Here's some more about this week's list:
1. Broccoli – It’s a
superfood! These little green trees - part of a class of foods you may know as
cruciferous vegetables - contain high amounts of glucosinolates. Research
suggests that these natural plant compounds can have cancer-fighting
antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. Check out our blog
on broccoli and prostate cancer here.
2. Flax seeds
– These nutritional powerhouses are packed with protein, fiber, omega-3 fatty
acids, and helpful phytochemicals called lignans, which have antimicrobial,
anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. They’ve also been shown to
decrease breast cancer risk. Grind
your flaxseed up first to get the most benefit.
3. Green peas
– An accessible staple, they can be easily found as fresh (preferable!),
canned, and frozen. These legumes are full of fiber and antioxidants, and are
also used in meat substitutes due to their rich quantity of plant protein.
4. Blueberries
– Blueberries are a superfood. These sweet fruits are low in calories but have
a dense nutrient profile, making them the perfect snack. Blueberries are full
of fiber, vitamins C and K, and flavonoids (antioxidants). If you’re on warfarin and need to keep
your vitamin K intake constant, check with your doctor.
5. Pickles
– Are otherwise known as fermented cucumbers (or veggie of your choice). Read
more on the benefits of fermented foods in our blog. While
not technically “probiotics,” fermented foods can influence your gut bacteria
and have been linked to lower risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular
disease, among others. Note:
watch the sodium.
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