The TOP 10 SUPERFOODS for Exceptional Health Infographic

 

Superfoods is a catchword that has taken the world by storm.  Essentially, a superfood is one that packs a high level of nutrients that are ideal for a healthy diet.  Best of all is that superfoods will help prevent disease, help you lose weight and improve your energy and mood.  Here’s a great superfood infographic by NutriLiving via HealthPost.  Thank you!

 

The TOP 10 SUPERFOODS Infographic

 
We’ve all heart of ‘superfoods’ – those foods packed with so many nutrients that eating them regularly might actually change your life.  Of course, everyone’s favorite superfoods are different – and there are plenty that didn’t make this list of the Top 10 Superfoods for Exceptional Health.  But one thing is certain – adding any of these foods to your diet can improve your health. So here’s the NutriLiving Top 10 Superfoods list in alphabetical order.  We hope it helps you decide which superfoods might suit you best.  What do you think of these top 10 superfoods?
 

 

Just Add Acai Superfood!

 

Source: South American palm tree

Rich Ingredients: antioxidants, healthy fats, dietary fiber

Potential Benefits: battles free radicals, cardiovascular health, digestive health

Super Tip: Consider beauty products that contain acai oil for antioxidant benefits

 

Just Add Bee Pollen Superfood!

 

Source: Collects on the bodies of bees

Rich Ingredients: vitamins, carbohydrates, lipids

Potential Benefits: digestive health, combat fatigue, helps asthma and allergies, increases energy

Super Tip: Don’t heat bee pollen – heating will destroy precious nutrients

 

Just Add Cacao Superfood!

 

Source: Bean from South and Mesoamerica

Rich Ingredients: antioxidants, magnesium, lipids

Potential Benefits: battles free radicals, aids depression, cardiovascular health

Super Tip: Choose dark chocolate made from raw cacao for maximum benefits

 

Just Add Chia Seeds Superfood!

 

Source: Central American plant (part of the mint family)

Rich Ingredients: fatty acids, calcium, protein

Potential Benefits: increases energy, digestive health and cholesterol levels

Super Tip: Soak in water to create a gel that can replace eggs in some recipes

 

Just Add Coconut Oil Superfood!

 

Source: dried coconut meat

Rich Ingredients: lactic acid and dietary fiber

Potential Benefits: digestive health, cardiovascular health, weight loss and immune function

Super Tip: coconut oil can be used topically, and may help treat infections

 

Just Add Goji Berries Superfood!

 

Source: Chinese shrub

Rich Ingredients: amino acids, antioxidants and vitamins

Potential Benefits: immune function, cardiovascular health

Super Tip: Skip the orange juice – goji berries have more vitamin C by weight than any other food

 

Just Add Kelp Superfood!

 

Source: shallow saltwater kelp forests

Rich Ingredients: vitamins, calcium and iodine

Potential Benefits: cellular metabolism, cardiovascular health, thyroid function

Super Tip: Adequate iodine intake may help protect against radiation poisoning

 

Just Add Maca Root Superfood!

 

Source: Tuberous Peruvian vegetable

Rich Ingredients: amino acids, vitamins, enzymes

Potential Benefits: hormonal function, boosts libido, mental function, increases energy

Super Tip: Add maca root powder to your morning smoothie or cereal for an energy boost

 

Just Add Manuka Honey Superfood!

 

Source: New Zealand bees that pollinate the manuka bush

Rich Ingredients: enzymes, hydrogen peroxide, proteins

Potential Benefits: wound healing, relieves stomach ulcers and soothes heartburn

Super Tip: A spoonful can help treat a sore throat, and it can be applied to mouth ulcers

 

Just Add Spirulina Superfood!

 

Source: blue green algae

Rich Ingredients: antioxidants and vitamins

Potential Benefits: increases energy, immune function and weight loss

Super Tip: Safe for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and may boost fertility

 

Visit www.healthpost.co.nz for all the above superfoods and many more tips for exceptional health.