Transcript Super Foods - CCVI

Raw Almonds
Some of the healthiest most “nutrient
dense” energy packed fitness superfood
available
More dietary fiber and calcium then any
other nut
Monounsaturated fat, good source of
vitamin E and manganese
Research supports almonds ability to
lower cholesterol
FDA states 1.5 ounces a day may reduce
the risk of heat disease
SUPERFOOD: AVOCADO
A nutrient-dense food
high in fiber, top the charts
among all fruits for potassium,
vitamin E, and magnesium
High in monounsaturated fat
Contains oleic acid, which may
help lower cholesterol
145 calories it contains
approximately 2 grams of
protein, 6 grams of fiber, and
13 grams of fat, most of which
(8.5 grams) is
monounsaturated fat
Broccoli
Broccoli’s nutritional benefits make it an important
part of any healthy eating plan
Broccoli contains:
-high levels of vitamin C, vitamin A, beta carotene, B vitamins
(especially B3 and B5)
-folic acid, phosphorus, potassium, iron, calcium, magnesium, zinc and
fiber.
-carotenoids - antioxidants that are thought to help with weight loss.
• Broccoli boosts the immune system and has been said to aid
in the recovery from certain diseases/disorders
→(contains antioxidants and other substances which have been
shown be disease fighters)
• Broccoli is rich in folate which helps women to sustain normal
tissue growth.
Super Foods: Cinammon
- regulates blood sugar
- inhibits cancer cells
- anti-inflammatory substance
Super food—Pumpkin seeds
Contains phytosterols
– A naturally occurring compound
– Cholesterol-lowering properties
– Potential role in prostate health
Each 1/4 cup serving provides a healthy dose of
omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and is a good
source of minerals, including phosphorus,
magnesium, zinc and iron
High in fibre
Dietary uses:
– available year-round
– Freshest in the fall when pumpkins are in season
– But watch your portion size; one cup packs 750
calories.
Asparagus
High in folic acid, potassium, fiber,
thiamin and vitamins A, B6 and C
60% folic acid
– Folic acid/folate is essential for cardiovascular
system
– Also helps regulate amino acid
Provides some amino acids and insulin
Per 100g
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20kcal
4g carbohydrate
0.12g fat
2.2g protein
Super Food: Carrots
Carrots are an excellent source of antioxidant compounds, and the richest vegetable
source of the
pro-vitamin A carotenes. Carrots' antioxidant compounds help protect against
cardiovascular disease and cancer and also promote good vision.
Carrots contain a very large amount of vitamin A and they also contain falcarinol, which may prevent
cancer.
The carrot gets its characteristic orange colour from B- carotene, which on consumption by humans is
metabolized into vitamin A.
Carrot is one of the most healing foods that provides the finest and highest quality in nutrients,
especially from its juice. It is an excellent source of pro-vitamin A, vitamins C, D, E, K, B1 and B6.
It is rich with biotin, potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, organic sodium and some trace
minerals.
Superfood- Garlic
• lowers blood pressure and decreases LDL cholesterol from
damaging blood vessels which helps to prevent heart disease
• contains selenium which helps prevent cancer and toxicity from
heavy metals
• ajoene may show some promise in treatment of skin cancer
• garlic oil may help diabetics from developing major side effects
such as kidney disease and nervous system and eye damage
• contains compounds that will reduce inflammation for example,
in arthritis
• contains allicin which is a powerful antibacterial and antiviral
• used for its medicinal properties for centuries treating
arthritis, cataracts, weakened immune systems, cancer, stroke,
migraines, viruses and aging
Garlic
Is a “super food”
Has culinary and medicinal purposes
Garlic has been found to have
antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal
activity
Cont’d
Claimed to help prevent heart
disease (including atherosclerosis,
high cholesterol, and high blood
pressure) and cancer.
Garlic is also used to prevent certain
types of cancer, including stomach
and colon cancers.
…Many more medical benefits
Hot Peppers
Benefits
rich in vitamins A, C,
and K
help to prevent cell
damage, cancer,
and diseases related to
aging
Support immune
function
Spinach
Contains:
- Vitamins: A(Not as such), B1 (Thiamine), B2
(Riboflavin),
B3 (Niacin), B5 (Pantothenic Acid), B6
(Pyridoxine), Bc, C
E, K.
-Minerals: Calcium, copper, Iron (and other trace
minerals)
-Protein: 1 cup contains ~ 12% of daily protein
requirement
-Fats : 1.1 g / cup: Saturated fats and trace
amount of mono-saturated fats. 0 trans-fats
-Carbohydrates: 7.3g / cup
-Fiber: 80% Insoluble fiber (cleans digestive
tract) and 20% soluble fiber (lowers
cholesterol)
Good for: Heart , Vision (almost as much beta
carotene as carrots), Bones (Calcium & Vit. K)
Spinach
A leafy green vegetable loaded with:
Vitamin A and C
Fiber
Folic Acid
Calcium
Spinach helps control cancers such as
lung, colon and breast
It is also very good for the eyes one of the
best foods to prevent cataracts
Blueberries, açai berries, raspberries,
and cranberries
The rich, dark colors of blueberries,
Brazilian açai berries, raspberries and
cranberries come from phytochemicals that
protect against numerous types of cancer.
Most recently, researchers at the University
of Florida found that the active ingredient in
açai berries destroyed cancer cells when
tested in cell cultures.
And blueberries and muscadine grapes contain compounds that recent research
shows cause cancer cells in the liver to self-destruct. In studies particularly
important to women, cranberries have recently been discovered to be an important
weapon in the fight against deadly ovarian cancer. Studies reported at the annual
meeting of the American Chemical Society found that ovarian cancer cells that
were becoming resistant to platinum chemotherapy—the standard of care for
ovarian cancer—became six times more sensitive when exposed to a compound in
cranberries.
The anti-cancer properties of all these berries are so strong that researchers have
developing concentrated supplements and other products such as purees and
concentrates.
STRAWBERRIES
By: Manpreet Bhogal
One cup of strawberries contains over
100 mg of vitamin C, almost as much
as a cup of orange juice.
We need vitamin C for immune
system function and for strong
connective tissue.
Strawberries also add a bit of calcium,
magnesium, folate and potassium and
only 53 calories.
You can choose other berries with
similar nutrition, such as
loganberries, currants, gooseberries,
lingonberries and bilberries.
Blueberries
Blueberries contain anthocyanins which keep
your skin healthy, but blueberries are widely
available around the globe and have the greatest
amount of antioxidants of any food. Antioxidants
help fight several diseases, including cancer.
Blueberries also contain fiber and many nutrients
and help control hunger by affecting blood sugar
levels. Blueberries are also a very tasty snack for
people of all ages and contain potassium,
manganese, iron, and many more minerals!
Blueberries
Packed with antioxidants and
phytoflavinoids
The darker they are, the more
antioxidants they have
Antioxidants help guard against a range
of cancers, heart disease, asthma,
arthritis and cataracts, Alzheimer's and
age-related neurological diseases.
High in potassium and Vitamin C
Low in Calories
Lowers risk of heart disease and cancer
Anti-inflammatory