Greetings once again, viewers!
Have you been getting the proper nutrition?
It’s easy to lose track of given all the tempting junk food out there these days.
There are some foods with more nutrients than others.
Let’s discuss them.
From potatoes, to brussels sprouts, to liver, we’re talking all that AND more…
Almonds
We’re kicking things off with a food that hits the nutrient jackpot!
Almonds split folks into three categories.
Those who eat them all the time, those who eat them some of the time,
and those who can’t touch them because their allergic.
If you happen to be the latter, this doesn’t apply to you.
But if you are allergy free and looking for an overly-nutritious snack, listen up!
Just a single ounce serving of almonds contains 3.5 grams of fiber and 6 grams of protein.
When it comes to your recommended daily value,
almonds contain approximately 37% Vitamin E, 32% manganese and 30% magnesium.
You can also thank almonds for a truck load of antioxidants.
These go to battle with oxidative stress and prevent diseases including cancer.
A 2007 study of male smokers, showed that regular consumption of almonds reduced DNA damage.
Sounds great doesn’t it?
This is only one of the many foods that are packed with great nutrients!
Cauliflower
Yes, I said it.
Cauliflower is another great source of delicious nutrients.
Just a single cup contains around 3 grams of fiber.
Have we mentioned how amazing fiber is for you yet?
Fiber helps clean your gut of unhealthy bacteria.
It can also assist in weight loss, making you feel full for a longer period of time.
Cauliflower’s delicious fiber intake can help your body fight against illness.
These include inflammatory bowel disease, diabetes, heart disease and even cancer.
Cauliflower is rich in the antioxidants glucosinolates and isothiocyanates.
Numerous studies have gone to show their effect against forms of cancer.
In terms of Vitamins, cauliflower contains
approximately 77% of your daily intake of Vitamin C.
It’s also good not to forget about its high concentration of potassium,
manganese and magnesium.
So the next time your questioning the benefits of this vegetable,
think back to those three words your mother used to say to you and EAT YOUR CAULIFLOWER.
Broccoli
Another childhood food you dreaded finding on your dinner plate, broccoli is packed with nutrients.
Just a single cup of broccoli contains 3 grams of protein.
Not to mention, 2.3 grams of fiber.
If you have recently adopted an exercise regimen, you’ll want some broccoli working in your system.
This vegetable is amazingly effective when clearing your gut of unhealthy bacteria.
Studies have linked high fiber consumption with weight loss.
In the vitamins and minerals department, broccoli has plenty of Vitamin C & K1,
as well as satisfying amounts of manganese.
It’s potassium intake is crucial for those suffering from heart disease,
as it helps to control your blood pressure.
Potatoes
You may look at cauliflower and broccoli with a frown, but who doesn’t have love for potato?
Potatoes are another one of nature’s nutrient strongholds.
While it’s startling quantity of carbohydrates may shock you at first,
you will be relieved to know that it’s high intake of potassium and vitamin C
make the veggie a force to be reckoned with in the world of disease prevention.
Just a single potato can contain around 900 mg of potassium.
That’s almost 30% of your daily intake.
If you’re all about Vitamin C, the same amount carries around 42 mg,
which is 70% of your recommended intake.
If you’re still not convinced on just how healthy potatoes are for you,
I think I know another way to sway you.
Did you know there are documented accounts of people living off of
nothing but potatoes for extended periods of time?
In 2010, a man by the name of Chris Voigt underwent
an experiment where he ate 20 potatoes for 60 days straight, and nothing but.
Their nutritious value and caloric intake made this venture possible.
When it was all said and done, Chris saw a reduction in his cholesterol,
glucose and triglyceride levels.
He had also lost weight.
We’re not saying you need to throw away all of your food and replace them with potatoes,
but if you’re searching for a healthy alternative to what you’ve been eating,
this is one of many ways to go.
Liver
All of a sudden, a couple of our earlier entries don’t seem so bad, do they?
Relax, liver is a common food for people to eat.
And to be honest, you should try it too.
Liver is said to be the most nutrient-dense organ around.
It contains a high amount of iron, selenium, zinc, phosphorus and protein.
Believe me when I say that it’s Vitamin content is out of this world.
In terms of daily value, a 3.5oz serving of beef liver holds 624%
Vitamin A, 714% Copper and-- Are you sitting down? 1,176% Vitamin B12!
You’d think that amount would make you explode.
When eating liver, these nutrients help your brain function,
carry oxygen throughout your body and allow organs like the heart and kidneys to thrive.
Salmon
This fish is no joke when it comes to great nutrients.
We know, salmon has probably never been on the top of your dinner list.
For a lot of people, just the taste is enough to have them running for the hills.
But listen to this...
You’ve heard about omega-3 fatty acids, right?
These are acids found in fish that contain many great health benefits for your brain.
When it comes to omega-3, there is no greater source than salmon.
A 100 gram portion alone carries about 2.8 grams.
On top of omega-3, salmon also serves as a goldmine for other useful nutrients.
If you were to eat a 4oz boneless salmon, you’d be receiving 24 g of protein and 41 mg of calcium.
Not to mention 480 mg of potassium which makes up about 14% of your daily value.
Eating salmon on the regular can improve your health by a mile.
Studies have shown that salmon’s nutrients play a crucial role in preventing depression,
dementia, cardiovascular disease and heart attacks.
So quit with all the hesitation and eat some salmon.
It’s clearly another amazing food with lots of nutrients.
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Now back to our list of the Most Nutrient Dense Foods…
Brussels Sprouts
We’re just going to keep rolling out the fun foods.
In all seriousness, brussels sprouts are another
nutrient-dense veggie you’ll want as a side at your next family dinner.
Especially if you’re into Vitamin K.
Half a cup contains around 140% of your daily value.
Vitamin K works to improve your bone health and assist in blood clotting.
They are also high in fiber, which will properly clean your gut.
On the antioxidant side, it’s also hard to ignore brussels sprout’s contributions.
A study once showed that a daily intake of 2 cups can reduce oxidative stress damage by 28%.
Brussels sprouts secret weapon is an antioxidant known as kaempferol.
If you consume enough over time, research has indicated that it can reduce the growth of cancer.
Blueberries
We figured you needed a break from all the gross foods we’ve been hurdling your way.
Here’s an easy one.
Blueberries are rammed with plenty of antioxidants.
In fact, experts believe that they hold a higher amount than any other fruit or vegetable.
Their concentration of a flavonoid known as anthocyanins improve your brain function.
Blueberries also work to reduce DNA damage and protect you from free radicals.
In a 2007 study, subjects drank a liter of blueberry and apple juice mixed together.
This went on once a day for four weeks.
When it was done, the amount of free radicals in their body has gone down by 20%.
But let’s not focus solely on their antioxidants.
Blueberries also contain several other nutrients to look forward to.
These include potassium, calcium, vitamin C, vitamin K, manganese and fiber.
Not to mention just a single cup contains as much as 83 calories.
Egg Yolks
It must be great to hear that one of your breakfast favorites has made the list.
Unless of course you just happen to enjoy your toast with a side of liver.
Of course we are only talking about the egg yolks.
That’s where a majority of the nutrients are held.
If you subtract the egg white and simply eat the yolk,
you are in for a nutritious surprise with plenty of health benefits.
While they are loaded with cholesterol,
one large egg yolk delivers around 182% of your daily value of Vitamin D.
On top of that, the yolk of an egg also carries lots of protein and healthy fats.
Studies even indicate that egg yolks can often reduce your food intake,
making you feel full for a longer amount of time and keeping you from eating more calories.
Are you concerned that you’re not getting the proper nutrition?
Would you consider eating more of these foods?
Let us know in the comments below.
We’d love to hear from you.