What are superfoods? Foods that make you stronger, right? Almost. Superfoods are foods that are full of good things for your body, like vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Most of the time, they come from plants, but they can also have meat and dairy.
Here are 10 superfoods that can help you improve your health. Everyone can find something they like.
1. Greek yogurt
Greek yogurt is kefir’s cousin that is thicker and creamier. It is full of probiotics. These microorganisms help your body digest food and support a healthy gut microbiome. Also, it’s a snack that’s full of protein and a 10/10 replacement for heavier options like sour cream, cream cheese, and mayo.
2. Quinoa
This tiny pseudo-grain is very good for you in terms of nutrition. Quinoa is one of the few grains or seed-like foods that has all nine essential amino acids. It’s also a great source of protein, with 8.14 grams per 1-cup serving. It has a delicious nutty taste that goes well in soups, salads, or on its own.
3. Blueberries
People like blueberries because they taste sweet. But it turns out that they are just as healthy as they are tasty! This popular fruit is full of fiber, vitamin C, and compounds that help fight cancer. Bonus: A study from 2010 shows that blueberries can even help your memory. But remember that this was a study on animals. So, more research on humans is still needed to show that these results are real.
4. Kale
This rough and tough green is one of the healthiest foods you can eat. Kale is a great source of calcium, vitamin C, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium. We also love that it’s very cheap and can be used in a lot of different dishes. It can be boiled, steamed, roasted, or stewed. But it’s also good as a base for a salad.
5. Chia
Ch-ch-ch-chia! Yes, this tiny seed is the same as those cute little animal planters made of ceramic from the 1990s. But don’t worry, the clay pot is not what makes the food healthy. Seeds have a lot of fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids in a single serving. Also, they have a lot of antioxidants, which may help fight off free radicals.
6. Oatmeal
Oatmeal has a lot of fiber, antioxidants, and other good things for you. It might help lower cholesterol, make digestion easier, or even speed up the metabolism. Oh, and the fact that it tastes great is definitely a plus. Try one of these amazing overnight oats recipes.
7. Green tea
Green tea has been used for hundreds of years as a natural medicine. It has been used in the past to treat everything from heart disease to cancer. What makes this drink so good? Antioxidants! This includes Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which is a plant chemical that slows the growth of cells in an uncontrolled way.
Some studies show that EGCG can even stop some types of cancer from happening. But most research has been done in-vitro or on animals, so we definitely need more studies on people to show that this is real.
8. Broccoli
This lean, mean, green machine is full of fiber, vitamins, minerals, compounds that fight disease, and other healthy things. Even though all cruciferous vegetables are very healthy, broccoli is especially good for you because it has a lot of vitamin C, calcium, potassium, and phosphorus. So go ahead and chop!
9. Strawberries
The Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) for vitamin C are met by just one cup of these red beauties: 90 milligrams for people with a penis and 75 milligrams for people with a vagina. This nutrient helps your immune system work well and may stop some types of cancer from happening. P.S. It’s also good for your eyes in many ways.
10. Salmon
This fish is good for your heart because it is full of protein and omega-3 fats. Studies show that eating salmon may lower the chance of getting heart disease and breast cancer. There is also a chance that it can help people with rheumatoid arthritis feel less pain and swelling.
