Superfoods you should know about
healthy lifestyle is becoming more popular every year. The cult of a beautiful body, regular exercise and proper nutrition are being replaced by strict dieting and fast-food enthusiasm: eat right!
This trend, which came to us from the west, fascinated those who take care of their health and appearance with trendy foods. But what are superfoods?
Goji berries
Superfood Goji berries, popularly known as “wolfberries”, are non-toxic and harmless to humans. Goji berries contain a lot of useful substances: valuable amino acids, various groups of vitamins, necessary macro and microelements, the largest amount of antioxidants among plants – and this is not a complete list of the benefits of this food.
Acai berries
Acai berries, grown in South America, have always been part of the diet of the Amazonians. Despite the difficult lifestyle, these people looked very good, healthy and full of strength until old age. In various studies, it turned out that the secret of their youth and longevity was hidden in small black berries that grew on tall palm trees. According to these observations, acai has been exported to other countries and sold under the guise of a superfood that boosts the immune system, is antiviral and anti-inflammatory, protects the body from cardiovascular disease, provides energy, improves memory, and even has cancer prevention properties. Acai berries are rich in minerals, vitamins, fatty acids such as oleic and linoleic acid, and antioxidants.
Chia seeds
Spanish chia or sage seeds are widely used in Mexican cuisine. These seeds are considered an excellent source of vegetable protein, fiber, omega-3 and omega-6 unsaturated fatty acids and other useful substances.
They are particularly popular with vegetarians and are often used to lose weight because they compensate for the lack of important elements in the body and achieve a satiety effect.
is not only used in dishes , but also added to various cocktails: they swell, satisfy hunger and thus contribute to weight loss.
Quinoa
Lovers of a healthy lifestyle with buckwheat and brown rice are gradually switching to quinoa. This pseudo grain culture came to us from South America. They are an excellent source of protein, fiber and amino acids. In terms of vitamins, phosphorus, iron and calcium, quinoa can safely compete with dairy products and fish.
Nutritionists recommend including this superfood in your diet. Especially for people who have problems with heart, gastrointestinal tract, obesity and cholesterol. Depending on the variety, quinoa tastes mild, nutty, sweet and is often used as an accompaniment to soups and desserts.
Ginger
This long-known spice is becoming more popular every year: it serves as a basis for diet drinks and is used not only in traditional sweets in the West, but also in.
Kale
This superfood is the leader among green vegetables in terms of nutritional content. Surprisingly, literally 100-200g of this cabbage can provide the body’s daily needs for vitamins A, C, K as well as important minerals and trace elements. In addition, this superfood is a good source of calcium. The kale is low in calories; only 30 calories per 100 g, which makes it particularly valuable for dieters. This cabbage is used in and smoothies, it can be steamed, boiled and enjoyed as healthy chips.
White cabbage
The most common type of white cabbage in the West is gaining popularity: it contains vitamin C, calcium, pectin and many other useful substances. In addition, the variety of cabbage dishes is truly amazing.
Spelt
This grain is a type of wheat. But it differs from its “brothers” in its high content of protein, valuable amino acids, vitamins, zinc and magnesium. The spelled in a balanced form contains all the nutrients that a person needs for a healthy life. It is recommended to include this superfood in the diet of people with obesity, weakened immune systems, chronic fatigue and diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. Not only muesli and side dishes can be prepared from it, but also delicious soups, casseroles and even desserts.
Vitgrass
Vitgrass is a grass juice made from sprouted wheat. This superfood is sold in powder form or in frozen cubes. Wheatgrass juice effectively cleanses the body and improves blood composition due to its high chlorophyll content.
Bulgur
Together with bulgur, it has become very popular. This grain is derived from wheat. First, it is washed with boiling water, dried, and then crushed to the desired size. The resulting grain contains all the useful components of the wheat grain, in particular vitamins of groups B, E, K, as well as various trace elements. The most useful and valuable is the unpeeled brown whole grain bulgur. When cooked, it retains its structure and is perfectly absorbed by the body.
Green coffee
This slimming drink is made from dried, unroasted coffee beans. Its taste is very specific, but its appearance is more like green tea. Green coffee contributes to weight loss, but not when accompanied by a piece of cake or a bar of chocolate.
Cocoa beans
We immediately think of our favorite drink and chocolate. They contain antioxidants and neurotransmitters. A lack of these substances in the body often leads to depression, chronic fatigue and neurosis. Cocoa beans help to solve these problems: in raw form and in moderate amounts, they improve the functioning of the nervous system, and also activate the production of pleasure hormones – endorphin and serotonin.
