Flax Seeds
Not only is flaxseed loaded with plant omega-3s, it also has more lignans (compounds that may prevent endometrial and ovarian cancer) than any other food. The soluble fiber in flaxseed has also been shown to lower cholesterol, helping to prevent [...]
Hemp Seeds
Hemp Seeds are a gift of nature. They are the most nutritious seed in the world. Hemp Seeds are a complete protein. They have the most concentrated balance of proteins, essential fats, vitamins and enzymes combined with a relative absence [...]
Maca Powder
Grown in the Andes, maca is a root vegetable that is picked, dried, and processed into a powder. According to folk belief, it is a plant known for its legendary ability to deliver energy, endurance, mental clarity and even [...]
Acai Berries
Not only does it taste good but the health benefits of this exotic berry are totally off the charts. Acai berries are becoming one of the most popular super foods because they are delicious, and highly nutritious. After all, they [...]
Cacao Powder
According to Elson Hass in his book “Staying Healthy With Nutrition,” cacao provides antidepressant benefits. He explains that cacao contains the substance phenethylamine, which is a neurotransmitter found in the brain that acts as a mood elevator and natural antidepressant. [...]
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is an amazing source of healthy fatty acids. Most of the fatty acids that you can find in coconut oil are medium-chain, which means that they are metabolized differently from long-chain fatty acids found in lots of other [...]
Vitamin C
Our bodies are programmed to continually repair themselves. However, as we get older, they can become overwhelmed by too many free radicals, especially as we age. This results in the premature death of healthy cells, which may contribute to a [...]
B12
Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin that keeps your nerves and red blood cells healthy. It is responsible for the smooth functioning of several critical body processes. Strict vegetarians, heavy drinkers and smokers, pregnant and breast-feeding women, and the elderly [...]
Spinach
Antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, and vitamins that promote vision and bone health are what make this little ol' green so super. Just a half-cup provides more than five times your daily dose of vitamin K, which helps blood clot and builds strong [...]
Kale
Like its cousins, cauliflower and broccoli, kale is rich in fiber and beta-carotene. It is also an excellent source of calcium, iron, and vitamins A, C, and K. Part of what makes kale so healthy is its great quantity of [...]