What’s In Your Diet?
What’s In Your Diet?
Do you know what a superfood is? By definition, it’s a nutrient-rich food considered to be especially beneficial for health and well-being.
Some superfoods are more beneficial than others, depending on the circumstances. For example, did you know that apple cider vinegar is particularly beneficial to those living with diabetes?
While there is no substitute for true medical care, taking the extra step to incorporate some of the following foods into your diet can make a world of a difference! Take a look at our top 10 superfood picks for these four common circumstances:
Top 10 Foods to Reduce Inflammation
1. Flaxseeds and nuts such as almonds or walnuts
2. Green tea
3. Turmeric
4. Cantaloupe and watermelon
5. Avocado
6. Ginger
7. Pineapple and other citrus fruits
8. Garlic and onions
9. Dark green veggies like broccoli, spinach and kale
10. Fish
Top 10 Foods for a Healthy Heart
1. Salmon
2. Oatmeal
3. Brown rice
4. Tuna
5. Dark chocolate
6. Beans
7. Dark green veggies like broccoli, spinach and kale
8. Dark fruits such as berries
9. Sweet potato
10. Nuts such as almonds or walnuts
Top 10 Foods for Diabetics
1. Blueberries and cherries
2. Healthy fats such as avocados and olive oil
3. Spices such as turmeric, cumin, ginger, mustard, curry leaf, coriander and especially cinnamon
4. Eggs
5. Oranges and other citrus fruits
6. Salmon
7. Fiber from walnuts, flaxseeds and chia
8. Beans
9. Dark green veggies like broccoli, spinach and kale
10. Apple cider vinegar
Top 10 Superfoods to Promote General Health
1. Acai
2. Chia seeds
3. Maca Root powder
4. Goji berries
5. Coconut oil
6. Raw Local honey
7. Raw Cacao powder
8. Spirulina
9. Turmeric
10. Avocado