Winter Superfoods
Beans: High in fiber and proein: also a good source of magnesium and potassium (non-gmo soybeans)
Pomegranates: High in flavonoids and tannins, and a good source of folate, potassium and vitamin K. Helps improve memory.
Parsnips: High in fiber, vitamin C, folate and manganese
Winter Squash: High in fiber and a great source of vitamin A and carotenoids (acorn squash)
Pumpkin: High in fiber and vitamin A
Cranberries: Contain resveratrol and proanthocyanidin
Sweet Potatoes: Great source of vitamins A and C, fiber and potassium
Superfood Nutrients and what they do for you:
Vitamin A: Protects against infections, as well as promotes eye and skin health
Vitamin C: Helps heal wounds and aids in iron absorption
Vitamin K: Aids in digestion and blood clotting
Folate: Helps the body make red blood cells
Potassium: Promotes heart health
Carotenoids: Help decrease the risk of disease
Magnesium: Vital to muscle and nerve function, blood glucose control and blood pressure regulation
Manganese: Helps metabolize protein and provide the body with energy
Flavonoids and Tannins: Protect body cells from damage by free radicals and reduce inflammation
Resveratrol: Beneficial to heart health and good blood pressure
Proanthocyanidin: Protects against urinary tract infections
[Source: Loma Linda University Health “a Healthy Tomorrow” Mar/April 2017]
