Foods with high nutrition
content and gives a lot of health benefits are considered to be “super foods.” Health
experts sorted out the best foods to eat like dark green vegetables, berries,
nuts, citrus fruits, fatty fish, legumes and whole grains. But there are six
foods that are not thought of as nutritional powerhouses but can definitely
improve your diet.
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Let’s get to know more about
the nutritional goodness of these foods and hopefully they can help us make
more informed choices that can be of great help to your budget, health and
weight.
1. Lentils and Beans
They’re
rich in potassium, zinc, protein, fiber, iron, magnesium, and complex
carbohydrates. Eating a diet rich in
legumes can help promote weight loss and has been shown to lower
"bad" cholesterol and raise "good" cholesterol. It is
recommended to eat three cups of beans or lentils a week. Toss them into stews,
soups, grain medleys, salads, or greens or create a veggie dip by pureeing
beans and adding your favorite seasoning. You can also lower the sodium content
in canned beans by approximately 40% by thoroughly rinsing them in water.
2. Watermelon
It’s
a favorite summertime fruit because it’s naturally sweet, low in calories, juicy, and chock full of vitamins C, A,
potassium, and lycopene. It should be a staple in everyone’s diet
although some people avoid it
because they think it is high in sugar. Did you know that because it is so high
in water, it helps meet fluid needs?... Read more from: Healthy Foods You're Not Eating
