1. Berries All berries are low in sugar and high in fiber. Blueberries have been
shown to increase memory in lab studies, and raspberries and
strawberries are loaded with ellagic acid, a powerful antioxidant that
seems to have some anti-cancer properties, according to the American
Cancer Society.
2. BeansBeans are extremely high in fiber, which helps to control weight,
prevent or manage diabetes and blood sugar, and may help prevent colon
cancer and protect against heart disease. The National Institute of
Medicine recommends 25-38 grams of fiber a day. The average American
gets only 4-11 grams. One cup of beans provides 11-17 grams.
3. NutsSome of the largest and most important long-term studies of diet and
health have shown that eating nuts several times a week is consistent
with a risk of heart attack and heart disease that is 30%-50% lower than
the general population. Just one ounce of nuts-almonds, macadamia,
Brazil , walnuts, pecans-eaten three to five times a week seems to be
the magic number.
4. Wild SalmonFish is the ultimate anti-aging food. Cold-water fatty fish like wild
salmon, sardines, mackerel and herring contain omega-3 fats that protect
the brain and the heart, improve mood, and lower blood pressure and
triglycerides.
5. Raw MilkRaw, organic milk nearly always comes from grass-fed cows and contains
high levels of cancer-fighting CLA (conjugated linolenic acid) as well
as a rich assortment of vitamins, minerals and beneficial bacteria (like
Lactobacillus acidophilus)
6. Grass-Fed Meat
Meat from grass-fed cows has a much different fat profile than ordinary
supermarket meat: high in omega-3s, lower in potentially harmful
omega-6s and loaded with CLA, a kind of fat known for its anti-cancer
activity. A superb source of protein and vitamin B12, it's also missing
the antibiotics, steroids and hormones found in the meat that comes from
feedlot farms.
7. Eggs Considered by many to be nature's most perfect food, the egg is high in
protein and relatively low in calories. The yolk contains choline, one
of the most important nutrients for the brain, as well as lutein and
xeazanthin, two critical nutrients for eye health.
Brassica Vegetables
Cabbage, Brussels sprouts, broccoli and kale all contain plant compounds
called indoles that help reduce the risk of cancer. In addition to a
stunning range of vitamins and minerals, they also contain sulforaphane,
an important plant chemical that helps the body detoxify
health-damaging chemicals.
8. Apples Not only do they keep the doctor away, they also appear to do the same
for lung cancer, diabetes and asthma. An apple contains five grams of
fiber and a rich blend of nutrients including the bone-building vitamin K
and the anti-inflammatory nutrient quercetin. And there's no better way
to control your appetite than an apple eaten about half an hour before a
big meal.
9. Onions and Garlic In an impressive number of published studies, the consumption of onions
and garlic has demonstrated protective effects against stomach,
prostate and esophageal cancer. Along with broccoli, tea and apples,
onions and garlic are among a select group of foods found to reduce
mortality from heart disease by 20%.
10. Pomegranate Juice Called "a natural Viagra" by researchers at Tel Aviv University ,
pomegranate juice is loaded with antioxidants. Studies show it can
reduce blood pressure and plaque in the arteries. New research indicates
it also slows the progression of tumors.. Four to eight ounces a day is
highly recommended.
11. Green Tea Though all teas are great for you, green tea has a unique profile of
plant chemicals that have anti-cancer activity. It's now fairly
established that green tea may help prevent the following types of
cancers in humans: bladder, colon, esophagus, pancreas, rectum and
stomach. If that's not enough, it also appears to help with weight
control.
(From Live Health Club site)