Food for Thought

You know, I’ve been hearing a lot about these so called “super foods” over the past few years. Apparently, they can help prevent and lessen the damaging effects of everything from Heart Disease to Cancer. I mean, we can all agree a good, well-balanced diet can help improve our health, but there are actually a handful of foods that pack the biggest punch. It can all be so confusing, but I’m here for you people! I’ve done the research for you, so sit back and read on.

First of all, you need to know what some of the super foods are: Beans, Blueberries, Salmon, Spinach, Tomatoes,Walnuts and Yogurt And those are just to name a few, but it’s a good place to start. Before we go over some of these, keep in mind that any food that contains antioxidants, whether on this list or not, is not only extremely beneficial to your health, but it is also great for your skin. Antioxidants fight free-radical damage, which is responsible for the break down of our cells and cause wrinkles on the face. Now, let’s take a look at a few of the foods on the list and why they’re so good for you.

Walnuts – Just about any type of nut contains vitamin E and omega-3 fatty acids, which is excellent for the heart. In fact, “studies show you can lower your risk of cardiovascular disease by 15% to 50% if you eat a small handful of nuts five times a week.

Yogurt – this creamy delight helps aid and boost the digestive system. Yogurt contains good bacteria that fight the bad bacteria in our system, which is the cause of bloating, gas and sour stomach. Even more than that, yogurt, like all dairy products, is the best source of calcium, which decreases your risk of osteoporosis.

Beans – whether it’s kidney, pinto or black, beans are an excellent source of fiber, which lowers blood cholesterol and helps prevent colon cancer.

These are just a few of the healthy food choices you can make. I’ll be bringing you more helpful information about super foods, in the coming weeks. For now, eat, drink (in moderation of course) and be merry!