Did you know one Brazil nut provides almost 100% of your daily selenium (an underestimated immunity booster) needs? New COVID strains, the flu, and a variety of upper respiratory infections and other ailments are still a concern for many of us, so eating Brazil nuts is a simple method to boost our immune systems.
Because this mainstay is nutritious, adaptable, economical, and accessible, we think this wellness-culinary mash-up should last. "Tinned fish is protein-dense and full of omega-3s and other vitamins and minerals," explains Sassos.
Welcome to the caffeine-free "new matcha." Moringa, usually obtained in powder form, is brilliant green and tastes grassy. Like matcha, it's high in antioxidants.
One of Whole Foods' top 2024 food trends, this fruit is where your favorite chocolate bar comes from and has remarkable nutrition and sustainability. Chocolate originates from the seed, but the pulp makes jellies, juice, and jams, and the shell makes flour.
We think this fruit should be eaten more than only on Thanksgiving. Cranberries are low in sugar, high in vitamin C, potassium, and A, and rich in antioxidants and other plant chemicals.
Probiotics are vital for gut and overall health, yet yogurt and savory fermented foods like kimchi aren't the sole sources. Kefir, a creamy fermented milk drink like yogurt, has twice or three times the microorganisms found in yogurt. Some kefir contains vitamin D, protein, and B vitamins.
Protein is needed for cell creation and repair as well as muscular growth. Protein is essential, but not all sources are equal. We require complete and incomplete proteins to receive the range of amino acids that build protein and provide advantages.
Stop ignoring garnish! Microgreens, young, sensitive leafy greens produced by most vegetables, grains, and herbs, have higher phytochemical and antioxidant contents than mature plant leaves. Their less wet habitat and ability to be cultivated indoors make them safer than sprouts, which can cause foodborne illness. They're also sustainable.
Try various flavors from different cuisines to find healthful dishes you love. “Many cultural seasonings are big on taste and benefits,” says Flourish Heights Podcast presenter Valerie Agyeman, a certified nutritionist. Sassos says a little goes a long way in flavor and nutrients. "Half a teaspoon of ground cloves contains more antioxidants than ½ cup of blueberries.
Try this ancient grain to spice up your grains. Buckwheat has flavonoids that reduce blood lipids, which is excellent for the heart. Magnesium and amino acids are abundant, says Sassos. Buckwheat has protein and fiber, which boosts intestinal health and blood sugar management.