“Superfoods” is a term that many of us have heard but not all of us understand. These are natural foods which boast a whole host of wonderful qualities. From protecting the immune system, to improving brain activity, to aiding eyesight and strengthening bones; they are rich in nutritional value.
As would be expected, they work great as part of a healthy lifestyle to burn fat and build muscle. Best of all; many of them are simple, readily available produce that can be easily worked into our everyday diet regime.
While whole foods are typically the best choice, supplementation can boost our total nutrient intake. Especially when it comes to green vegetables – I don’t know about you, but I can’t eat 3 kale salads every day – supplements like green powders and other antioxidants can really help us meet our daily needs.
But I digress…
So, what are some examples of the wondrous whole-food superfoods available today?
Salmon
Wild salmon is a great source of natural omega 3 fatty acids. This is a good type of fatty acid which helps the body to burn fat – rather than storing it – so is an integral part of a healthy lifestyle.
Eggs
Eggs provide an easy source of almost every vitamin that the body requires. They are also bursting with choline; a natural compound which reduces the amount of fat that the body will absorb. Eggs can be enjoyed in a variety of different ways, so are hugely versatile within healthy cooking.
Quinoa
Quinoa is essentially pure protein and is great in helping to boost the metabolism. A strong metabolism burns fat much faster and in turn helps to build muscle.
Lentils
Lentils contain a carbohydrate called resistant starch which not only helps to burn existing fat within the body but can actually shrink fat cells. They can be easily implemented into the likes of soups and stews.
Spinach
This leafy, green plant is full of nutrients and natural antioxidants; these are great for clearing the body of any nasty toxins and making way for other superfoods to work their magic.
Olives
These are a great source of good fats. Olives are known to help maintain healthy cholesterol but one of their greatest beneficiaries is blood, as they aid in having a normal blood pressure rating while their mild thinning effects reduce the risk of developing a clot. A huge variety of olives are available and more continue to be launched on the market.
Nuts
These too are a great source of the types of fat which the body needs. Packed full of vitamins, minerals and protein, these can easily be enjoyed as a guilt-free snack or added to salads and noodle dishes.
Broccoli
Eating this popular vegetable is one of the best ways to have a healthy immune system. Broccoli is rich in vitamin C and helps stave off viruses and infections; maintaining a healthy body and mind.
The above are just a few of many examples of nutritionally high, natural produce. Superfoods are not only great for fighting the flab and strengthening the body but almost all of them can be found and used easily. For those with a keen interest in what they eat; understanding the importance of a balanced diet and knowing how to create innovative ways to enjoy superfoods as part of your daily routine could help open doors to a career within the food industry; helping others as well as yourself to enjoy a healthy lifestyle.
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