Top 10 Healthiest Foods - Super Foods

There's been a lot of buzz over the last few years about something called super foods. What exactly are super foods?

Super foods are simply the healthiest foods you can eat.

They have so much nutritional bang for the buck and provide such excellent health benefits that many researchers and nutritionists consider them "Super Foods".

They are all nutrient-dense, which simply means they have more nutrients per calorie than other foods.

These 10 foods are some of the healthiest you can eat and are important to include in your diet. They can help you look and feel your best, help prevent disease and keep you healthy.

All of these healthiest foods:

• Are a good or excellent source of fiber, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients


• Are high in phytonutrients and antioxidant compounds, such as vitamins A and E and beta carotene


• May help reduce the risk of heart disease and other health conditions


• Are low in calorie density, meaning you get a larger portion size with a fewer number of calories

• Apples are an excellent source of fiber, and contain pectin which has been shown to lower cholesterol and blood glucose. They are also an excellent source of vitamin C. Apples are very high in antioxidants which are essential for cell repair.



• Almonds are high in fiber, magnesium for muscle health, vitamin E, and protein. They are rich in potassium, and monounsaturated fats and can be a significant factor in helping to lower your LDL cholesterol. Almonds are also a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which our body needs for heart health.


• Broccoli contains 72 mg of calcium and 78 mcg of folic acid per cup and is also an excellent source of vitamin C. It's also good for your heart and helps prevent cancer, and gives your immune system a boost.



• Red Beans including small red, pinto and dark are an excellent low-fat source of protein, magnesium and potassium, all needed for muscle function and health. Just one cup has 16 grams of dietary fiber and beans are also high in iron.



• Blueberries are chock full of antioxidants and phytoflavinoids that can help lower LDL cholesterol level. Blueberries are also an excellent source of vitamin C and can lower the risk of heart disease and cancer, and are excellent for eye health. They have also been shown have anti-inflammatory properties and can slow the aging process.



• Salmon is a great source of heart-protecting omega-3 fatty acids , which helps not only your heart, but also your nerves, eyes and brain. It can also help prevent strokes. Salmon is low in saturated fat and is a good source of protein.


• Tomatoes are an outstanding source of vitamin C as well as being an excellent source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant which helps to boost the immune system. Studies show eating tomatoes can also help prevent prostate, breast, lung and colon cancer.



• Spinach is high in fiber and vitamins C and K. Only one cup has more than your RDA of Vitamin A, and half the RDA for folic acid. Spinach is also important for eye health, since it contains lutein, which is important for preventing macular degeneration.



• Sweet Potatoes are high in beta-carotine and only 1/2 cup has six times the RDA for Vitamin A. Studies show it can slow the aging process and prevent some cancers. Also a good fat-free source of fiber, vitamin B-6 and potassium.



• Raspberries contain 8 grams of fiber per cup as well as a being good source of vitamin C. Raspberries are one of the best fruits for antioxidants, helping to prevent inflammation, cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. They are also shown to aid in age-related memory decline.

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