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A Guide to Super Foods

The following "super foods" maximize life span and provide enormous amounts of essential nutrients with little or no fat.

Organically grown grasses

Organically grown grasses, such as alfalfa, barley and wheatgrass, are a treasure trove of vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, chlorophyll, fiber, omega-3 essential fatty acids and protein. Their powerful antioxidant properties help prevent the dangerous build-up of hydrogen peroxide in fat tissues and the brain.

Berries and pomegranates

Varying dramatically in flavour and colour, berries (e.g, raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, huckleberries, strawberries, acai berries and cranberries) are packed with fiber, vitamin C, manganese and bioflavonoids. Both berries and their distant relative, pomegranates, are high in the anti-cancer compound ellagic acid.

Bee pollen from pristine areas

Bee pollen has nearly all of the nutrients required by humans. Especially high in easily assimilated amino acids and vitamin B12, it improves endurance, promotes recovery from chronic illnesses and helps to prevent some diseases.

Broccoli and Kale

The nutrient-rich members of the cabbage family (i.e. broccoli, kale, cauliflower and brussels sprouts) contain a substance called genistein, which has been shown to inhibit the spread of cancer tumors.

Carrots

Besides containing the antioxidant beta-carotene, carrots and its colourful cousins (beets, turnip, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, yams, pumpkin and squash) are also full of fiber, which is essential for a healthy digestive tract.

Sea vegetables

Ocean-grown algae or vegetables, such as chlorella, spirulina and Nova Scotia dulse, increase serum albumin, the main carrier molecule of nutrients to your 100 trillion cells. High albumin levels are necessary for a long and healthy life.

Soybeans

Soybeans are an excellent source of protein and essential fatty acids, especially the rare omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid. Plus, they are full of isoflavones, a substance believed to have anti-carcinogenic properties.

Asparagus, avocado and broccoli

Dark green vegetables, such as asparagus, avocado and broccoli, contain glutathione, an important antioxidant. Low levels of glutathione are associated with viral infections and early death, while optimal levels control insulin, halt inflammatory processes, detoxify alcohol, eliminate carcinogens and keep cholesterol from oxidizing.

Flax

Flax is high in omega-3 fatty acids, which, in addition to fighting cancer, also controls high blood pressure, eases digestion, relieves constipation and increases energy. Do not fry or saute with flax seed oil, as heat damages its nutritional properties. Lignan compounds in flax seed help prevent reproductive system cancers. Add freshly ground organic flax seed to cereal, salads, yogurt or smoothies to reap its full benefits.

Sprouts

Easy-to-make sprouts release vital nutrients from seeds, beans and grains. Try sprouting soybeans, lentils, clover, alfalfa, sunflower seeds, buckwheat or other seeds and beans. Expose them to the sun after germination; with sun exposure, sprouts turn green, producing chlorophyll.