Nutrition

You are what you eat is an adage that holds more truth than you may realize. Unfortunately, I see many people today who focus their diet around processed foods that are high in sugar, sodium and fat. Diets like this can increase your risk of developing diabetes, heart disease, obesity and more. I protect my own body and health against such illnesses by eating lots of fresh vegetables and some lean meats, and by adding the following “superfoods” to my diet.

#1) Blueberries

Don’t let its small size fool you into thinking its a food with little nutritional value. The blueberry’s deep purple-blue hue signifies the presence of powerful antioxidants known as flavanoids. Once consumed, these flavanoids work to neutralize cell-damaging free radicals that roam our bodies, attacking otherwise healthy cells. I pop a handful of blueberries whenever I am in the mood for dessert. continue reading »