5 useful products that you may harm

In recent times it has become fashionable alluring word "Superfoods". Supposedly, they are so useful that they should have without stopping.


However, not all so is simple. And superpolite, at first glance, treats may contain harmful substances, so their consumption should be limited. Here is a list of 5 products that have received the status of "super", but then "fallen" in the eyes of the doctors.





Grapefruit


This popular fruit slimming contains naringenin - a substance that lowers blood sugar and helps to burn more fat. It is frequently found in the composition, and even in many diets, and some pharmaceutical companies have long in advance to produce drugs with grapefruit. In addition, it contains a lot of vitamin C and fiber, and they also struggle with excess weight and prevent premature aging.




However, this miracle fruit can increase the levels of the female hormone estrogen. According to a study conducted in the United States, the 40-year-old woman, eat at least a quarter of a grapefruit a day have an increased risk of breast cancer - as much as 30% compared to the norm. Therefore, before pressing on this product, it is better to consult your doctor. Moreover, if the family history you have breast cancer cases.





Turmeric


The active component of the spice curcumin accelerates the breakdown of fats, does not give sugar in the blood greatly increase and prolong the health of the liver. Some studies have also shown that turmeric promotes the body's natural defence against cancer and slows the development of Alzheimer's disease.




The main thing is not to overdo it and not to exceed a daily dose of turmeric or curry 100 mg overreliance on any of the spices, as is well known, leads to the formation of ulcers, and curcumin in addition also thins the blood, which in case of injury or surgery can cause heavy bleeding. Valid recommended intake - no more than 1 teaspoon a week.




Chile




Capsaicin, which is part of the pepper works as an analgesic, improves blood circulation and prevents the development of cancerous tumors. Dietikon his advise as pohudatelny" supplements: pepper speeds up the metabolism and helps burn more calories. As shown by the experiment of the British physiologists, enough to put food just a quarter teaspoon of this spice in a day and you can lose more than 2 pounds in a month.




But another experiment conducted by the staff of Yale University, gave a more dire results: people who ate one chilli daily had a risk of developing stomach cancer by 15% above average. In addition, many developed irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Scientists believe that the consumption of spices reduces the protective forces of the gastrointestinal tract, contributes to the development of ulcers, indigestion, reflux disease and heartburn. Therefore, there are more than 3 players in a week is not worth it; and be sure sedate spices sufficient amount of soft food!




Soy




"Magic beans" came to us from Asia, and, according to many nutritionists, they help Eastern women preserve the symmetry and youth. For many, they completely replace animal products (milk and meat) and thereby prevent problems with cholesterol, atherosclerosis, and stroke; and they contain 7 essential amino acids help the body to restore damaged cells and build new ones.




However, there were some fly in the ointment. Some of the components of soy can interfere with the absorption of proteins and minerals, as well as negatively affect the overall metabolism. Other components of the same product "mimic" the natural hormone estrogen, and to predict their effects on the male reproductive system, is extremely difficult. Several studies have shown that excessive consumption of soy reduces sperm quality, and sometimes increases the risk of developing prostate cancer. In General, more than one servings of soy foods a day the doctors advise.




Fatty fish




In salmon, mackerel and other fatty varieties high in omega-3 acids, as they strengthen the cardiovascular system and prolong the health of the nervous. In addition, the fish contains vitamin D and phosphorus, deficiency of which has become a real scourge of the modern "fastfude" society. It is not surprising that in recent times the fish "promote" almost as a panacea for all ills, and especially advocate for her cardiologists.




However, from another "beach" - diabetes, which threatens millions of people in developed countries, fatty fish does not protect, and even Vice versa. According to analysts from the University of California, pesticides, which enter the body of marine life from the water and accumulate it in the fat tissue, impair the production of the hormone insulin. That is, in fact, provoke diabetes. In order not to expose themselves to unnecessary risk, limit the intake of this product to 2 servings of 140 grams per week.

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