Hey there, viewers!
Did you know your body contains sulfur?
You need this element for important functions like repairing and building DNA, as well as
protecting your body against cellular damage.
Feeling like your life depends on sulfur?
Well, it does!
Sulfur is vital for your health.
From gene expression and protein synthesis to metabolizing foods, sulfur is crucial for
major body functions.
In today’s video, we will talk about sulfur rich foods that should be in your diet.
From eggs, garlic, and legumes to the sulfur rich beverages, we will talk about all of
this and more.
Stay tuned.
Eggs:
No wonder eggs are second on the list.
Ever smelled a rotten egg?
Certainly not something you do willingly.
But the rotten egg smell is due to hydrogen sulphide gas produced by the sulfur and containing
globulin in the egg.
Eggs are definitely among the most nutritious foods we have.
They are rich with a sulphur-rich amino acid known as methionine.
This natural compound helps regulate your immune system and metabolic process.
You will be surprised to know sulfur also supports glutathione synthesis, which protects
your cells and tissues from oxidative stress.
Including eggs in your daily diet can give your body a much-needed sulphur boost.
If you’re watching your weight, go for boiled, poached, or scrambled eggs.
In the mood for a luxurious breakfast?
Make an omelette for yourself and start the day off right.
Garlic and Onions
You don’t often hear about allium vegetables, but these are perhaps the most common ones
in your Kitchen.
Garlic, onion, leeks and chives are all part of the allium family.
Want to know the X-factor of these Vegetables?
The organo-sulphur.
A few studies report that allium vegetables may help prevent cancer of the colon, esophagus,
breast, stomach and lung.
Wondering how to increase your intake of garlic and onion?
Go au naturel!
If you can digest the flavor, eating them raw is highly recommended.
But I get how nasty garlic can feel if eaten raw.
And the garlic breath can be pretty annoying.
To avoid this, consume garlic in pickled form.
Or add it to your pastas and noodles.
A few cloves of garlic added to your tomato soup is another great way to incorporate this
superfood in your diet.
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Meat
You need sulfur to maintain connective tissues in your body.
Your skin, ligaments and tendons- all need it.
You will be happy to know your favorite meats hold sulphur-rich Amino Acids like cysteine
and methionine.
A single serving of boiled chicken gives you 300 mg of sulphur.
So the beef wellington and roasted chicken you have been staying away from might be great
for your health.
That is if you eat in moderation.
Liver and organ meats in particular have the highest level of sulphur content.
And oh yeah, you don’t need to worry about piling on weight.
Just make sure the preparation features less oil and butter.
In fact, a 2015 study documented the appetite-suppressing effects of protein.
The high contents of animal meat increase satiety and help in weight management.
Fruits
Well no one is ever surprised to see fruits on a healthy food list.
It’s almost as if nature made them provide us with essential vitamins and minerals.
Some fruits like currants, peaches, and raspberries have significant amounts of sulphur.
But it’s dried fruits like apricot, raisins, figs and dates that contain the maximum amount
of sulphur.
To preserve these fruits, a high amount of sulphur dioxide or sulfites are used.
While they are good for you, be careful if you have sulphur sensitivity.
It’s been observed in some cases.
This can even lead to asthmatic symptoms.
So exercise caution and don’t binge eat them.
Snack wisely!
Milk and Cheese
There’s a reason why you were asked to drink a glass of milk every day.
Dairy products come with many benefits.
Cow’s milk, in particular, is rich in glutathione, another sulphur Amino Acid.
It acts as a natural antioxidant that participates in the regulation of insulin production in
the pancreatic cells.
In simpler terms, this means it can reduce your chances of developing diabetes due to
less insulin production.
If you love cheese sandwiches, eat them in moderation.
They contain a decent amount of sulphur.
Almost all popular cheese varieties fulfill your daily sulphur requirement.
For every 100 grams of Cheddar Cheese, 230 mg of Sulphur is available.
Cruciferous Vegetables
Oh yeah, I get it.
Nobody likes eating kale and cabbage.
Honestly, if you tell me there’s broccoli and bok choy salad for dinner, I’d rather
starve.
But cruciferous veggies store nutrients, especially sulfur.
Not just cabbage and cauliflower.
You can add arugula to your salad as well.
Cruciferous vegetables are rich in sulforaphane- a compound that protects you against several
types of cancer and DNA damage.
A 2015 study found a connection between sulforaphane and prevention of bladder cancer.
It is also being studied for the treatment and prevention of diseases such as Alzheimer’s,
oral cancer, etc.
So if you’re looking to amp up your diet for more nutrition, eat more of these veggies.
While you can make salads taste delicious by adding scrumptious dressings, salad isn’t
your only option.
Add them to your sandwiches, or saute with spaghetti and noodles!
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Nuts and Seeds
Nuts are wonderful snacks to satisfy your hunger.
Especially when you're on a diet.
Seeds are equally nutritious.
And the good news is most nuts like almond, peanuts and walnuts contain sulphur.
Enjoying a handful of sunflower seeds helps you meet your daily requirements of sulphur.
Don’t like sunflower seeds?
Switch them up with sesame.
They are also rich in sulphur.
Eating nuts will not just give you sulfur, you will also get a whole lot of other nutrients
like Vitamin E, protein, and magnesium, etc.
This unique combination makes nuts significantly more useful in reducing the risk of heart
disease, gallstones and diabetes, particularly in women.
A few more studies have observed the beneficial effects of nuts on high blood pressure, cancer
and inflammation.
Legumes
Trying to lose some weight?
Add legumes to your diet.
You will experience a significantly positive impact on your health.
They are protein-rich, low in fat and high in fiber.
This makes them an ideal choice for your weight loss journey.
Legumes like black beans, kidney beans, soybeans, and split peas contain sulphur content.
However, the sulfur found in legumes and nuts is approx- 20-25% of that in animal proteins.
If you’re a vegetarian, focus on eating cruciferous veggies more in order to meet
your sulfur requirements.
Beverages
Every meal is incomplete without your choice of beverage.
You’ll be surprised to know that your favorite drinks contain a decent amount of sulfur.
Yes, beer and wine are high in sulphur.
How?
Sulfites are natural compounds that occur in grapes and hops.
Most of these beverages have extra sulfites added for longer shelf life.
They prevent the growth of bacteria.
These bacterias turn drinks cloudy and ferment beverages, giving them their characteristic
taste.
Even non-alcoholic beverages such as coconut milk, tomato and grape juice contain sulfur.
Seafoods
Love lobsters and crabs?
Well now you have another reason.
Seafood has always been preferred for its nutrition.
Crabs, lobsters and shrimp are rich in sulphur content.
For example, ten pieces of steamed scallops provide 510 milligrams of sulphur.
However, certain types of seafood like shellfish can induce allergic reactions.
Depending on the type of allergy, it’s advised that you limit the intake or avoid it completely.
Remember, you still got eggs, veggies, nuts and BEER!
Energy Boosters
When you’re exhausted, there's nothing more relaxing than a hot, steaming cup of tea or
coffee.
Did you know that a cup of coffee also contains sulphur?
Traditional energy boosters like tea, coffee and chocolate provide decent amounts.
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