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Superfoods

Superfoods are not only nutritious, but they may also have special health benefits. Take a look at these superfoods and see how you can incorporate more superfoods into your diet.
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Apples

Apples contain nutrients that may help to reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer. Learn more about apples. This article includes links to recipes featuring apples.

Berries

Berries are great sources of vitamins and phytochemicals. Learn more about the different types of berries. I've also got tips on how to get more berries in your diet.

Blueberries

Blueberries are rich in nutrients and phytochemicals and they available all year round. Learn more about blueberries, including some healthful blueberry recipes.

Cherries

Nutrition values and calorie information for cherries. Learn more about cherries. I've also found some healthy cherry recipes.

Cranberries and Cranberry Juice

Cranberries and cranberry juice have nutritional and health benefits. Read about cranberries and cranberry juice. I've also found some recipes that feature cranberries.

Flax Seeds

Flax seeds are rich in alpha-linolenic acid, a type of omega-3 fatty acid. They also contain fiber. Learn more about flax seeds.

Green Tea

Green tea is rich in polyphenols that may help to prevent cancer. Learn more about the health benefits of green tea.

Kale

Kale has vitamins, minerals and phytochemical antioxidants. Learn more about the health benefits of kale. I also have links to recipes that feature kale.

Oatmeal

Oatmeal may improve your heart health because it contains soluble fiber that may reduce your cholesterol levels. Learn more about oatmeal.

Oranges

Oranges are rich in vitamin C and other antioxidants. They're usually eaten at breakfast, but I've got tips and ideas for eating oranges at any meal.

Salmon

Salmon is an excellent source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. I'll tell more about the health benefits of salmon and give you some tips and ideas for eating more salmon.

Soy and Soy Foods

Soy foods are high in protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Read about the health benefits of soy. I've also got tips for adding more soy to your diet.

Spinach

Spinach contains fiber, vitamins, minerals and is low in calories. Learn more about spinach and find some recipes that feature spinach.

Strawberries

Strawberries are an excellent source of vitamin C and they contain healthful phytochemicals. Here are my tips and ideas for eating more strawberries.

Tomatoes

Tomatoes are high in vitamin C and lycopene, which is an antioxidant. Learn more about the health benefits of eating tomatoes.

Walnuts

Walnuts contain omega-3 fatty acids and may improve your heart health. Learn more about walnuts. Includes links to recipes featuring walnuts.

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