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In recent years - science has shown specifically what these "superfoods" can do. They're foods you've seen and eaten before, and you can find them easily in your local grocery store.
Ginger has long been used as an antidote for nausea or other stomach ailments...but did you know - it's great for treating arthritis? At the University of Maryland, scientists asked a group of people with arthritis to drink ginger extract. Those who did had less pain, and needed fewer anti-inflammatories and painkillers.
What about beans? Studies show - they cut your risk for heart disease. They're high in potassium, folate, iron and protein... all of which help lower levels of an amino acid linked to heart disease. Also, they're packed with a fiber that stabilizes blood sugar - great for diabetics.
Garlic, it's strong smelling but tasty...and it has a wide range of medicinal benefits! Not only does garlic prevent hardened arteries, it reduces your risk of heart attack and stroke. According to the National Academy of Sciences, garlic also acts as an anti-inflammatory. Oh, and that strong smell? It's called Allicin... an anti-bacterial and anti-viral agent.
We all know the benefits of seafood...especially fish. it's low in calories, and high in omega 3's... Omega 3's ward off heart disease, prevent blood clots, lower blood pressure and even help lower cholesterol. They also help ease symptoms associated with rheumatoid arthritis .
Honey...it's sweet, sticky and delicious! Did you know, it's been used for its healing properties for centuries? Research shows honey has anti-bacterial and anti-viral effects, and scientists are studying its role in digestive health as well as wound healing.
Just some of the nutritional and medicinal benefits discovered... in foods you eat everyday.
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