Foods You Should Be Eating Every Day

 

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.