14 Superfoods for Super Health

Published on 27th September 2007 by Larry L. Taylor in Nutrition


What are superfoods? Simply they are nutrient-dense foods that promote overall good health. Superfoods are packed with higher levels of vitamins and minerals; have fewer calories and have many antioxidants that can fight disease. The 14 Superfoods are: 1. Beans (legumes) 2. Berries (especially blueberries) 3. Broccoli 4. Green Tea 5. Nuts (especially walnuts) 6. Oranges 7. Pumpkin 8. Salmon 9. Soy 10. Spinach 11. Tomatoes 12. Turkey 13. Whole Grains (especially Oats) 14. Yogurt It has been reported that these superfoods may stop or even reverse certain conditions and diseases. Some have had good results with hypertension, diabetes, Alzheimer's etc. These 14 superfoods when used as a base for a balanced healthy diet many find that fly-by-night programs and weight-loss gimmicks are not needed. The Ill-effects of an unbalanced diet are: Tiredness, Mood Swings, Low Energy Levels and Weight Change to name only a few. An unbalanced diet can cause problem with maintenance of body tissues, growth and development, brain and nervous system function, as well as problems with bone and muscle systems. Symptoms of Malnutrition are: Lack of energy, Irritability, Weakened Immune System which can lead to colds, allergies and mineral depletion which may trigger a number of health problems including anemia. When we nourish our body with these superfoods and complement them with other nutrient-dense and healthy fresh foods, our spirit will be vitalized and healthy as a direct result. Many modern diets based on prepackaged convenience foods are sorely lacking in many vitamins and minerals, which can affect our mental capacities as well, and cause irritability, confusion, and the feeling of ‘being in a fog’ all the time. If you make these superfoods a part of your regular diet you will probably enjoy a life with excellent health.

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