A varied diet is essential for good health. However, there are foods that have a range of characteristics that make them special, either because of the contribution of certain nutrients or because of their special benefits. Cauliflower is one of these superfoods, it is a vegetable of the cabbage family.
The part we consume is the flower, it is characterized by its distinctive taste and smell. It can be used in different ways both raw and cooked. It provides a large amount of vitamins, minerals and fiber. Cauliflower is a suitable food for weight loss diet as it is low in calories. It provides 25 calories per 100 grams of food. The percentage of water in cauliflower is more than 90%, which allows weight loss in a healthy way,
Another of them are açai berries, a fruit obtained from the Euterpe oleracea palm tree from the Amazon. These fruits are very similar to blueberries, as they are also dark purple berries on the outside and have a sweeter taste. However, they differ in that it is not consumed entirely, as part of the fruit is the seed. The plant can be found in various countries where it is traditionally taken, such as Brazil, Trinidad and Tobago, Suriname, French Guiana, Peru, Colombia, and Venezuela. Likewise, it is a very versatile fruit, as it can be consumed in various ways and serve as an ingredient for other preparations. In addition, they contain very beneficial properties for our body.
Benefits of including almonds in your diet
Almond is one of them., It is one of the most popular nuts, which apart from being rich in healthy fats, is a source of B vitamins. This superfood is known for its high consumption around the world, and although many people are unaware of it, it has many excellent health benefits.
almonds contain a lot of protein, up to 20 per 100 grams, Which is an important source of essential amino acids. In contrast, they stand for carbohydrates in small amounts, as it accounts for barely 10% of their total calories. In this sense, they are slow-absorbing hydrates, which are suitable for people with diabetes.
To this we must add the type of fat that these dried fruits contain, because they are healthy, More specifically, they have monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and very few saturated types. As far as calcium is concerned, its contribution is more than milk. In statistics, one serving of almonds contains 10% of the calcium an adult needs to consume in a day.
On the other hand, it has antioxidant power and can act as a supplement to treat allergies naturally. Lastly, its consumption is recommended to keep our vision sharp.
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