Foods with a Healthy rating are passing to the barrier of the miraculous and in their case ultrasan, which guarantee a better life and, above all, extend our stay in this earthly world.
For decades, scientists and biologists have been investigating not only to know the components of each food but also to be able to measure the capacity that each one of them has in terms of its nutritional and vitamin contribution.
Health is one of the keys of this XNUMXst century and the main percentage of it is rooted in food, therefore the habitual consumption of products called “superfoods” will help us to guarantee or improve it, and therefore to live longer and better.
There are many studies and publications, but the best definition offered to this type of food is the one provided by the Merriam-Webster dictionary:
Superfood is that food rich in nutrients, full of vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants and / or phytonutrients.
Suddenly it comes to mind what we have heard so many times from our elders, in reference to fruits and vegetables, whose nutrient content is generally higher than that of other foods, Take a lot of vegetables and you will live longer!
What’s so special about superfoods?
Something scientifically based if they throw these lines and it is no discovery to affirm that in vegetables and certain fruits, these nutrients and compounds are in a greater proportion than in others, and they help prevent diseases and aging.
In everyday language, the use of the word “superfood” has become popular, but it really is not all that we believe, since the scientific evidence regarding the effects on health in many cases is minimal or the intake should be so much amount that would make it impossible.
A very close case is that of blueberries, well known and in demand in certain cultures and countries. For a short time they have been the best reference to combat the growth of colon cancer cells, due to the high concentration of plant antioxidants, such as anthocyanins. Another faculty attributed is the decrease in memory loss, that is, the one that we associate with Age …
The pulp and juice of certain fruits, such as pomegranate, help regulate blood pressure and reduce oxidative stress that are part of the causes of many heart diseases. In the chaos of the well-known omega-3 fatty acids contained in salmon, they are joint pain relievers in addition to improving blood flow.
7 Champions for Health
We are now going to detail a series of superfoods, which we would include within the categories of fruits, vegetables, seeds or legumes. that have not been industrially processed. and keep all their nutrients intact (vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants, phytonutrients) and it can be said that in high concentration.
Many are traditional in ancestral cultures, although currently they are exotic for us as inhabitants of old Europe, but their intake has been helping many civilizations to preserve their health for centuries.
Spinach
They are one of the most complete foods and among their virtues, as “Popeye the Sailor” already taught us, is the strengthening of muscles thanks to the antioxidant C0-Q10.
Spinach contains minerals, vitamins, pigments, and phytonutrients, such as potassium, manganese, zinc, magnesium, iron, and calcium. They help maintain the electrical conductivity of the brain and regulate blood pressure.
Its high component of beta carotenes, lutein and xanthen, are the architects of minimizing eye diseases and it does not stop there, the development of osteoporosis, has a great enemy thanks to its contribution of Vitamin K and other minerals such as those mentioned above. Eating spinach will make us feel much better …
Garlic-Black
It is a modification of the current product, by fermentation in a period of 60 to 90 days with seawater generally.
Its antioxidant capacity is ten times greater than that of its original state and presents us with a list of virtues that will not leave you indifferent.Our immune system will become unalterable, reducing colds and is capable of improving physical resistance and eliminating fatigue, its low humidity and higher content of Vitamin B1 are the architects, together with trace elements and antioxidants such as Superoxide dismutase of the elimination of the toxic oxygen in the body.
It has a high diuretic component, and among another of its properties, the ability to increase the diameter of blood vessels stands out, thus lowering blood pressure and reducing the dreaded cholesterol.
Chia-seeds
Small, with a nutty flavor, but with incredible potential as a fuel and lubricant for the joints, soothing your pain thanks to its anti-inflammatory effect, produced by its Omega 3 fatty acids.
They contain a large amount of vitamins and minerals such as calcium, iron or potassium, which work as an extra energy supply, and they are also gluten-free.
They are an excellent ally in weight loss diets, due to their high protein and fiber content, giving the body a feeling of satiety, while promoting the increase in muscle mass and the regeneration of tissues.
Its intake alone or as a garnish for smoothies or salads is usually the most common, but its use in pastries and other preparations in the kitchen, is also very common, achieving a dual purpose contribution of nutrients, and flavor.
Quinoa Salad
From the top of the Andean mountain range we get a seed that is considered grain, which is obtained from a herb of the spinach family (but in this case what we consume is not its leaf but the seeds)
Originally from Peru and Bolivia, in recent years its cultivation has spread to many countries.
Its use can be similar to that of a cereal for which its preparations are gluten-free, being an indispensable collaborator for the diets of Celiacs and also for all others since they are very rich in protein, iron, magnesium, potassium, calcium , phosphorus and zinc with all the literature that we have already enunciated regarding the capacity of these minerals when it comes to favoring the organism.
Its vitamin component is also high and highlights B and E, which give it a great antioxidant function, and its high fiber content as well as a very low glycemic index.
Ginger
Tremendously popular in gastronomy and oriental medicine, it is one of the best relievers of respiratory diseases and its anti-inflammatory action has been recognized since ancient times.
It is the best enemy of migraines and menstrual pain.It facilitates the expulsion of mucous through expectoration, acting very effectively against flu and colds, as a result of its high component in acids such as ascorbic and glutamine.
We cannot ignore one of its major components in terms of concentration in a food such as zinc, which acts as a libido enhancer and for centuries it has been given non-negligible aphrodisiac properties.
Turmeric
A species with spectacular properties that has been part of the traditional Indian cuisine for centuries and from now on will be a sure part of that of the whole world.
The latest biological studies of the Curcuma Longa plant give it true medicinal properties, and among its various healing powers, the ability to combat Cancer and Alzheimer’s diseases stands out.
Turmeric is generally consumed in powder form, to be added to food easily and in the health field, it is synthesized and marketed in pills, but its properties do not vary according to its state and it is a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.
It prevents the oxidation of cells, protecting them from the environment and with food acts as an excellent digestive reducing stomach bloating.
spirulina
It is a spring-shaped cyanobacterium, from which it gets the name “spiral”. It is greenish-blue in color since two of its main compounds are chlorophyll, which gives it its green color, and phycocyanin, which gives it a bluish color. It has a high content of proteins that are much more digestible than those found in beef, preventing intestinal ailments and in turn acting as a food with a satiating effect.
Minerals and nutrients are not lacking and it is consolidated as a true contribution to combat malnutrition and as a food that prevents diseases such as cholesterol due to its content of linolenic acid and niacin.
Now to get down to work, starting with the incorporation of any of these into our daily diet Superfoods that will surely help our performance, our prevention and, above all, our health. And they are also a source of inspiration for our culinary preparations, which we will surely soon include within the categories of the professional recipe book of the Ehosa online store.