What is a superfood?

Superfoods are nutrient-rich food considered to be especially beneficial for health and well-being.

#1 Broccoli

Benefits 

Broccoli is a very good source of dietary fiber, pantothenic acid, vitamin B6, vitamin E, manganese, phosphorus, choline, vitamin B1, vitamin A (in the form of carotenoids: any of a class of mainly yellow, orange, or red fat-soluble pigments, including carotene, which give color to plant parts such as ripe tomatoes and autumn leaves.), potassium and copper.

Broccoli is also a good source of vitamin B1, magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, zinc, calcium, iron, niacin and selenium.

1 cup = 31 calories 

#2 Blueberries

Benefits

Help fight off aging. Filled with antioxidants, they will help keep Father Time at bay. They help reverse damage done by toxins and free radicals and help your body defend itself against dangerous pathogens.

Blueberries aid in reducing belly fat. Say no more.

Extras

They keep you fresh, active, fit, sharp, close to nature and in a good mood, as they are very good anti depressants. Remember, the deeper the color of the Blue Berries, the more they are rich in anti oxidants and other medicinal values.

1 cup = 85 calories

#3 Strawberries

Benefits

Strawberries are no exception to this rule; in addition to antioxidants, they have many other nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that contribute to overall health. These include folate, potassium, manganese, dietary fiber, and magnesium. They are extremely high in vitamin C!

Help burn stored fat.

Boost short term memory.

Ease inflammation.

1 cup = 54 calories

There are more than 30 superfoods. Which ones are your favorite?