Super Foods - Super Good For You!
Are Super foods the same thing as "Super Size Me" foods?
No. Scientists have created a list of foods that have fantastic nutritional values as well as having "super sized" benefits for our bodies. If we can add more of them to our regular diets - like every day for lunch - there is a very good chance we could become more healthy and energetic, look younger, and strengthen our immune systems. With their high amounts of anti-oxidents, they fight off the nasty free radicals that can damage the healthy cells in our bodies.
Oh, one more thing...they actually give our metabolism (the rate at which our bodies consume energy, or burns calories, which allows us to function) a boost! Super foods are high in fiber and have a low amount of calories. They give us more energy which speeds up our metabolism. People with a higher metabolism can often eat more without adding the pounds!
Below is a list of Super foods we should consider adding to our daily diets as well as your lunch bag.
No. Scientists have created a list of foods that have fantastic nutritional values as well as having "super sized" benefits for our bodies. If we can add more of them to our regular diets - like every day for lunch - there is a very good chance we could become more healthy and energetic, look younger, and strengthen our immune systems. With their high amounts of anti-oxidents, they fight off the nasty free radicals that can damage the healthy cells in our bodies.
Oh, one more thing...they actually give our metabolism (the rate at which our bodies consume energy, or burns calories, which allows us to function) a boost! Super foods are high in fiber and have a low amount of calories. They give us more energy which speeds up our metabolism. People with a higher metabolism can often eat more without adding the pounds!
Below is a list of Super foods we should consider adding to our daily diets as well as your lunch bag.
Super Fruits & Berries
Every fruit and berry has health benefits. Try adding some of these Super Fruits & Berries to your lunch bag for an extra healthy punch!
Every fruit and berry has health benefits. Try adding some of these Super Fruits & Berries to your lunch bag for an extra healthy punch!
- Apples
- Bananas
- Blueberries
- Cherries
- Oranges
- Pomegranates
- Strawberries
Super Veggies
Veggies are easy to add into your lunch bag. Think soups, salads, and dippers! Grocery stores even do most of the work for us - peeling and chopping and bagging!
Veggies are easy to add into your lunch bag. Think soups, salads, and dippers! Grocery stores even do most of the work for us - peeling and chopping and bagging!
- Avacados
- Beets
- Broccoli
- Carrots
- Kale
- Onions
- Pumpkin
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
Super Nuts & Seeds
Eating just a handful of these will add the healthful fats our bodies need as well as a bunch of vitamins and minerals.
- Almonds
- Brazil Nuts
- Flax Seeds
- Pecans
- Pumpkin Seeds
- Walnuts
Super Grains & Legumes
The great substitute for red meat because they are packed with protein and fiber.
- Dried Beans
- Lentils
- Oats
- Quinoa (kee-noh-uh or keen-wah)
- Soy
Almost Super Foods
The list below is of foods that didn't quick make the "Super" list but are still a wonderful way to add more nutritional punch!
The list below is of foods that didn't quick make the "Super" list but are still a wonderful way to add more nutritional punch!
- Whole Grains
- Bison - Elk & Venison (Deer Meat)
- Yogurt
- Snap Beans - green or yellow
- Cabbage - green or red
- Winter Squash - Acorn, Butternut, Turban, Pumpkin
- Cauliflower
- Canola Oil
- Grapes - Dark Purple, Grape Juice, Raisins
- Mangos
Super Seafood
The super fish listed below are high in Omega-3 fatty acids (the good fat!). It keeps you heart healthy & helps normalize your cholesterol.
- Wild or Farm Raised Salmon
- Sardines
- Wild or Farm Raised Trout
- Tuna - fresh, frozen or canned
Cruise through the fish aisle of your grocery store. Determine to bring a super fish with you to work this week!
Super Flavors
The following is a list of foods that add an extra sensation of "flavor" and happen to be superfoods. Keeping your serving sizes small will have all of the health benefits without adding too many calories.
- Cayenne Peppers
- Dark Chocolate (every lunch bag needs this!)
- Garlic
- Green, Black & White Tea
- Olive Oil
- Turmeric
Easy additions to add great flavor as well as great health benefits. Eat Your Dark Chocolate!
