Whether you believe in having new year resolutions or not, being healthy (especially at the beginning of the new year) is very important. It is especially important to know the foods that will naturally help you stay healthy. They ask us a lot about healthy eating (although sometimes it is not our favorite topic) and it seems that the questions increase during the new year. Most people have the resolve to get in shape, stay in shape or simply have a better understanding of what foods are best for you. Luckily, I came across a large list of the Mayo Clinic, and it's great to know that most of us probably eat these items every week!
• Apples: Source of Pectin and Vitamin C.
• Almonds: Full of fiber, riboflavin, magnesium, iron and calcium. It helps lower blood cholesterol.
& bul; l Blueberries: Great source of vitamin C and fiber.
• Broccoli: Packed with calcium, potassium, folic acid and fiber. Broccoli also contains phytonutrients (help in the prevention of heart disease, diabetes and some types of cancer).
• Red beans: contains iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, copper and thiamine. It can help prevent chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular diseases and cancer.
• Salmon: known for its omega-3 fatty acids, which are known to help prevent sudden cardiac death, lower triglyceride levels, decrease the growth of plaques that clog the arteries, lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of apoplexy.
• Garlic: Natural Antioxidant.
• Sweet Potatoes: Contains the antioxidant beta-carotene, fiber, vitamins B-6, C and E, folic acid and potassium.
• Wheat germ: concentrated source of nutrients, including niacin, thiamine, riboflavin, vitamin E, folic acid, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, iron and zinc. A super food if you want.
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