It
is hard to keep up with the ‘superfoods’ updates, but the knowledge is important
for our overall great health. This list is special because it really is a list
of delicious foods we grew up with, a staple at our meals. With constant
reminders to replace white potatoes with sweet potatoes, or frozen veggies for
fresh, we can easily forget that: a) these foods are nutritionally good for you
& b) variety is important in our diets so go back to your roots! As soon as
you read them you will know the alternatives that have come to replace them. Here
they are:
1) Iceburg Lettuce ~ Adds
fiber, low in calories, H2O rich, contains folate, iron & potassium &
is inexpensive. And yes, you just can’t replace that ‘crunch’. (just this
weekend I’d almost forgotten how to de-core, clean & serve this childhood
favorite!)
2) Potatoes ~ One of the top
sources of potassium, we require 4700mg a day. A medium baked potato has 926mg.
And can anything ever replace yummy mashed potatoes?
3) OJ ~ With so many exotic
fruit blends out there, we forget how inexpensive & simply yummy 100% OJ
is. If you choose the calcium fortified, you are also getting Vitamin D along
with the usual Vitamin C, potassium & folate. All great for muscle &
collagen repair & healing.
4) Cauliflower ~ Loaded with
phytonutrients, A, C & folic acid, this is a super immune booster that
should be eaten raw (easy) or parboiled like broccoli for maximum nutrition.
5) Frozen Veggies ~ Simply
convenient & delicious, They are loaded with nutrients since they are
packed & processed immediately! It’s true, often better than fresh which
lose nutrients as soon as they are picked.
6) Instant Oatmeal ~
Convenient & heart-healthy, instant still contains fiber, beta-glucans
which help lower total blood cholesterol & your LDL levels.
7) Canned Tomatoes ~ One word
lycopene. Proven to help against skin cancer & promote a healthy prostate,
the canned have more readily absorbed lycopene than fresh. Just watch for added
sodium.
8) Peanuts ~ Wow. So much to
this humble guy. Just watch the added salt again. So rich in vitamins,
minerals, protein, and cardio-protective resveratrol. And don’t you just love a
peanut butter & jelly sandwich every now & then. Takes you back...
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