NUTRITION TIP
One of my favorite parts of nutrition school was learning what each food can do for our health. There are so many benefits! Hence why variety is great because with variety also comes many nutrients, vitamins and minerals your body needs.
Today, I wanted to share these interesting food facts with you. My hope is that you will read something that inspires you to try a new food or incorporate some more of these foods into your week.
1️⃣ Honey:
Honey has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and antioxidant properties and can also be used as a moisturizer!
2️⃣ Fish:
Will make you smarter! People who consume fish have less cognitive decline later in life. Also, babies that are born to women who eat fish three times a week show more advanced brain development.
3️⃣ Hard boiled eggs:
These powerhouse snacks will give you 6g of protein, choline and lutein for eye health. All of this for a low 70 calories per egg.
4️⃣ Broccoli:
Broccoli has an enzyme that is released, only while chewing it, that helps fight cancer. Broccoli is also high in vitamin A and C as well as fiber.
5️⃣ Tomato and olive oil salad:
This combination will give you a heart healthy boost. Tomatoes have lycopene which has antioxidant properties to help fight cell damaging free radicals.
6️⃣ Bananas:
The potassium in bananas helps combat blood pressure. Bananas are also loaded with fiber and help aid digestion.
7️⃣ Avocados:
Avocados are a fruit! They have the highest protein content of all fruit. Avocados are a great source of potassium, fiber and antioxidants. Avocados are also a great source of healthy fats, which we should have a serving of each day.
➡️ Which of these health changing foods are you going to try this week?
