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Not only will superfoods help keep you healthy and potentially fight off diseases, but there are so many different superfoods that they can actually add a great deal of variety to your diet. During the wintertime, many of us fall into a eating rut, in which we get into the habit of eating highly-processed foods because we’re too tired to make a healthy, more natural meal. Instead of trying to come up what foods should be added to your diet in the winter, we’ve come up with out favorite winter superfoods for you!
Cranberries - This power-packed berry contains flavonoids--antioxidants that help fight bacteria that can potentially cause ear and respiratory infections. Cranberries also help improve the body's circulatory system and they are what almost every doctor recommends when a urinary tract infection flairs up. One new study also claims that cranberries might have anti-aging effects!
Prunes – Not only are these little fruits fun to eat, but they have tons of health benefits. Prunes are really dried plums, and they’re extra popular during the winter. Rich in minerals and phenols, prunes are also filled with fiber. They help with blood circulation, and some studies have shown they can actually help prevent cancer because of their high betacarotene content. Add prunes to your diet by munching on them as snacks, or adding them to a festive pie.
Apples - All apples are excellent sources of disease-fighting plant compounds, such as quercetin and other polyphenolics. They’re also rich with vitamin C, and our antioxidants. Apples are naturally low in calories, so you can eat one a day as a snack, or add them to a variety of other types of meals, such as salads or desserts. One other perk is that apples can actually help reduce your “bad” cholesterol and blood pressure.
Cinnamon - When it comes to making foods healthier, cinnamon spice may be twice as nice. Early research suggests that cinnamon may help improve both glucose and cholesterol levels in the blood. Cinnamon is also rich in antioxidants that can help your protect your body from some of the negative effects of aging. Add some of cinnamon to your oatmeal or your morning coffee to get good dose of it daily.
Cabbage - You can make a more nutritious salad by sprinkling in some red cabbage. One cup of chopped red cabbage will add about 50 milligrams of vitamin C to your salad, and will add fiber and potassium, as well. What's more, some studies have revealed that a high intake of cruciferous veggies such as cabbage may be protective against certain kinds of cancer, including bladder and breast cancer.
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