Superfoods

Superfoods

In the previous issue about chia, I mentioned something about the superfoods. Now I want to delve further into this topic.

Currently it has popularized the use of the word "Superfood" concerning to food and health, but there is no technical definition for this word, and as I mentioned this word is considered a marketing term.

A superfood is a concept for those foods found in nature; they are 100% natural and many Millennials (seeds, tubers, dried roots, herbs, algae, etc.). They have this name because in small amounts contain an enormous density of nutrients, and low in calories. They are superior sources of antioxidants and essential nutrients.

These superfoods are an excellent and effective way to nourish and detoxify our body. They are ideal for preventing or treating diseases, keep fit and energized, detoxify the body, strengthen your immune system and extend longevity because they provide nutrients, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and enzymes, and are very easily absorbed.

Among the foods considered superfoods we can find:

Maca: root from Peru, it helps to have energy throughout the day, so it is widely used by athletes. It has been used to increase fertility, it is a powerful endocrine regulator especially recommended for women with different hormonal disorders, cerebral circulation increases, which improves memory and concentration, among other properties.

Chia seeds: they have more calcium than a glass of milk, more antioxidants than blueberries, more iron than spinach, twice the potassium than a banana and more Omega 3 than salmon.

Spirulina: is a unicellular alga, loaded with proteins that help strengthen the immune system, improves metabolism, nutrient absorption and acts as a natural decongestant and antiallergic.

Wheatgrass: lowers blood pressure, cleanses the blood, stimulates metabolism and is used to treat tumors, obesity and indigestion. It helps alkalize the body, has anti-cancer properties and can be consumed to relieve internal pains. Its benefits are lost when heating or cooking, so it is added to juices or smoothies raw form.

Cranberries: they help increase good cholesterol, excellent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and help prevent urinary tract infections, acting as an antiseptic prevents bacteria are fixed on the walls of the mucous membranes and is rich in fiber.

 
These are just some of the currently known, but there are others, considered superfoods. Always remember to eat a balanced diet and not exceed the recommended portion of these superfoods. It is best to consult a nutritionist for a healthy diet.