Vitamin C = 30% RDI
  • Calcium = 4% RDI
  • Iron = 10% RDI

 

Healthy Wheatgrass Recipes on our Wheatgrass Infographic

  1. Green Monster smoothie
  2. Single Wheatgrass shot
  3. Avocado/Dill Wheatgrass spread/dip

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

 

Things You May Not Know About Wheatgrass as described on our Wheatgrass Infographic

  • One ounce (shot) contains 103 vitamins, minerals and amino acids
  • One ounce contains roughly the same nutritional value as 2.5 pounds of fresh green vegetables
  • You can buy wheatgrass growing kits and harvest your own!
  • Keeps hair from graying and returns its lustre
  • Wheatgrass detoxifies the liver, circulatory & digestive systems
  • Used as an excellent skin cleanser and moisterizer
  • Used to treat cuts, rashes, burns, scrapes bites, poisin ivy, tumours
  • Also used to treat sore throats and mouth sores
  • Wheatgrass sweetens your breath and treats bad morning breath

 

The Just Add Good Stuff wheatgrass infographic (we also call it a wheat grass infograph) talks about general wheatgrass facts and nutrient information. For more details about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The wheatgrass infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of wheat grass which would affect our Top 10 wheatgrass health benefits on the Wheatgrass Infographic. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of wheat grass in various dishes, so our wheatgrass recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about wheatgrass in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Wheatgrass Infographic.

The information on this infographic is for informational purposes only.
It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.

BLUEBERRY INFOGRAPHIC > Just Add Blueberries! Here’s a look at Blueberry Nutrition

This is the first of our INFOGRAPHIC SERIES on Just Add Good Stuff. The infographics (or infograms) will provide you with interesting facts and figures about various vegetables, fruits, whole foods and general health. From weird and wacky facts to nutritional information per serving, these infographics is a starting point to help you kick start a more healthy and happy lifestyle.  We hope you enjoy them!

 

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Just Add Blueberries! Blueberries are one of the best superfoods in the world! Blueberries are high in nutrition, vitamins and trace minerals. All of these aid in our cognitive, circulatory, nervous and digestive systems. Here is a Blueberry Infographic that outlines the Top 10 health benefits of blueberries, blueberry nutrition information, blueberry recipes and some interesting facts about blueberries.  Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Blueberry Infographic:

 

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TOP 10 Health Benefits of Blueberries on the Blueberry Infographic:

  1. extremely high in anti-oxidants
  2. restores & protects brain cells for cognitive function
  3. slows the aging process to keep us healthy & young
  4. 32% of recommended vitamin c in a single serving
  5. effective anti-depressant to stabilize mood swings
  6. ideal dietary supplement to prevent heart disease
  7. no known side effects and very few allergies
  8. high in fiber which improves digestion
  9. fights free radicals against cancer, alzheimers & infection
  10. keeps us fresh, active, fit & sharp

 

Blueberry Nutrition Facts on the Blueberry Infographic

  • Serving Size = 1 cup
  • Calories = 83
  • Calories from Fat = 4
  • Total Fat = 0.48 g
  • Cholesterol = 0 mg
  • Sodium = 1 mg
  • Potassium = 112 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate = 21.01 g
  • Dietary Fiber = 3.5 g
  • Sugars = 14.44 g
  • Protein = 1.07 g
  • Vitamin A = 2% RDI
  • Vitamin C = 24% RDI
  • Calcium = 1% RDI
  • Iron = 2% RDI

 

Healthy Blueberry Recipes on the Blueberry Infographic

  1. Blueberry Quinoa muffins
  2. Blueberry Acai Berry dessert balls
  3. Mixed Berry flax & hemp seed bread

 
* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

 

 Things You May Not Know About Blueberries on the Blueberry Infographic

  • USDA study ranked wild blueberries as the #1 anti-oxidant fruit
  • WILD blueberries contain 48% more anti-oxidants than cultivated blueberries
  • You can buy ORGANIC & WILD blueberries at your local grocers
  • WILD & ORGANIC blueberries also come frozen
  • > 95% of store bought blueberry MUFFINS contain no blueberries
  • Use FROZEN wild blueberies in place of ice cubes
  • Blueberries are one of the only natural foods that are truly blue
  • Blueberries were once called star berries
  •  State of Maine is the blueberry production capital of North America

 

This blueberry infographic (we also call it a blueberry infograph) talks about general blueberry facts and information.  For more details about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals.  It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness.  The blueberry infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of blueberries which would affect our Top 10 blueberry health benefits on the Blueberry Infographic.  In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of blueberries in various dishes, so our blueberry recipes will also reflect that.  Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about blueberries in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Blueberry Infographic.

 
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INFOGRAM > 8 Fresh Produce Picks to Lower & Balance Your Blood Pressure

Ever wonder how you can balance or even lower your blood pressure through fresh produce?

 
According to this health infogram, these are the 8 FRESH PRODUCE picks for BETTER BLOOD PRESSURE.

Beets, leafy greens, and other vegetables high in nitrates may help lower blood pressure naturally.  And how is this done?  Vegetables that are high in nitrates relax our blood vessels and improve circulation.  The result: a more balanced blood pressure.

So if you are looking to lower your blood pressure, try eating more of these nitrate rich heart-healthy picks.  Wherever possible, try to eat these vegetables in its organic raw state or as ‘raw as possible’.

 

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1. BEETS are well known for their blood pressure benefits

A new study published in the American Heart Association’s Hypertension journal concludes that drinking a small amount of fresh, raw beet juice not only lowers high blood pressure quickly and effectively but could also be a natural approach to reducing future cardiovascular problems. The research was conducted by scientists at London’s Queen Mary University on red beets, called beetroot in Britain. Beets have drawn attention from nutritional scientists in recent years because of their health benefits. Specifically, beets have been found to be rich in betaine, a nutrient which reduces the blood concentration of homocycsteine, an amino acid linked to heart disease and stroke.

 

2. SPINACH will lower your blood pressure quickly

A green leafy delight, spinach is low in calories, high in fiber, and packed with heart-healthy nutrients like potassium, folate, and magnesium — key ingredients for lowering and maintaining blood pressure levels. An easy way to eat more of this great green? Try mixing fresh spinach leaves into salads or adding them to sandwiches.

 

3. CELERY is a surprising blood pressure balancer too!

Three active ingredients in celery promote healthy blood pressure: 3-n-butylphthalide, or NBP; apigenin, a plant-based antioxidant; and omega-6 fatty acids, an essential fatty acid. In his book “How to Prevent and Treat Diabetes with Natural Medicine,” Dr. Michael Murray, a naturopathic doctor, writes that NBP behaves like a calcium channel blocker, dilating arteries and relaxing blood vessels. Apigenin protects your body against cellular damage, decreases inflammation in your arteries and prevents blood clots. Omega-6 fatty acids, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center, may help protect your body against hypertension, or high blood pressure.

 

4. SWISS CHARD … what, never heard of it!

Eating foods with plenty of vitamin E, such as Swiss Chard (which has one of the highest concentrations of Vitamin E in any vegetable) might also reduce the chances of developing coronary artery disease, which can lead to a heart attack or heart failure. Other heart-healthy perks found in chard include vitamin B6 and potassium — which may reduce the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure, respectively. Keeping your cholesterol low by eating good sources of fiber such as chard may lower heart-disease risk even more.

 

5. RADISH is more than just a salad topping!

High in nitrites and many other trace minerals, radishes are beginning to get more notice when it comes to balancing our blood pressure and lowering cholesterol.  Many studies are now underway as to additional benefits of radishes when it comes to our circulatory system.  In other words, keep eating them!

 

6. KALE helps balance our blood pressure

The high fiber content of kale lowers our cholesterol by binding with bile acids that the liver produces from cholesterol for digesting fat. Because many of these bile acids are coupled with fiber, the liver is charged with producing more bile acid to digest fat, and therefore requires more cholesterol to so, ultimately lowering the amount of cholesterol within our bodies.  This in turn helps regulate our blood pressure and in some cases, even lower it.

 

7. LETTUCE helps lower blood pressure and cholesterol

Eating vegetables daily with a high dietary nitrate content, such as green leafy vegetables (all type of lettuce), will help in lowering cholesterol and high blood pressure by as much as 10%.

 

8. ARUGULA and blood pressure benefitsd

Arugula has a perfect amount of Vitamin K which has many benefits including bone health and healthy blood clotting. Research has also shown that getting more Vitamin K may reduce the risk of heart disease. It’s also a good source of calcium, magnesium, and potassium to help control blood pressure and preserve bone health. Plus, it’s a decent source of iron to build healthy red blood cells.

 

This awesome everyday HEALTH INFOGRAM is from our friends at the Journal of Science of Food and Agriculture (Nathan Bryan Ph.D).