The 10 Healthiest Foods on the Universe – The Top Ten Super Foods List
Here is a list of the 10 healthiest foods that experts believe will slow down the aging process and protect yourself from degenerative diseases and other illnesses. These super foods also contain vitamins, minerals and other essential nutrients. They are also known to be energy boosters. Without further ado here is our top 10 healthy foods list:
1. Broccoli – Broccoli is packed with nutrients and antioxidants. It helps fight cancer, especially colon, breast and lung. It is also known to boost your immune system. Contains more than 100 percent of your daily vitamin K requirement and nearly 200 percent of your recommended daily allowance for vitamin C (essential bone building nutrients). All this from just one medium stalk of broccoli.
2. Citrus Fruits – These citrus bioflavanoids found in grapefruit, lemons, limes and oranges contain antioxidant and anti-cancer properties. Consuming just one lemon provides more than 100 percent of your recommended daily allowance for vitamin C. It is known to strengthen bones and increase your so called “good” HDL cholesterol levels. They also act as an anti-inflammatory that will slow down the growth of cancer cells with inhibiting blood clotting properties.
3. Beans – Legumes (peas, beans, lentils) are excellent sources of vitamin B, protein and fiber. Also a good source of iron and zinc. Beans have been found to lower bad cholesterol (LDL), regulate blood sugar and reduce your risk of cancer and heart disease.
4. Spinach – Spinach is high in antioxidants which will destroy the free … Continue Reading ...