As women, we tend to juggle a lot during the week, saving the world a little at a time, every day. As superhumans, it’s important for women to make sure we fuel our bodies and minds with healthy, nutrient-dense foods. Since incorporating new foods into our daily lifestyle can be a challenge in itself, here are 6 simple foods that you can easily incorporate into your week’s meals. For breakfast, lunch or dinner, these products can be eaten on their own, as a side dish to the main course or used as spices to give your favorite dish an extra flavor.
Beetroot
The wide availability of beets in the average grocery store and the wonderful health benefits make this vegetable a perfect addition to any meal, smoothie or daily juicing. High in fiber and low in calories, beets will keep you feeling fuller for longer and are a powerful tool for weight loss and control. The high level of betanin in beets is also known to slow the growth rate of breast cancer cells.
Turmeric
Although turmeric is not a household name and does not rank high on the list of spice priorities, it has been considered a panacea for centuries. Its benefits for women’s health seem endless, as it can fight cancer, depression, inflammation, Alzheimer’s, brain and heart disease, and more.
Calais
One of the biggest superfood superstars on the health food scene, kale certainly lives up to the hype. Packed with more nutrients than most leafy greens, kale boasts carotenoids, flavonoids, calcium, vitamin K, beta-carotene, vitamin C and more. Researchers have also found that cabbage may have preventive properties in cases of cancer, high blood pressure and asthma. Kale may also be beneficial for women who need or want healthy control over their production of the hormone estrogen.
Blueberries
Packed with antioxidants and low in calories, blueberries are one of the healthiest snacks you can have guilt-free. Nutritionists claim that blueberries may have anti-aging benefits as well as protect the body from muscle damage during exercise.
Swan
You know you have a winning side dish when it tastes great and is actually good for you. No stranger to the superfood ranks, quinoa is one of the best additions to any meal, packed with fiber, protein, vitamin E, potassium, iron, magnesium, antioxidants, calcium, phosphorus, and more. It seems that this ancient supergrain was known as “Inca gold” for a reason.
Poppy root
Maca root may be one of the most unknown foods on this list, but it may be one of the most powerful. Discovered and first used in ancient Peru, this plant is beneficial in many ways, including energy production, stress reduction, increased stamina, and overall immune system enhancement. Due to its high density of essential vitamins and nutrients, studies have shown that maca can ease menstrual symptoms and menopause. In addition, the plant is said to effectively reduce skin sensitivity and clear skin blemishes. It can be used in the form of powder or capsules. The powder can be added to smoothies, baked goods or sprinkled on top of salads or soups.
