SUPERFOODS. HEALTHY FOODS
The 14 foods that we expose below are not the pill of eternal youth that cure everything, but they are foods that protect and favor our health. Incorporating these foods into a balanced diet benefits us both physically and emotionally, this is because being aware of being caring for our health increases our self-esteem and therefore favors our emotional health.
These foods should be eaten raw or with the least possible cooking to keep their properties intact and facilitate our body absorption.
These foods are:
Tomato. Due to its high content of lycopene it prevents breast cancer, prostate cancer and colon cancer.
Kiwi. Its high content of vitamin C, minerals, fiber and a substance called lutein, make this food an effective protector against hypertension, it keeps our skin healthy and helps us regulate blood cholesterol level.
Salmon. Because of its Omega-3 content, it helps brain development, strengthens our cardiovascular and muscular systems, as it is rich in vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin D and minerals in calcium, iron, phosphorus and selenium. This food helps us regulate blood cholesterol levels.
Quinoa. These seeds contain complex hydrates, proteins, Omega-3, Omega-6, fiber, minerals that include magnesium, iron and zinc, and vitamins in vitamin E and vitamin B.
Chocolate. Its flavonoid content makes this food a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, helping us reduce cardiovascular risk, diabetes and a brain accident.
Pistachios. Rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, B vitamins and vitamin E, monounsaturated fats, selenium, zinc, this food helps us to control bad cholesterol as well as renewing and protecting the skin.
Nuts. This dry fruit is rich in Omega-3 and Omega-9 and antioxidants help us to regulate cholesterol and protect the brain against free radicals, helps us in neuronal communication and the growth of new neurons.
Spirulina. This algae provides us with quality proteins, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, enzymes. Its consumption must be very moderate, approximately 1 gram per day.
Cereals. Cereals such as oats, barley, rye, millet, brown rice provide us with vitamins, healthy fats, protein and minerals and it is imperative to eat a healthy diet daily.
Chia seed. Its contribution of Omega-3 and its fiber content protect the cardiovascular system, regulates the metabolism of sugars and provides us with tryptophan, its fiber content gives us the sensation of satiety and contributes to weight loss.
Olive oil. This oil is the basis of a Mediterranean diet, lowers blood cholesterol, protects us from suffering a stroke and protects our cardiovascular system.
Kale. This variety of cabbage stands out for its antioxidant power far superior to that of broccoli.
Dandelion. The leaves of this boiled plant or in salads are very nutritious and diuretic. They increase the amount of red blood cells in the blood.
Arugula It is very nutritious and effective in the fight against pancreatic cancer, breast cancer and colon cancer, thanks to the glucosinate and flavonoids present in its composition.
This information can never replace the advice of a physician or other health care professional