You should read this book because in this book you will find superfoods that are very beneficial for your health and they will keep your body lean and clean.
Taking in all these superfoods via smoothies on a daily basis is going to benefit you because you are going to keep your body disease free and best of all drinking these smoothies on a daily basis is keeping the doctor far far away!
These are the 18 secret superfoods and what they can do for your body and mind.
1. Avocado
Promotes the health of your heart
Avocado has wide ranging anti-inflammatory benefits
Avocado supports cardiovascular health
Avocado promotes blood sugar regulation
Avocado has anti-cancer benefits
Avocados contains 18 amino acids that are required to form complete protein that is used more efficiently by your body than proteins that are found in meat foods
Avocados contain more natural fiber than any other fruit, and this high fiber content aids in digestion and total body absorption of nutrients
Healthy fats found in avocados do raise the “good” cholesterol while lowering the “bad” cholesterol and the triglycerides by 20%.
Avocados contain 35% more potassium than do bananas
Potassium is important because it regulates your blood pressure
Avocados do provide the lutein that is necessary to protect you from age related eye degeneration problems
The anti-inflammatory properties of avocado fruits do prevent and do treat rheumatoid arthritis
Sufficient amounts of oleic acid also do improve your cardiovascular system and do protect you against prostate and breast cancer
Glutathione that is contained in avocados boosts your immune system and does keep your nervous system healthy and fit
Avocado health benefits are also considered one of the nature’s most effective moisturizers for the skin
Avocado has shown to increase collagen production of the skin as well as reduce the size and appearance of wrinkles
Avocado Beauty Tips:
Mix the pulp of an avocado and apply it as a masque directly to your face and body skin
If you suffer from sunburn, eczema, dry spots or psoriasis, the healthy fat in avocado protects, repairs and moisturizes your skin
The pulp closest to the avocado skin has the highest concentration of nutrients
Make sure to use this pulp and scrape it off the skin
Apply this pulp directly to the skin for a soft and a supple result
2. Blueberries
These are the benefits of blueberries:
Whole body antioxidant support
Cardiovascular benefits
Cognitive benefits
Blood sugar benefits
Eye health
Anti-cancer benefits
3. Coconut
These are the benefits of coconut:
Helps prevent obesity
Improves heart health
High in dietary fiber
Low glycemic index
Reduces sweet cravings
Improves digestion
Quick energy boost
In addition, coconut contains no trans fats, is gluten free, non toxic, hypoallergenic
It also contains antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-parasitic healing properties
Coconut helps your overall immune system functions
4. Ginger
These are the benefits of ginger:
Gastrointestinal relief
Safe and effective relief of nausea
Anti-inflammatory effects
Protection against colorectal cancer
Ginger induces cell death in ovarian cancer cells
Immune boosting action
5. Kale
These are the benefits of kale:
Antioxidant related health benefits
Anti-inflammatory health benefits
Glucosinolates and cancer preventive benefits
Glucosinolates in kale and their detox activating isothiocyanates
Cardiovascular support
Other health related benefits
6. Raspberries
These are the benefits of raspberries:
Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits
Obesity and blood sugar benefits
Anti-cancer benefits
7. Papaya
These are the benefits of papaya:
Protection against heart disease
Anti-inflammatory effects
Promotes digestive health
Immune support
Protection against rheumatoid arthritis
Papaya and green tea in combination prevents prostate cancer
8. Broccoli
These are the benefits of broccoli:
The cancer-inflammation-oxidative stress-detox connection
Anti-Inflammatory benefits
antioxidant benefits
broccoli can enhance detoxification
broccoli and cancer prevention
broccoli and digestive support
broccoli and cardiovascular support
9. Apricot
These are the benefits of apricot:
Apricots do protect your eyesight
Apricots do contain nutrients (vitamin A for good vision and it is also a powerful antioxidant, Vitamin A quenches the free radical damage to cells and tissues)
10. Banana
These are the benefits of bananas:
Cardiovascular protection from potassium and fiber
soothing protection from ulcers
improving elimination
protect your eyesight
build better bones with bananas
Bananas do promote kidney health through regular and moderate intake
11. Pecan Nuts
These are the benefits of pecan nuts:
One of the most significant facts of pecan nutrition is that pecans are the best antioxidants
Pecan nuts help preventing coronary heart diseases
Pecan nuts contain vitamin E which is a natural antioxidant that protects blood lipids from getting oxidized
Pecans have cholesterol lowering properties
The plant sterols in pecans have cholesterol lowering characteristics
Pecan nuts do help in weight loss
Pecans help in increasing the metabolic rate of the body and they do improve satiety
Pecans do contain 19 plus vitamins and minerals
Vitamins from the B group, vitamin A, vitamin E, calcium, potassium, folic acid, phosphorus, zinc, magnesium just to name a few
Pecans are rich source of proteins and contain less carbohydrates and zero cholesterol
Pecans are best suited for a sodium restricted diet and for heart patients as well as for people with high blood pressure because they are sodium free
12. Walnuts
Walnuts have cardiovascular benefits
Walnuts help reduce problems in metabolic syndrome
Walnuts are beneficial in treatment of type 2 diabetes
Walnuts have anti-cancer benefits
Walnuts have anti-inflammatory nutrients which is perfect for the support of your bone health
A large amount of walnuts decreases your blood levels of N-telopeptides of type 1 collagen
Walnuts are a desirable food for support of weight loss and for prevention of obesity
Walnuts are unique in their collection of anti-inflammatory nutrients
These nutrients include omega 3 fatty acids
Walnuts also promote anti-cancer benefits
13. Carrots
Carrots have a rich supply of antioxidant nutrients called beta carotene
These delicious orange vegetables are the source not only of beta carotene, but also of a wide variety of antioxidants plus other health supporting nutrients.
Other benefits of carrots:
Antioxidant benefits
Cardiovascular benefits
Vision health
14. Lemon
Lemons are very alkalizing for the body and they do help to restore the balance of the pH
Lemons are rich in flavonoids and vitamin C
Vitamin C works against infections like colds and the flu
Lemons are a wonderful stimulation to your liver
Lemon is a dissolvent of uric acid and other poisons
It is a is a great liver detoxifier
It cleanses your bowels
Lemons increase peristalsis in the bowels
The citric acid in lemon juice helps to dissolve calcium deposits, gallstones and kidney stones
Vitamin C in lemons helps the body to neutralize free radicals that are linked to most types of diseases and aging
Lemon peel contains phytonutrient tangeretin
Phytonutrient Tangeretin has been proven to be effective for brain disorders (Parkinson disease for example)
Lemons destroy intestinal worms
In a condition of insufficient oxygen and breathing problems (mountain climbing, etc.) lemons are very helpful
Some other helpful facts about lemons:
Scurvy is treated by giving 1-2 ounces of lemon juice with water every 2 to 4 hours
Tip:
Mix the juice of one lemon or lime to warm water and drink this mixture first thing in the morning to start your day
15. Peanuts
These are the benefits of peanuts:
Peanuts are a rich source of antioxidants
Heart health benefits
Potentially reduced risk of strokes
Helps prevent gallstones
Protects against Alzheimer and other age related cognitive decline health problems
Lowers risk of weight gain
16. Cinnamon
Anti-clotting actions
Anti-microbial activity
Blood sugar control
Cinnamon's scent boosts the brain function
Calcium and fiber improve colon health and protect against heart disease
Cinnamon is a traditional warming remedy
17. Pineapple
Potential Anti-inflammatory and digestive benefits
Antioxidant protection and immune support
Protection against macular degeneration