Top 5 organic EVERYDAY superfoods
Defined simply Superfoods are Nutrient Dense foods. These are fruits, vegetables and grains that have more absorbable nutrients per serving than other foods. For example, an acai berry has ten times more antioxidants than grapes. Plus it has added omegas for brain health.
The ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) scale measures the antioxidant levels in foods. Foods higher on the ORAC scale are considered superfoods. Acai berries, for example, have the highest ORAC reading of any other food.
Listed below are the top 5 superfoods that are easy to access in an organic whole food form from most markets.
Spirulina
Easy to find in most health foods stores and some supermarkets, choose certified organic when possible. This superfood is grown in space stations for its tremendous amount of nutrients per serving. High in protein with a number of essential vitamins and minerals, it is a highly recommended nutrient for everyone's diet.
Spinach
Spinach is high in a number of vitamins and minerals. When added with a bit of vitamin C the iron content is highly absorbable. Childhood development studies show the benefits of spinach to brain function, memory and mental clarity.
Blueberries
High in vitamin K and C, blueberries are similar to Acai berries in that they are high in antioxidants specifically resveratrol which has been shown to have numerous health benefits.
Kale
The poster child for superfoods, Kale like spinach has a number of essential vitamins and minerals in highly absorbable form. Specifically high in Vitamins K, A and C it also has amazing phytonutrients that are showing to aid in the slowing cancerous cells.
Chia Seeds
High in protein, omega 3’s and amino acids; chia seeds are a great addition to all diets. Easy to add to a smoothie or soak for a chia pudding. Both filling, nutritious and an excellent source of dietary fibre.
Easy to source and add to a smoothie, choose any of these foods, certified organic when possible, and you are on your way to optimal energy-packed immune-boosting health.
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Kristin Derrin
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Kristin Derrin is a certified nutritionist, health practitioner, mum and the founder of June Superfoods, a range of certified organic kids superfood supplements that contain natural fruit and vegetable nutrients to support kids growth and development naturally. Kristin created June Superfoods after noticing a gap in the market for high-quality organic health products for kids. This prompted her to create a product with the highest quality organic ingredients; no added sugars, fillers, or anything artificial.