It is essential to maintain a balanced diet to stay happy and healthy. While getting all the nutrients from a meal is challenging, some foods are rich in fibre and protein but lack other crucial vitamins and minerals. This is where superfoods come in as they offer concentrated sources of nutrients that are beneficial for your body.
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Here Are 7 Superfoods for a Healthier You:
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Blueberries
Rich in fibre, manganese, vitamin K, and antioxidants, blueberries may help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.
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Goji Berries
Rich in vitamins C and E, and also loaded with different types of flavonoids, goji berries support healthy liver, eyes, and kidneys.
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Leafy Greens
Kale, spinach and collard greens are leafy green superfoods high in vitamins A, C, E, and K, along with carotenoids, iron, magnesium, potassium, and calcium.
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Salmon
Oily fish such as salmon are rich in omega-3 fatty acids which can help lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of irregular heartbeats.
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Nuts
Walnuts and almonds provide a healthy source of plant-based protein and are rich in monounsaturated fats, which may help lower the risk of heart disease.
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Cruciferous Vegetables
Broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, collard greens, kale and turnips are rich sources of fibre and contain phytochemicals like indoles, nitriles and thiocyanates.
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Seeds
Healthy seeds such as sunflower, pumpkin, chia, and flaxseeds support heart health and regulate blood pressure and cholesterol.