health and non healthy snacks
by; kylee herron
healthy snacks
- Munch on blueberries, apples, peppers, and spinach, which are linked to a reduced risk of heart disease and certain cancers
- The potassium, magnesium, and calcium in most fresh produce may help lower blood pressure.
-Consuming just a small amount of dark cocoa powder daily can increase blood flow to your skin, making it softer, smoother, and more resistant to sun damage
-Including five servings of whole grains daily in your low-calorie diet can help you lose belly flab and lower your levels of C-reactive protein, a predictor of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
junk food
-Fats from junk food trigger the brain to want more food. This effect can last for several days.
More than $2 billion of candy is sold for halloween, more than any other holiday
-Hostess makes 500 million Twinkie's a year
-One problem with junk foods is that they're low in satiation value -experts agree that junk food is a huge contributor to skyrocketing rtes of diabetes, high blood pressure, and even strokes.