When we think
superfoods, we generally conjure up images of exotic berries, green and blue algae, weirdly-shaped mushrooms, and above all
expensive price tags. Sadly, we get so caught up in the hype surrounding these
unusual food items (not to deny their place, their health benefits are proven) that we forget some of the
simpler superfoods that lie right in front of us.
Given that
winter is fast approaching, and our
seasonal menu is in full swing (we can’t get enough of the lentil and green soups at the UR HQ), we thought we’d share some of these
everyday superfoods with you. Sounds like a contradiction in terms doesn’t it? It’s not. They may be all around us but these everyday superfoods hide a veritable plethora of nutrients and
health benefits.
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Check out these bad boys:
Asparagus
High in vitamins A, C and K, as well as folate and chlorophyll. The fibre in asparagus has a very mild laxative effect, and can benefit the gastrointestinal tract and colon when consumed regularly. This little green shoot also contains glutathione, a clever phytochemical that helps reduce the risk of cancer.
Broccoli
A member of the brassica family, broccoli is closely related to cabbage and cauliflower. It's high in vitamin C, folic acid, potassium, chlorophyll and fibre. Broccoli and the entire brassica family are also beneficial in preventing cancer.
Lentils
Containing eight of the nine essential amino acids, lentils are an excellent source of protein. These little legumes are high in vitamins A and C, folate, phosphorous, calcium, iron and fibre. They also help balance blood sugar and lower cholesterol.
And the good news is all of these little beauties are in our
winter soups. Enjoy!
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