It is a widely accepted idea that some foods do more good
to your body than others. In other words, some foods are
"healthier" to eat than others. In this article, I set out
to examine some of the natural nutrition sources that
experts consider to be exceptionally "healthy" for your
body. Remember, you are what you eat!
The Apricot is number one on my list. Apricots contain
beta-carotene which helps to prevent free radical damage
and gives protection to the eyes. An average sized apricot
gives you 17 calories, 0 fats, and 1 gram of fiber. They
may be eaten dried or soft.
Next, I'll strongly recommend the mango fruit. Accounting
for approximately 50 percent of all tropical fruits
produced worldwide, mango is one of the most extensively
exploited fruits—for good reasons. A medium sized
mango packs 57 mg of vitamin C—almost your entire
daily dose. Considered a model "superfruit", it boosts your
immune system and helps prevent arthritis.
The average sized cantaloupe contains 177 mg of vitamin
C—almost twice your recommended daily dose. Half a
melon contains approximately 853 mg of potassium, 97
calories, 1 gram of fat, and 2 grams of fiber. The
potassium in the cantaloupe helps to lower blood pressure.
Tomatoes, according to a review published in the "Journal
of the National Cancer Institute" has been linked (although
by limited evidence) to the prevention of certain types of
cancer. One medium sized tomato contains 26 calories, 0 fat
and 1 gram of fiber.
In the vegetables category, I'll choose to start with
onions. A cup of onions provide 61 calories, 0 fat and 3
grams of fiber. Onions are known to prevent cancer,
according to studies. They have been used in Chinese
medicine to treat coughs, angina, bacterial infections and
breathing problems. The World Health Organization (WHO)
supports the use of onions for the treatment of poor
appetite and to prevent atherosclerosis. Onion extracts are
also recognized by the World Health Organization for
providing relief in the treatment of coughs and colds,
asthma and bronchitis.
Next in my vegetables list is broccoli. One cup of chopped
broccoli contains 25 calories, 0 fats and 3 grams of fiber.
Broccoli is rich in a wide array of nutrients with a
substantial amount of vitamin C and beta-carotene. Half of
the fiber in broccoli is soluble, and half insoluble,
helping to meet your needs for both types of fiber.
Broccoli belongs to the family of cruciferous vegetables--
which are known for reducing the risk of many types of
cancer.
Spinach is recommended for its high calcium and iron
content. In addition, spinach is an excellent source of
vitamin K, vitamin A, manganese, magnesium, iron, vitamin
C, vitamin B2, calcium, potassium, and vitamin B6. It is a
very good source of dietary fiber, copper, protein,
phosphorous, zinc, and vitamin E. This vegetable also
contains omega-3 fatty acids in a fairly good proportion.
The carotenoids in spinach helps fend of macular
degeneration, which is a major cause of blindness in
elderly people. One cup of spinach provides 7 calories, 0
fats and 1 gram of fiber.
In the "grains, beans and nuts" section, I'll choose to
start with "peanuts". Peanuts, and other nuts, can lower
your risk of heart disease by 20 percent. One ounce
contains 166 calories, 14 grams of fats, and over 2 grams
of fiber.
The pinto bean is another highly recommended potassium rich
health food. Half cup of pinto beans provides more than 25
percent of your daily folate requirement, which protects
you against heart disease. Half a cup gives 103 calories, 1
gram of fats, and 6 grams of fiber.
Skim milk is a great source of vitamin B2, which is
important for good vision and, along with vitamin A, could
protect against allergies. It also gives calcium and
vitamin D. One cup contains 86 calories, 0 fats, and 0
fiber.
In the "seafood" category, the salmon is strongly
recommended. Like all cold water fish, salmon is an
excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty
acids have been proven to help reduce the risk of cardiac
diseases. A 3 ounce portion of salmon contains 127
calories, 4 grams of fats, and 0 fiber. Two other great
sources of omega-3 fatty acids in the "seafood" category
are mackerel and tuna.
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