Sunday, February 3, 2013

The Top Ten Super Foods for Exceptional Health


We`ve all heard of "Superfoods"- those foods packed with so many nutrients that eating them regularly might actually change your life.Of course,everyone`s favourite superfoods are different-and there are plenty that didn`t make this list .But one thing is certain-adding any of these foods to your diet can improve your health.So here`s our list .we hope it helps you decide which superfoods might suit you best.

Acai 

Benefits Of Acai
Acai Powder comes directly from the Amazonian Rainforest in Brazil,and is known to be one of the most antioxidant rich superfruits available.It`s been made famous by being on Oprah`s top 10 superfoods,and has also been known as "Nature`s Viagra" Acai has also been known as one of the most elite superfoods on Earth,with it`s anti-aging and weight loss properties.

Benefits
* Boosts and strengthens the immune system
* Helps with weightless and maintaining healthy sex drive
* Contains anti-aging properties,promotes healthy skin
* Improves mental clarity and function
* Promotes energy and reduces fatigue
* High in Vitamin A improving  vision
* Cleanses and detoxifies the body
* Supports healthy heart and blood shown to prevent  diseases such as heart disease,cancer,and diabetes
* Quick absorption
* Natural emollient
* Moisturizing
* Restores elasticity to skin
* Powerful  antioxidant
* Anti-bacterial
* Free radical protectant
* Anti -inflammatory
* Vitamin and mineral rich
* Phytosterol rich
* Amino acid rich
* Anti-aging
* Rich in efa`s( omega 6 and 9 )
* Helps you lose weight
* Helps increase your metabolism
* Helps increase fat oxidation
* Helps fight fatigue
* Helps increase energy
* Provides powerful antioxidant support
* Powerful Antioxidant
* Detoxify your Body
* Clear your Skin
* Lose weight
* Feel Healthy

Source.South American palm tree

Rich Ingredients.Antioxidants healthy fats dietary fibre

Potential Benefits.Battles free radicls cardiovascular health digestive health

Super Tips:Consider beauty products that contain acai oli for antioxidant benefits.

Cacao

Source.Bean from south and Mesoamerica

Rich Ingredients :Antioxidants Magnesium lipids

Potential Benefits:Battles free radicals Aids depression Cardiovascular health

Super Tip:Choose dark chocolate made from raw cacao for maximum benefits

Coconut Oil

Source:Dried coconut meat

Rich Ingredients:Lactic acid dietary fibre

Potential Benefits:Digestive health Cardiovascular health weight loss immune function

Super Tip:Cocnut Oil can be used topically.and may help treat infections

Kelp

Source:Shallow saltwater kelp forests

Rich Ingredients:Vitamins Calcium lodine

Potential Benefits:Cellular metabolism Cardiovascular health Thyroid funtion

Super Tip:Adequate iodine intake may help protect against radition poisoning.

Manuka Honey

Source:New Zealand bees that pollinate the manuka bush

Rich Ingredients:Enzymes Hydrogen peroxide proteins

Potential Benefits:Wound healing Relieves stomch ulcers soothes heartburn

Super Tip:A spoonful can help treat a sore throat.and it can be applied to mouth ulcers

Bee Pollen




Nature`s Fountain Of Youth

Did you know ..bee pollen contains almost twice the amount of protein in beef,twice as much iron than any other food,substantial amounts og highly - absorbable vitamins and minerals,and thousands of world -class athletes even take bee pollen as a `Legal Sports Enhancer`.

Bee pollen health benefits have become among the popular health topics in recent years.

So is bee pollen good for you?
In short,yes absolutely.
Bee pollen or bee bread has been used to boost memory,energy and overall health.
However,there is a dearth of scientific evidence showing that it really does so.
This type of bee product is also believed to inhibit the effects of hay fever,with people believing that ingstion of the pollen would help build resistance against this particular ailment.

Surprising Benefits Of Bee Pollen
1.Improves fertility in both men nd women
2.Excellent for muscle-building
3.Effective against acne and age spots
4.Helps stabilize metabolism for weight control
5.Boosts resistance to allergies ( especially local pollen )
6.Works to relieve migraine headaches
7.May help combat prostate problems in men
8.Improves oxygen-rich red blood cells as much as 25%
Source:Collects on the bodies of bees

Rich Ingredients:Vitamins Carbodyrates Lipids

Potential Benefits:Digestive health Combats fatigue helps asthma & allergies Increases energy

Chia Seeds

Source:Central American plant ( part of the mint family )

Rich Ingredients:Fatty acids Calcium protein

Potential Benefits:Increases energy digestive health Cholesterol levels

Super Tip:Soak in water to create a gel that can replace eggs in some recipes

Goji Berries

Source:Chinese shrub

Rich Ingredients:Amino acids Antioxidants Vitamins

Potential Benefits:Immune function Mental function Cardiovascular health

Super Tip:Skip the orange juice __goji berries have more vitamin C by weight that any other food

Maca Root

Source:Tuberous peruvian vegetable

Rich Ingredients:Amino acids vitamins Enzymes

Potential Benefits:Hormonal function Boosts libido Menal function increases energy

Super Tip:Add maca root powder to your morning smoothie or cereal for an energy boost

Spirulina

Source:Blue-green algae

Rich Ingredients:Antioxidants vitamins

Potential Benefits:Increases energy immune function weight loos

Super Tip:Safe for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.and may boost fertility