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Imagine a superfood ... not a drug -- powerful enough to help you lower your cholesterol reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer, and, for an added bonus, put you in a better mood. Did we mention that there are no side effects? You'd surely stock up on a lifetime supply. Guess what? These life-altering superfoods are available right now in your local supermarket!
Try including some of the following "super foods" into your diet. Each food contains vitamins, nutrients and/or minerals that are believed to contain special properties for health, disease prevention and/or longevity.
Broccoli-2 spears
Contains vitamins C, A, Beta Carotene and Fiber.
Carrots-2 medium
2 carrots every other day provide enough beta carotene to reduce stroke risk by half for men who already have symptoms of heart disease
Chili Peppers-1 or more peppers
The heat source in chilis, capsaicin, is an antioxidant. Contains blood thinning properties to prevent strokes, lowers cholesterol, protects DNA against carcinogens, may stimulate release of endorphins ("natural high" chemicals)
Spinach-1 cup uncooked
Contains vitamins A and C, folic acid and magnesium which help control cancer, reduces heart disease and stroke risk, blocks free radicals and may help prevent osteoporosis.
Mushrooms-1/4 cup dried Shitakes or other exotic mushrooms
Contain beta-glucan, which stimulates immune system. Shitake, enoki, zhuling and reishi all have anti-cancer and antiviral effects
Tomatoes-1 med. tomato
Contain lycopenes - an antioxidant more potent than vitamin C. Stimulates immune function and may slow degenerative diseases
Strawberries-1/2 cup
Contains ellagic acid, which contains anti-cancer properties
Papaya, Pineapple & Kiwi...-one papaya, 1 cup pineapple, 1-2 kiwis
High amounts of enzymes that help combat everything from autoimmune diseases, allergies, and cancer
Mangoes-1 mango
Contains bioflavonoids that aid the immune system
Citrus Fruits-1 lg. orange or equivalent
Contains vitamin C which helps your body fight cancers (lung, cervical, esophagus & stomach). Rich in bioflavonoids.
Apricots-3 fresh
Fresh apricots are high in beta-carotene. Also contains vitamin C and fiber.
Bananas-1 medium
Rich in magnesium (helps protect circulatory system), potassium and slowly-absorbed sugars. Good source of pectin (a soluble fiber). Prevents radical swings in blood sugar
Garlic-2-3 cloves fresh or1 tsp. Garlic Powder
May lower cholesterol and blood pressure. May contain chemicals capable of destroying cancer cells
Green Tea-1 cup
Green tea contains polyphenols, which may reduce heart disease, cancer and stroke risk
Beans-1 cup
High in protein and complex carbohydrates. Contains both soluble and insoluble fiber. Contains phytochemicals and protease inhibitors that may help prevent cancer
Soybeans & Tofu-4 ounces tofu or equivalent soy product
Lowers "bad" LDL cholesterol levels in bloodstream which reduces heart disease risk. Studies have shown that people who regularly eat soy products have reduced risk or lower rates of prostate, colon, lung, rectal and stomach cancers.
Salmon-3 ounces
Contains omega-3 oils to fight heart disease. Contains calcium, magnesium, protein and B-vitamins.
Oats...1 cup oatmeal,1-1/2 packets instant oatmeal, or 1-1/4 cup oat flakes cereal
Oat bran lowers cholesterol and blood pressure. May reduce risk of colon cancer. Oatmeal contains both soluble and insoluble fiber.
Try including some of the following "super foods" into your diet. Each food contains vitamins, nutrients and/or minerals that are believed to contain special properties for health, disease prevention and/or longevity.
Broccoli-2 spears
Contains vitamins C, A, Beta Carotene and Fiber.
Carrots-2 medium
2 carrots every other day provide enough beta carotene to reduce stroke risk by half for men who already have symptoms of heart disease
Chili Peppers-1 or more peppers
The heat source in chilis, capsaicin, is an antioxidant. Contains blood thinning properties to prevent strokes, lowers cholesterol, protects DNA against carcinogens, may stimulate release of endorphins ("natural high" chemicals)
Spinach-1 cup uncooked
Contains vitamins A and C, folic acid and magnesium which help control cancer, reduces heart disease and stroke risk, blocks free radicals and may help prevent osteoporosis.
Mushrooms-1/4 cup dried Shitakes or other exotic mushrooms
Contain beta-glucan, which stimulates immune system. Shitake, enoki, zhuling and reishi all have anti-cancer and antiviral effects
Tomatoes-1 med. tomato
Contain lycopenes - an antioxidant more potent than vitamin C. Stimulates immune function and may slow degenerative diseases
Strawberries-1/2 cup
Contains ellagic acid, which contains anti-cancer properties
Papaya, Pineapple & Kiwi...-one papaya, 1 cup pineapple, 1-2 kiwis
High amounts of enzymes that help combat everything from autoimmune diseases, allergies, and cancer
Mangoes-1 mango
Contains bioflavonoids that aid the immune system
Citrus Fruits-1 lg. orange or equivalent
Contains vitamin C which helps your body fight cancers (lung, cervical, esophagus & stomach). Rich in bioflavonoids.
Apricots-3 fresh
Fresh apricots are high in beta-carotene. Also contains vitamin C and fiber.
Bananas-1 medium
Rich in magnesium (helps protect circulatory system), potassium and slowly-absorbed sugars. Good source of pectin (a soluble fiber). Prevents radical swings in blood sugar
Garlic-2-3 cloves fresh or1 tsp. Garlic Powder
May lower cholesterol and blood pressure. May contain chemicals capable of destroying cancer cells
Green Tea-1 cup
Green tea contains polyphenols, which may reduce heart disease, cancer and stroke risk
Beans-1 cup
High in protein and complex carbohydrates. Contains both soluble and insoluble fiber. Contains phytochemicals and protease inhibitors that may help prevent cancer
Soybeans & Tofu-4 ounces tofu or equivalent soy product
Lowers "bad" LDL cholesterol levels in bloodstream which reduces heart disease risk. Studies have shown that people who regularly eat soy products have reduced risk or lower rates of prostate, colon, lung, rectal and stomach cancers.
Salmon-3 ounces
Contains omega-3 oils to fight heart disease. Contains calcium, magnesium, protein and B-vitamins.
Oats...1 cup oatmeal,1-1/2 packets instant oatmeal, or 1-1/4 cup oat flakes cereal
Oat bran lowers cholesterol and blood pressure. May reduce risk of colon cancer. Oatmeal contains both soluble and insoluble fiber.
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