Top Super Foods Everybody Have to Know About
January 14th, 2010 by Egan C. | Filed under Health and Fitness.Super food is probably a term you have heard before. It is used to describe foods that contain nutrients and vitamins that are higher than normal when compared to other foods. Below are some of the top super foods and why they are referred to as super foods. Some of them you have probably heard of, some of them probably not.
The acai berry is the first super food that I am going to talk about and you probably already know about it. It has a higher concentration of antioxidants than any other fruit. It also has dietary fiber, omega fatty acids, and even some protein. This unique combination of nutrients has made it one of the most popular health supplements in the world. If you live outside the United States, you can visit the Acai Berry Australia or Acai Berry UK pages for specific information.
The second super food I want to talk about is pistachio nuts. These little nuts are called the skinny nut and are really good for you. They are high in protein, fiber, and antioxidants. The pistachio nut is called the skinny nut because it is low in calories - a serving of about 50 nuts has only 160 calories. You can eat them as a snack by themselves or they can be added to salads, muffins, cereal, and lots of other snacks and meals.
I want to close by talking about two more super foods. One is a fruit often compared to the acai berry and the other is a common nut you probably have heard of before.
The pomegranate is a super food sometimes compared to the acai berry. It has a very exotic flavor and has a lot of antioxidants. This fruit has gotten a lot of attention because of its antioxidant content.
The last super food is walnuts. While you have probably heard of it, you probably don’t know how healthy it really is. The walnut is a great source of vitamins, antioxidants, dietary fiber and protein. They also have a higher concentration of omega 3 fatty acids compared to other nuts.
Now you may be wondering where you can buy these super foods. Acai berries are probably best taken in supplement form because you will have a very hard time finding them fresh. Pomegranates have become very popular and are now available in the fruit section of many stores. Walnuts are a common thing to find in almost every grocery store. Pistachios are less common than walnuts, but you can usually find them at your local grocery store.
Whether you are looking for a healthy snack or an antioxidant boost, these fruits and nuts are a great addition to your diet. If you are looking for more information on health supplements, head over to SassafrasStation.com and sign up for their newsletter and a series of free reports including reports on acai berries and pistachios.
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