Although there is no official definition of a superfood, they’re multifunctional foods packed with various nutrients delivered in a delicious form. Even if you are a fan of food from Italy, these seven superfoods are must-tries for the summer months ahead.
Berries
Berries are a great source of fibre – nutrients that most people don’t get enough of. Fibre helps maintain your digestive system and is great for the heart.
Raspberries have the most fibre per serving – 8-grams per cup. They also contain ellagic acid, a compound with beneficial health properties.
The same amount of blueberries has half the fibre (4-grams) but is filled with more antioxidants that can help maintain memory acuity. Strawberries also contain 3-grams of fibre and more than the recommended daily dose of vitamin C.
Eggs
A source of high-quality vegetarian protein, eggs boost your protein intake which is very beneficial – especially if you exercise a lot. One egg contains about 6-grams of protein and is only 70 calories. In addition, egg yolks contain lutein and zeaxanthin that contributes to maintaining healthy eyes. Lutein also helps protect your skin from damaging UV rays.
Sweet potatoes
Sweet potatoes have a lot of alpha & beta carotene, giving them that bright orange color. The body transforms these substances into vitamin A-active form A, which benefits the joints, eyesight, and immunity.
One medium sweet potato provides almost four times the recommended daily allowance of vitamin A, along with vitamin C, B6, potassium, and manganese.
Sweet potatoes are generally more available during summer, making them trickier to source in winter months. If you’re struggling to find them in your local supermarket, vegetable capsules can be a great substitute for it.
Broccoli
This green power plant contains vitamins A, C, and K and is a great source of vitamin B12. Another reason why broccoli often ranks first on the list of superfoods is because it delivers a healthy dose of sulforaphane which neutralise toxins.
Spinach
These dark leafy greens offer many benefits to your body. Spinach is saturated with important nutrients: vitamins A, C, and K, as well as some fibre, iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium, and vitamin E. Research has found that eating more greens, such as spinach, can help with weight loss and keeps your brain in tip-top shape.
Beets
Beets are another great source of fibre and vitamins B9 and C, iron, potassium, and manganese. They’re low in calories, fat, and carbs, improve your stamina for exercise, and help to lower blood pressure. Beets are best known for being cooked or pickled, so many people don’t realize they’re delicious (and healthiest) when eaten raw.
Because they are also flavorful, beets can boost any meal and inspire creative recipes such as a beet latte, derived from beetroot powder!
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Nuts
Well, what can’t nuts do? They’re full of healthy polyunsaturated fats and magnesium, two important nutrients for a healthy heart. These superfoods also reduce inflammation, offer dietary fibres and are full of healthy fats.
Final Words
Some superfoods can be a little exotic and expensive to fit into your daily diet but these superfoods are generally readily available and all offer great benefits.
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