Superfood is a term used to describe foods with health benefits.
They are a category of foods found in nature, they have few calories and are dense in supply of nutrients. Superfood contain a large amount of antioxidants, polyphenols, vitamins and minerals. A lot of good things you can eat to be healthier !
#1 Açai
This is a small purple berry that comes from the açai palm tree, native to South America.
Açai is source of antioxidants, oleic acid (or Omega-9) and fiber.
Benefits : Help prevent heart disease and cancers, Strengthen your immune system and Anti-Aging effects
#2 Chia Seeds
This tiny seed comes from a flowering plant in the mint family, native to Mexico and Guatemala.
Chia seeds are rich in fiber, calcium, magnesium, protein and vitamins (A, B, E, and D)
Benefits : Weight loss, Bone health and Lower risk of heart disease
#3 Blueberries
Really popular, this fruit is nearly miraculous for its benefits.
Blueberries contains antioxidants, flavonoids, fiber, manganese and C vitamin.
Benefits : Help preserve memory function and prevent from cancers, heart disease, stomach ulcers and hypertension
#4 Goji Berries
Also called wolfberries, these orange-red berries are native to India.
Goji Berries are source of vitamins (A, B, C, E), antioxidants, essential amino acids and nutrients.
Benefits : Boost your immune system and Enhance detoxification
#5 Walnuts
Among nuts, walnuts stand out for their unique benefits.
Walnuts are rich in Omega-3, melatonin, copper, E vitamin and fiber.
Benefits : Protect your brain, Help prevent Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease and Lower cholesterol levels
#6 Beans
All kind of beans help raise levels of Leptin : the “satiety hormone”.
Beans contains protein, fiber, B vitamin, folate, antioxidants, potassium and magnesium.
Benefits : Weight loss, Help maintain healthy brain, cell and skin, and Lower cholesterol levels
#7 Spinach
Popeye was right to eat spinach…but not for iron, as it is not the better source for it.
Spinach are rich in antioxidants, vitamins (K, C), calcium, beta-carotene and magnesium.
Benefits : Bone health, Anti-inflammatory properties, Protective against eye diseases
#8 Quinoa
This tiny grain is the most popular Superfood.
Quinoa is source of protein, fiber, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus and amino acids.
Benefits : Anti-inflammatory properties, Lower cholesterol levels, Digestion and Longevity
#9 Cranberries
This small red berry is native to North America.
Cranberries contains polyphenols, antioxidants, fiber, vitamins (C, E, K) and copper.
Benefits : Help prevent heart disease, Lower cholesterol levels and Prevent urinary infections
#10 Dark Chocolate
What a good news ! Dark chocolate is also a Superfood.
Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants, polyphenols, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese and zinc.
Benefits : Help prevent from hypertension, Reduce inflammation and Lower stress
When possible, we recommend enjoying raw Superfood as it provide you with greatest nutritional benefits and a better flavor.
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