13 Super Foods That Will Give You Superpowers
Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009
by Vladimir Padilla
They are known as super foods, although in reality it is a trendy name for fruit, vegetables, fish and birds that today are considered sources of health, quality of life and longevity.
The list of super foods vary, but most of the diaries include blueberries, beans, tomatoes, pumpkins, oats, and wild salmon, all rich in nutrients.
Also, some health gurus believe that the pomegranates, cinnamon, onion, dates, and red pepper are also beneficial super foods for humans.
Many of these foods have become a "super" because they have antioxidants, which are vitamins and other compounds that stop the oxidation process of the body.
Moreover, these do diminish the release of free radicals highly noxious chemicals which damage cells and cause heart disease and cancer.
Black chocolate, red wine, and coffee were recently promoted to the rank of super foods, due to its high antioxidant content. However, some controversy in these cases.
Many nutritionists say that the valuable nutrients of red grapes are in the same shell, so that you can not find their profits in grape juice or red wine.
Also, warn that chocolate should be eaten in small amounts, given the large quantities of fat and calories they contain.
Black chocolate, red wine, and coffee were recently promoted to the rank of super foods, due to its high antioxidant content. However, some controversy in these cases.
Many nutritionists say that the valuable nutrients of red grapes are in the same shell, so that you can not find their profits in grape juice or red wine.
Also, warn that chocolate should be eaten in small amounts, given the large quantities of fat and calories they contain.
Finally, beyond the benefits they can offer you coffee, you should not take ten cups a day.
It is also important not to generate false expectations and pay attention to those who say that these foods are able to cure cancer, hypertension, and macular degeneration. While they are very healthy, these foods can not cure everything.
However, it should be in your everyday dishes. The super foods should definitely be part of your daily diet.
Fruits and vegetables, especially green leafy vegetables, are foods that supply us with vitamins in natural form, ie without the need to ingest supplements.
Also, grains and foods containing fiber should be in your menu. This does not mean you have to antierase of super foods, but you should intake with other foods.
It is also important not to generate false expectations and pay attention to those who say that these foods are able to cure cancer, hypertension, and macular degeneration. While they are very healthy, these foods can not cure everything.
However, it should be in your everyday dishes. The super foods should definitely be part of your daily diet.
Fruits and vegetables, especially green leafy vegetables, are foods that supply us with vitamins in natural form, ie without the need to ingest supplements.
Also, grains and foods containing fiber should be in your menu. This does not mean you have to antierase of super foods, but you should intake with other foods.
The word "super foods" was created by Dr. Steven G Pratt, an ophthalmologist Californian author of "SuperFoods Rx" and "SuperFoods HealthStyle. Pratt, who is not a nutritionist, has gained notoriety through the promotion of healthy eating and use of basic ingredients.
The shelves of bookstores and the Internet are cluttered super foods lists, which are recommended by all kinds of people, professionals and institutions.
Taking several of these publications, we can see that most agree on the following super foods:
The shelves of bookstores and the Internet are cluttered super foods lists, which are recommended by all kinds of people, professionals and institutions.
Taking several of these publications, we can see that most agree on the following super foods:
Blueberries: Fresh or frozen, they are super rich in antioxidants that fight disease and, especially, preserve brain cells. It also contains vitamins C and E, fiber, iron, riboflavin and niacin.
Pumpkin: full of beta carotene, alfacarotenos, carotenes and other pigmented compounds that are converted to vitamin A. This nutrient is essential for the growth of bones, while reducing the risks of cardiovascular disease, cancer and arthritis. The pumpkin pie may contain too many calories, but you can use canned pumpkin puree for the preparation of soups and other dishes.
Yogurt contains beneficial bacteria that fights bad bacteria in your gut. It also assists the digestive process. Extra: This is a good source of calcium and protein.
Broccoli: full of vitamins C and K, fiber, beta-carotene, and antioxidants that strengthen your immune system against diseases.
Beans: All varieties are good, including beans, white beans, lima beans, chickpeas, lentils and peas. Are rich in protein low in fat, B vitamins, iron, folic acid, potassium and magnesium. They have so much fiber to lower your cholesterol like oats.
Hazelnuts: all types contain monounsaturated fats, which have a favorable effect on high cholesterol and help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. A handful of the natural or roasted hazelnut, and without salt, to bring you the daily amount of antioxidants, vitamins and dietary fiber, and is believed to help prevent various diseases, from asthma to Alzheimer's and diabetes and cancer. Warning: hazelnuts are high calorie, so take care that your daily ration not to exceed 45 grams.
Oranges: One of the major sources of vitamin C, essential to combat colds, and from heart disease and cancer to asthma, arthritis, diabetes, macular degeneration and birth defects. Citrus fruits also provides you with folic acid and fiber.
Skinless turkey breast: the more lean protein source that can be found in meat. Turkey breast without skin and provides vitamin B-12 B, as well as niacin, riboflavin and other nutrients. Try turkey burgers made with minced turkey meat.
Soya: soya beans and tofu are an excellent source of protein and provide vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, and fiber. Soy contains Isoflayones that helps heart health, prevents osteoporosis, and controls blood sugar and cholesterol.
Spinach: served natural or lightly cooked, it is a vegetable "eye", which helps prevent the type of eye diseases cataracts and macular degeneration associated with age. It is also good for fighting cancer and heart disease. Definitely Popeye was right: spinach contains the largest amount of nutrients per calorie, including vitamins, minerals, and omega 3 fatty acids.
Tomatoes: This popular super food great amount of vitamin C and, more importantly, it has lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that decreases the risk of prostate cancer, breast, liver and lung, among others, and improve eye health and skin. Tomato juice low sodium reduces the risk of blood clots. Even organic tomato ketchup is good for you.
Salmon: provides a large amount of omega 3 fatty acids, polyunsaturated oil that helps the circulation and greatly reduces the risk of heart attack, arrhythmias, stroke, and hypertension.
Tea: both the black and green are full of antioxidants that strengthen the immune system.
Avocados are healthy monounsaturated fats and help the body absorb nutrients. Onions are antioxidants that neutralize free radicals.
For its part, the Goji berries in a Himalayan area has gained the reputation of being the fruit of the planet healthier. "
Goji juice is possibly one of the most powerful foods anti-aging discovered to date. The Kiwi finally has a great amount of vitamin C and potassium.
Pumpkin: full of beta carotene, alfacarotenos, carotenes and other pigmented compounds that are converted to vitamin A. This nutrient is essential for the growth of bones, while reducing the risks of cardiovascular disease, cancer and arthritis. The pumpkin pie may contain too many calories, but you can use canned pumpkin puree for the preparation of soups and other dishes.
Yogurt contains beneficial bacteria that fights bad bacteria in your gut. It also assists the digestive process. Extra: This is a good source of calcium and protein.
Broccoli: full of vitamins C and K, fiber, beta-carotene, and antioxidants that strengthen your immune system against diseases.
Beans: All varieties are good, including beans, white beans, lima beans, chickpeas, lentils and peas. Are rich in protein low in fat, B vitamins, iron, folic acid, potassium and magnesium. They have so much fiber to lower your cholesterol like oats.
Hazelnuts: all types contain monounsaturated fats, which have a favorable effect on high cholesterol and help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. A handful of the natural or roasted hazelnut, and without salt, to bring you the daily amount of antioxidants, vitamins and dietary fiber, and is believed to help prevent various diseases, from asthma to Alzheimer's and diabetes and cancer. Warning: hazelnuts are high calorie, so take care that your daily ration not to exceed 45 grams.
Oranges: One of the major sources of vitamin C, essential to combat colds, and from heart disease and cancer to asthma, arthritis, diabetes, macular degeneration and birth defects. Citrus fruits also provides you with folic acid and fiber.
Skinless turkey breast: the more lean protein source that can be found in meat. Turkey breast without skin and provides vitamin B-12 B, as well as niacin, riboflavin and other nutrients. Try turkey burgers made with minced turkey meat.
Soya: soya beans and tofu are an excellent source of protein and provide vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, and fiber. Soy contains Isoflayones that helps heart health, prevents osteoporosis, and controls blood sugar and cholesterol.
Spinach: served natural or lightly cooked, it is a vegetable "eye", which helps prevent the type of eye diseases cataracts and macular degeneration associated with age. It is also good for fighting cancer and heart disease. Definitely Popeye was right: spinach contains the largest amount of nutrients per calorie, including vitamins, minerals, and omega 3 fatty acids.
Tomatoes: This popular super food great amount of vitamin C and, more importantly, it has lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that decreases the risk of prostate cancer, breast, liver and lung, among others, and improve eye health and skin. Tomato juice low sodium reduces the risk of blood clots. Even organic tomato ketchup is good for you.
Salmon: provides a large amount of omega 3 fatty acids, polyunsaturated oil that helps the circulation and greatly reduces the risk of heart attack, arrhythmias, stroke, and hypertension.
Tea: both the black and green are full of antioxidants that strengthen the immune system.
Avocados are healthy monounsaturated fats and help the body absorb nutrients. Onions are antioxidants that neutralize free radicals.
For its part, the Goji berries in a Himalayan area has gained the reputation of being the fruit of the planet healthier. "
Goji juice is possibly one of the most powerful foods anti-aging discovered to date. The Kiwi finally has a great amount of vitamin C and potassium.
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