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Nutrient Rich Foods - Superfoods

Nutrient Rich Foods - Superfoods. Superfoods. What are Superfoods?. No definition Health benefits beyond basic nutrition Improve overall health Provide disease prevention Nutrient rich Contain high amounts of antioxidants. Superfood Boom.

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Nutrient Rich Foods - Superfoods

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  1. Nutrient Rich Foods - Superfoods

  2. Superfoods

  3. What are Superfoods? No definition Health benefits beyond basic nutrition Improve overall health Provide disease prevention Nutrient rich Contain high amounts of antioxidants

  4. Superfood Boom Choosing foods and drinks with added health benefits Seeking “convenient health” News media, popular press, and TV promotion

  5. The problems… Naturally nutrient-rich, enriched or fortified Foods with ‘healthy’ ingredients may be high in sugar or saturated fat Beneficial nutrients may not be well absorbed

  6. Good Examples • Blueberries • Pomegranate • Tomatoes • Fish and nuts • Flaxseed • Green Veggies • Soy • Oats • Green Tea

  7. Blueberries Brainberries Promote brain function and prevent the effects of aging Antioxidants: anthocyanins, flavonoids, and proanthocyanidins Promote urinary tract health

  8. Pomegranate • Popular Superfood • Antioxidant phytochemicals • Antiatherogenic • Lowers lipoproteins (LDL) • LDL leads to plaque build up in arteries

  9. Tomatoes Antioxidant — Lycopene Reduce prostate cancer risk and cardiovascular disease risk

  10. Omega-3 Superfoods Walnuts • High in fiber, B vitamins, magnesium, and antioxidants  • A handful a day Salmon • Good source of protein • 2 servings per week

  11. Flaxseed • Omega-3 fatty acids • Found in fortified foods • Can add to recipes • Cardiovascular health

  12. Broccoli and Spinach Boost the immune system Lower cancer risk Supports cardiovascular health Green Superfoods

  13. Soy • High quality protein source • Cardiovascular benefits • Isoflavones = phytoestrogens • Menopausal symptom relief

  14. Whole Grain Oats Reduce the risk of coronary heart disease High in soluble fiber Lower cholesterol Reduce cancer risk

  15. Green Tea • Catechins, ECGC • Antioxidants • May help lower cholesterol • Protection from some forms of cancer

  16. In conclusion… Many foods are SUPER Eat a variety of foods Read labels carefully

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