There isn’t a legal definition for “Superfoods” and the word is often used only as a marketing tool. So what are “Superfoods” and do they really exist?
While eating fresh fruit and vegetables daily is highly beneficial, there are some amazing superfoods available that can enhance your sense of well being and improve your health significantly. There are some natural foods though that are considered by many health experts to be of superior nutritional value. So what are they?
“Superfoods” is a word used to describe food with a high nutritional content
As you would expect these foods are not processed, at all! They are considered to be “Mother nature’s healers” and many of them have only been discovered and bought to the consumer relatively recently. Once you are done reading about these 6 amazing superfoods you will know everything you need to know. So next time you pass by the health food store, pop in and see if you can find these 6 healthy superfoods. I suggest you just start with one or two and see how they work for you.
1: Acai Berries
These powerfully nutritious berries come from the Acai palm, a species of palm tree native to central and South America. Packed full with antioxidants as well as amino acids and other vital fatty acids. Thought to combat premature aging and assist with digestion Acai berries are becoming more and more popular and are widely available. For further information on the recommended daily dose you should take check out the pureacaiberriessuppliment.com website.
2: Adzuki Beans
Also knows as Azuki and Aduki these little Japanese beans are something special. Grown in East asia and the Himalayas the bean is traditionally eaten sweet, with sugar, or made into a paste. They are a great source of iron, magnesium, zinc, potassium, carbohydrate and the list just goes on and on. They are good for a healthy heart, weight loss, liver detox and are full of vitamin B. They also taste great but must be cooked right. Adzuki beans are now available from most major supermarket chains but if not you can find them in Asian and Japanese stores.
3: Quinoa
Resembling couscous in its appearance quinoa is an amazing natural superfood. Although it looks like a grain strictly speaking it is more closely related to beets and spinach and is actually knows as a pseudo-cereal. Grown in South America it is known to be an ancient food dating back many thousands of years to the Incas. Quinoa is protein rich and contains almost twice as much fiber as other grains. It contains iron, magnesium and riboflavin (B2) and is as filling as it is healthy. The taste isn’t for everyone and takes some getting used to but quinoa is a great replacement to rice as your staple.
4: Goji Berries
Also known as wolfberries these powerful little berries pack more vitamin C and beta-carotene than oranges and carrots. Grown in the Himalayas and China they are usually sold and consumed dry. As well as containing huge levels of Vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, C and E the are also packed with 18 amino acids. Used for treating cardiovascular issues, to improve sight and a strong antioxidant this is a great superfood to include with your breakfast.
5: Avocado
Avocados are native to Central Mexico but also grown in South america they are not only tasty but extremely healthy. Full of monounsaturated fats and rich with glutathione, a very strong antioxidant which blocks over 25 different carcinogens. High in vitamin E, Fiber and potassium avocados are fantastic for losing weight as they make you feel full and satiated. They also slow digestion and prevent blood sugar from spiking after a meal.
6: Garlic
I decided to end off todays Top 6 with this surprising one, garlic. You wouldn’t believe just how healthy these pungent little cloves are. As well as being famous for its aphrodisiac qualities (something that I always wondered about seeing as it smells so strong) garlic has numerous health benefits especially when consumed raw or in tablet form. Thought to be good for preventing the onset of cancer and heart disease it reduces cholesterol and blood pressure very effectively. With vitamins B6 and C and whole host of other things you really should make sure you eat your garlic daily.
