February 28, 2010
Top Super Foods Everybody Should Try
Super food is probably a term you have heard before. This term is used to describe foods that contain nutrients and vitamins that in a higher concentration or number compared to other foods. In this article I am going to talk about a few super foods and tell you why they are so good for you. Some of them you probably have not heard of and some of them you probably have.
The number one super food that most people have already heard of is the acai berry. This fruit offers a super high concentration of antioxidants. It also has dietary fiber, omega fatty acids, and even some protein. It is a very nutritious food and 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.
Pistachio nuts are the next super food I want to introduce to you. These nuts are super nutritious. They have high amounts of antioxidants, fiber, and protein. They are a good source of vegetable protein and only have 160 calories per serving which is about 50 nuts. They are a great 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 of them is a fruit that gets compated to the acai berry and the other is a nut that you probably have used before but never thought of as a super food.
The pomegranate is a super food sometimes compared to the acai berry. It is full of antioxidants and has a very exotic flavor. The high level of antioxidants, second only to the acai berry, is why this fruit has become popular.
The next super food is the walnut. 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. There is also a concentration of omega 3 fatty acids that is higher than other nuts.
Now you may be wondering where you can buy these super foods. When yo uare looking for acai berries, the best thing to do is look for a supplement you can buy because they spoil quickly and aren’t usually shipped very far from the Amazon. Pomegranates have become very popular and are now available in the fruit section of many stores. Walnuts are available in almost any grocery store. Pistachio nuts are not as common as walnuts, but ther are available in most stores now.
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.