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Fish — Healthiest Meat

Fish contains white meat which is considered to be one of the healthiest foods of all time. Unlike mutton or beef, fish is rich in proteins and essential minerals. The good thing about fish is that it contains no cholesterol. Anyone can enjoy this white meat without worrying about cholesterol, triglycerides, or low density lipoproteins. Fish is considered safe and healthy for unhealthy people too. This is because fish, unlike cattle, does not consume any kind of food grown with chemical fertilizers. In water, it feeds on the food rich in minerals and, most importantly, iodine.

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Source Of Potassium — Kelp/seaweed

Kelp and seaweed are great sources of potassium. These foods also help prevent hay fever. Chinese and Japanese people consume kelp in large amounts. This is the reason why hay fever is absent in these countries. Kelp is an edible form of algae which is not only rich in potassium, but also contains other essential vitamins and minerals such as protein, iodine, vitamin B, and more. Kelp and seaweed also contain omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 has been proven to be very beneficial for people with cardiovascular disorders, especially for the post-heart attack patients.

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Kick Away Weakness — Eat Mushrooms

Mushrooms are a kind of food that are rich in minerals and proteins. They contain pure organic matter that boosts our immune system and prevents infections. Mushrooms can help prevent breast cancer, so it is very good for women to eat one serving of mushrooms daily. They are now highly-valued in medicine. Mushrooms contain vitamin B, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pentothenic, vitamin B12, vitamin D, and the minerals selenium and copper. Mushrooms that grow in open places are healthier than those growing in caves. Eat organic mushrooms for an improved immune system and to prevent breast cancer.

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Eat Coconut — Stay Strong

Eating coconut is excellent for one’s immune system, because it is a good source of carbohydrates. Coconuts are also very good for teeth. While chewing coconut, its oils help polish teeth and give them a natural shine. Coconuts have been proven to be healthy for teeth and gums. Coconut is excellent for keeping oneself young and beautiful. Coconut milk is rich in minerals and vitamins. It has a remarkable amount of calcium, potassium, and magnesium. Consuming coconut oil can protect you from numerous of heart diseases, especially infective endocarditis. Coconut oil is also a great source of Lauric acid. This helps your immune system fight bacterial and viral infections.

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Watercress — Iron Powerhouse

Watercress is an iron powerhouse and provides energy and power for the body. It is never grown with any kind of chemical fertilizer. Watercress contains a large amount of iron, even more than spinach. Another good thing about this food is that it contains antioxidants. These antioxidants prevent lung and breast cancer. Only 3 ounces of watercress a day can give your energy a boost. Iron keeps you and your muscles stronger, healthier, and more active. Iron is essential for the production of blood cells. Blood cells are produced by a process called hematopoiesis which needs iron.

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Wild Rice Contain Dietary Fibers

Wild rice is loaded with health benefits, because it has more proteins than regular rice and is richer in amino acids and lysine. Wild rice also has no gluten and its high fiber content helps to prevent constipation and lower cholesterol levels. They are rich in antioxidants which fight against damage by free radicals in the body. One cup of cooked wild rice can provide a helpful amount of vitamin B, minerals, dietary fiber, and complex carbohydrates. Vitamins contained in wild rice help the body to make red blood, while Niacin helps in cognitive functions.

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Stay Young With Wild berries

Wild berries protect against various types of cancers. They contain anthocyanin which gives the blue and red colors to the berries. Anthocyanin is a powerful antioxidant which helps to improve night vision and reduce eye strain. Eating just a few berries a week can help combat the effects of aging. Scientists believe that wild berries improve motor skills and reverse the effects which result from aging, including short-term memory loss. Wild berries are the only food, among fruits and vegetables, that are found to improve motor skills. No other fruit or vegetable has yet been found to have such remarkable effects on a person’s motor skills.

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Nuts Lower Your Heart Attack Risk

Nuts, particularly walnuts, pine nuts, pecans, and filberts, are highly nutritious. This is because these nuts grow in soil rich in organic matter. This soil enriches nuts with proteins and essential minerals. These days, nuts are grown with heavy doses of chemical fertilizers. To get the health benefits of nuts, find a certified organic nut supplier. This way, you will get the proteins, vitamins, and nutrients found in nuts without the extra dose of chemicals or pesticides. Nuts are also known to contain omega-3 fatty acids, protecting against heart attacks by lowering cholesterol levels, typically, low density lipoproteins. They also contain phyto-chemical substances that are good antioxidants.

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Honey — Live Disease Free

Honey is one of the best foods on earth. It is also known as a natural powerhouse because it contains more than 600 compounds, including flavonoids: antioxidants which help reduce the risk of common cancers and some heart diseases. Researchers have proven that honey is helpful in the treatment of ulcers and other gastrointestinal disorders; it fights harmful intestinal bacteria. Honey has an antibacterial property. This is because bees add an enzyme to the honey that makes hydrogen peroxide. It also has the tendency to boost your stamina. In ancient Olympic Games, players would eat honey to enhance their performance. Even though honey is very sweet, it is not the same as white sugar. It can help replace artificial sweeteners without any side-effects.

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Maple Syrup — Best Sugar Replacement

Maple syrup is an easily-available syrup with various health benefits. It is a good replacement for sugar or artificial sweeteners. The good thing about the syrup is that it has very few calories. This syrup is known to cause a remarkable increase in high density lipoproteins (HDL) if used regularly. HDL is a good form of cholesterol. Maple syrup is found to be helpful in patients with atherosclerosis (joint pain). It supports your immune system by increasing zinc levels in the body. Zinc plays an important role in the body’s immune system. It also has anti-inflammatory effect on the human body, also improving reproductive symptoms.