Have you heard about superfoods? Many people have heard about superfoods but not many know what it really is. Superfoods are basically foods that are calorie sparse and nutrient dense which mean it is very good for someone to lose weight at the same time still have enough nutrients. When we think of healthy foods most people will think of plants and vegetables and that is absolutely correct, superfoods are mostly plant-based but there are also different kinds of superfoods. 4 main benefits superfoods have are that they can maintain a healthy heart, boost the immune system, regulate metabolism, and better skin. Superfoods can help maintain a healthy heart. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America today, and many are looking for
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Our bodies are surrounded by different kinds of toxins daily. Toxins can invade our body from almost everywhere, whether if it’s from air or water. Some superfoods are wonderful at detoxicating and at the same time boosting the immune system. Avocado, cabbage, and lemon are fantastic for detoxification. Avocado glutathione helps remove the body toxins and provide good liver health. Cabbage is very good for breaking down chemicals in the body such as medications. Because lemon has a high content of liver-supporting pectin and betaine it is the most excellent food for …show more content…
Boosted metabolism doesn’t only help people that want to lose weight but anyone can benefit from it. Beth Warren, MS, RDN, CDN, Funder & CEO of Beth Warren Nutrition states that “A well-boosted metabolism helps ensure your body is functioning properly and has less risk of other diseases like diabetes, which is a sign of a metabolic disorder, or your metabolism not functioning properly.” Thermogenesis is intaking foods that can boost the metabolism. Thermogenesis from eating throughout the day burns about 10% of our daily calorie intake, which is about 180 calories for a diet of 1800 calories/day according to Kristen Trukova, a Clinical Oncology Dietitian. Foods that can help boost the metabolism are green tea, spinach, and water. Drinking more fluid can help the body break down things easier, in fact dehydration can slow metabolism
Our bodies are surrounded by different kinds of toxins daily. Toxins can invade our body from almost everywhere, whether if it’s from air or water. Some superfoods are wonderful at detoxicating and at the same time boosting the immune system. Avocado, cabbage, and lemon are fantastic for detoxification. Avocado glutathione helps remove the body toxins and provide good liver health. Cabbage is very good for breaking down chemicals in the body such as medications. Because lemon has a high content of liver-supporting pectin and betaine it is the most excellent food for …show more content…
Boosted metabolism doesn’t only help people that want to lose weight but anyone can benefit from it. Beth Warren, MS, RDN, CDN, Funder & CEO of Beth Warren Nutrition states that “A well-boosted metabolism helps ensure your body is functioning properly and has less risk of other diseases like diabetes, which is a sign of a metabolic disorder, or your metabolism not functioning properly.” Thermogenesis is intaking foods that can boost the metabolism. Thermogenesis from eating throughout the day burns about 10% of our daily calorie intake, which is about 180 calories for a diet of 1800 calories/day according to Kristen Trukova, a Clinical Oncology Dietitian. Foods that can help boost the metabolism are green tea, spinach, and water. Drinking more fluid can help the body break down things easier, in fact dehydration can slow metabolism