6 SuperFoods

Buffaloberry 

According to British Daily Mail, the superfood in 2014 belongs to Buffaloberry. Buffaloberry (or named as Shepherdia scientifically) is abound in North America. It is rich in phenolic antioxidants, carotene and lycopene and so it is anti-cancer and anti-aging.

 

Quinoa  

Quinoa can play an important role in eradicating hunger, malnutrition and poverty, Food and Agriculture Organization (FOA) Director-General José Graziano da Silva said at the official launch of the 2013 International Year of Quinoa.

 

This food is recommended as the most suitable for human consumption. It is nutritious as one of the top ten for global health. It is from South America and its protein content is four times higher than those found in white rice and potatoes. In addition, it contains amino acids, iron, vitamin B, magnesium and fiber. Meanwhile its zero cholesterol content and low glycemic index benefit our cardiovascular system. Thus it is very suitable for people with diabetes and for those who are gluten-sensitive.

 

Dark Chocolate

According to David Wolfe (author of Superfoods: The Food and Medicine of the Future), organic chocolate is one of the super foods. Dark chocolate contains cocoa and the antioxidant activity of cocoa is higher than those found in fruits. Thus it can slow down degeneration of brain function, prevent cardiovascular disease and cure male erectile dysfunction. 

 

Deep Sea Fish

An article in the U.S. Health magazine shows that deep-sea fish is one of the super foods against influenza. This is because salmon, tuna, mackerel and other deep-sea fish are rich in Omega 3 fatty acids. Thus they can enhance human immunity, help reduce chronic inflammation of the body and lower cholesterol.

 

Kale  
Its calcium content is three times higher than that of milk while its carotenoids and lutein are higher than those found in spinach. It is anti-cancer. In addition, it is rich in cellulose, it can get rid of body waste and help weight loss.

 

Pomegranate
The antioxidants it contains are higher than those found in red wine and green tea. Thus it can effectively prevent heart disease. An article in American Journal of Clinical Nutrition indicates that consumption of pomegranate juice for two weeks everyday can effectively reduce the oxidation of cholesterol deposition. British Daily Mail also reported that drinking a glass of pomegranate juice a day can kick out belly fat and increase libido!