As a smart homemakers we should
prepare health food for our family. Then we must know what kind of foods
are good to eat daily. Remember; "food is medicine" and if we do
not invest in health products we can spend in medicine.
I found in the internet these
blessed 10 foods they call superfoods. We should look forward to eat them
more often. I add some more we usually try to eat everyday.
1. Flaxseeds
Flaxseeds are an easy way to add a
big dose of fiber into your diet. They can be purchased in the bulk food area
of any grocery store and can be sprinkled over salads, fish or any type of meal
or snack. To give you an idea of just how healthy these are, a
single tablespoon of ground flaxseed sprinkled over cerea, yogurt or salad
provides an easy 2.3 grams of fiber. I usually buy the seeds and I to ground
them in to the blender and storage in a plastic container.
2. Beans
The soluble fiber found in beans
soaks up cholesterol, allowing your body to dispose of it before it sticks to
your artery walls. They’re also proven to be one of the best sources of
antioxidants. Beans can be incorporated into your diet in many ways. You can
whip up a nice batch of chili with tons of kidney beans, you can serve them
fresh or you can work them into a salad. As a Brazilian I just love bean. It is
part of the daily meal (I mean lunch and dinner). We cook it in a
pressure cook, but we can cook in a slow cooker, after over soaking all night
at least or for best result 24 hours.
3.
Blueberries
If you’re going to eat any fruit,
make it blueberries. Blueberries are a better source of antioxidants than 40
other common fruits (such as strawberries and raspberries). While all berries
are healthy (and great sources of antioxidants) you’ll get the most bang for
your buck with this delicious fruit. Consider sprinkling them over greek yogurt
or using them in a fruit salad.
4. Yogurt
A single serving of yogurt will give
you a significant amount calcium for the day. In addition to calcium, most
yogurts are a great source of probiotics. Probiotics help protect your stomach
against harmful bacterias that could lead to infection or illness. Starting
your day off with a cup of yogurt (and blueberries on top) will work wonders
for your overall health. You can find a homemade recipe here in our blog. See Homemade Yogurt.
5. Oats
If you’re going to kick your day off
with a cup of yogurt, consider adding a spoonful (or two) of oats. Oats have
been proven to lower cholesterol and blood pressure, making them a great choice
for adults looking to reduce these levels. 1 ½ cups (375 mL) of cooked
oatmeal or thee packets of instant oatmeal provide enough beta-glucan to lower
blood cholesterol by about five percent and heart attack risk by about 10
percent.
6.
Broccoli and Spinach
Much like blueberries for fruit,
broccoli should be your number one choice when it comes to vegetables. The
sulfur compounds found in broccoli which signal our genes to increase production
of enzymes and detoxify potentially cancer-causing compounds. Broccoli can be
eaten uncooked with a low-fat veggie dip or can be cooked and used a side dish,
worked into a salad or incorporated into a casserole. The possibilities are
endless.
Spinach boasts so many health
benefits. It is a great source of vitamins A, C and K, as well as
some fiber, iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium and vitamin E. You can eat it
raw in salads or cook it up and serve it alongside a chicken breast. If you
don’t like the taste of spinach, throw a handful into a homemade smoothie. You
won’t be able to taste it at all – and your body will still reap the
benefits.
7.
Eggs
Eggs are a great source of high
qualily protein. They are also known to fill you up, preventing you from
snacking on unhealthy mini-meals throughout the day. In addition to these
benefits, eggs also help keep your eye health in check. Eating one (or two)
eggs in the morning with fresh fruit or whole grain toast is a great way to
give your body the nutrients it needs to keep you fuelled throughout the day.
We love scramble eggs in our breakfast.
9. Mixed Nuts
Mixed nuts are a great source of
heart-healthy unsaturated fats. A recent study reveals that adults who consumed
nuts on a regular basis were likely to live 2 years longer than their
non-nut-eating counterparts. Walnuts and almonds are your best options when it
comes to choosing which nuts to eat.
10.
Oranges
Eating one large, fresh orange will
give you 100 % of your daily recommended Vitamin C. Likewise, one cup of 100%
pure orange juice do the same. One of the best fruit to incorporate in our
daily diet.
...and Garlic, Honey, Brown Rice, etc.
