10 Of The Most Powerful Superfoods

Eating healthy does not have to be hard when superfoods are incorporated into everyday meals. These foods which are nutritionally dense, are especially good for your health and well-being and taste great too.

Blueberries

Rich in vitamins, soluble fibre and phytochemicals, blueberries pack a nutritional punch. These tasty berries can help with heart health, blood pressure, and diabetes management.

Salmon

This popular fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and is one of the most nutritious foods in the world.Fatty acids have been shown to reduce inflammation and lower blood pressure. This high protein fish is not only good for you but also delicious.

Almonds

Just one handful of almonds is enough to give you a dose of healthy fats and vitamins. Not only do these nuts taste great in a variety of dishes but they also provide vitamin E, calcium, magnesium, and potassium.

Chia seeds

These tiny seeds pack a huge nutritional punch—they are rich in fibre and omega-3s. They also provide amino acids, which are great for vegetarians and vegans.Throw them in a smoothie or make a delicious pudding to get these super seeds into your diet.

Spinach

It gave Popeye super strength, and while it probably won’t supercharge your arms overnight, it will add extra iron, vitamins, and minerals to your diet.Spinach can reduce blood pressure, improve bone health and lower the risk of cancer, making it an excellent superfood.

Eggs

 

This breakfast mainstay is rich in protein, minerals, and vitamins. It is a versatile protein that earns its superfood status by being rich in two antioxidants, lutein and zeaxanthin.So scramble up some eggs and do something good for your body.

Walnuts

 

Not just for banana bread, walnuts are an excellent source of anti-inflammatory omega‑3 fatty acids. These tasty little nuts are also high in antioxidants, manganese, and copper.

Apples

One of these a day may keep a doctor away, and thats probably due to its high antioxidant, flavonoid, and dietary fibre content.This yummy fruit can help reduce the risk of cancer, hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease.

Avocados

Whether it is on toast, blended into a dip, or blamed for the lack of millennials buying houses, avocados are versatile and super healthy.Chock full of monounsaturated fats and vitamin E, avocados also have more soluble fibre than other fruits and are a good source of iron and potassium.

Steel cut oats

Serve up a bowl of steel cut oats for breakfast to get boost of soluble and insoluble fibre, vitamins, and minerals.Steel cut oats differ from rolled oats in the way they are processed steel cut oats are not cooked and start from the whole grain.