Hello everyone:
I am quite new in Denmark , that is the reazon i am posting in English, but i promise i will post in Danish very soon.
I would like to talk today about superfoods.
It is known that superfoods have highly contents of vitamins, amino acids, enzimes, carbohydrats, proteins, low fat and a large list of minerals.
But what kind of food can we call Superfood?
Super Greens
Wheat grass, spirulina, chlorella and barley grass are rich in protein and carotenoids, chlorophyll, vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids. Just a diary spoon of any of super greens gives you as much as the nutrients and proteins in 2 pounds of vegetalbles.Excellent complements for children, adults and elder people.Super greens help in the treatment of heart disease, cancer, aids, cronh disease, diabethes, and many more.There are call the food of the future.
Check supergreens products at www.natureline.dk
Apples Each one provides 5 grams of fiber and an abundance of antioxidants, which may support cardiovascular health.
Beans
A great low-fat, low-calorie source of protein and an easy way to help control your weight and your blood sugar. . Beans also supply us with B Vitamins, Iron, Folate, Potassium, Magnesium and Phytonutrients.
Blueberries contain antioxidant compounds that reduce free-radicals in the body, which may help to slow the aging process.
Chocolate (Dark)
Lots of antioxidants. The latest research looks at flavanols which help lower blood pressure and improve blood flow. Make sure your chocolate is high quality (complex sugars) and does not contain hydrogenated and saturated fats.
Cinnamon
A USDA study showed half a teaspoon a day lowers blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes and brought down bad cholesterol.
Citrus Oranges, grapefruits and tangerines, contain flavonoids that are unique to the citrus family. Naringin produced in grapefruits and hesperidin found in oranges are both powerful antioxidants. Citrus fruits are high in vitamin C, folic acid and potassium.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil has anti-inflammatory properties and low-grade inflammation has been implicated in many diseases, like heart disease, colon cancer and Alzheimer's. The greener the olive oil, the better.
Vegetables
Broccoli, kale, cabbage and Brussels sprouts are members of the Brassica oleracea italica family. They are a good source of dietary fiber and complex carbohydrates. Some of the best food available that are thought to prevent cancer.
Green Leafy Vegetables
Spinach, kale, Swiss chard and romaine lettuce each contain beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin, vitamin B and minerals, adding leafy greens to your diet, will do wonders for your health and your eyes.
Honey Full of B-complex vitamins, amino acids and enzymes, raw honey is tasty and a great substitute for refined sugars.
Kiwifruit A single Kiwifruit packs as much vitamin C as a bunch of oranges and helps to thin the blood.
Nuts & Seeds
A big source of protein and fiber. Nuts pack a nutritious punch with heart-healthy monosaturated oils, vitamins and minerals. Eating one and a half ounces per day of nuts, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease.
Oats Soluble fiber from foods, such as oats, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease.
Fish
Wild salmon and tuna contain beneficial omega-3 fatty acids. Research shows omega-3fatty acids may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.
Orange Vegetables
Orange vegetables, such as pumpkins, butternut squash, sweet potatoes and carrots contain high levels of beta-carotene. A beneficial nutrient found in fruits and vegetables, beta-carotene is converted into vitamin A, giving the body an antioxidant boost.
As we you can read superfoods are esential in our diary diet and they are in nearly all the food we have in our home.Learning how to make them, how to mix them, will transform our diet more healthy and much more varied.
As i always say-it is only matter of change our eating habits, to change our health, but to get till there, we need to know what, how and why to eat-
I hope you like this introduction.
Live Healthy, live longer!
Laura Martinenghi
