Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Meal Plan for Michelle Susan, 36 yrs old.

Breakfast: -1 bowl of brown rice porridge with sliced fish and parsley _(2s R & A) (1/2s Veg) (1/2s M & A)
                  -1 cup of Western Tea
                  -1 serving of blueberries_(1s fruit)

Reason: Brown rice could lower cholestrol, is rich in fibre and contains various vitamins like vitamins B1, B3 and B6. Parsley contains anti-oxidant and vitamin C. It also has a good source of folic acid which reduces risk of heart complications. Tea is known to clear fats from a person's body.  Berries are high in fibre, helps lower hypertension due to high amounts of fiber, vitamin C potassium and other plant compounds and are anti-inflammantory. Blueberries contains a compund called pterostilbene that helps prevent plague buildup in ateries.


Lunch: - 1 plate of whole wheat pasta with cheese _(2s R & A) (1s M & A) (1/2s Veg)
                                                     - 1 glass of guava juice_(1s fruit)


Reason: Pasta helps lower the glycemic index of a meal which means more nutritional benefits and can beneficial for those with diabetes. Guava juice contains vitamin C content which is also known as ascorbic acid that helps one fight infections and improves his/ her immune system.


Dinner: - Cream of Mushroom**




-Salad which contains - Bolied Broccoli
                                    - Boiled Corns
                                    - Boiled Carrots _(1 1/2s Veg)
-Salmon Fillet_(1s M&A)
- Baby Potato_(1 1/2 R&A)
- Mangoes**


- 1 glass of Lime Juice**




**optional.
Reason: Mushroom Soup contains mushroom which is known to cure and prevent diseases such as cancer. Salad contains various kinds of vegetables which could aid in building a persons immune system and gives a person dietary fibre and vitamins. The Salmon Fillet has omega-3 fat which decreases the risk of numerous cardiovascular problems including heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure and many more. Futhermore, research shows that omega-3 fat can decrease the risk of cancer, eye- related problems, gives joint protection and improves mood and cognition. Baby Potatoes are high in complex carbohydrates which can provide one sufficient energy for a longer period of time than food with simple carbohydrates. Mango fruit is rich in pre-biotic dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals, and poly-phenolic flavonoid antioxidant compounds. According to new research study, mango fruit has been found to protect against colon, breast, leukemia and prostate cancers. Lime juice can effectively aid in a person's digestion.