The A to Z of Healthy Foods
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Do you know what foods are good for you and why? Take a look at our infographic on the alphabet of healthy foods and see how you could benefit from adding these into your diet.
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The A to Z of Healthy Foods
- 1. Blueberries Asparagus The Alphabet of Healthy Foods Aa Jalapeños Nectarines Milk Raisins Quinoa (Balsamic) Vinegar Ugli fruit Rr Vv Zucchini Uu Yoghurt (Watermelon) Xigua Nn Qq Tt Ww Jj Mm Pp Tofu Salmon Ss Ff Ii Ll Pomegranate Olive Oil Kk Walnuts Ee Hh Lentils Kiwi Gg Oo Flaxseeds Edamame Dd Honey Grapefruit Cc Iceberg Cranberries Dates An A to Z of what’s healthy and why. Bb Xx Yy Zz Health key: Vitamin A Helps strengthen your immune system, helps your vision in low light, and helps keep skin healthy. B vitamins There are eight different types of B vitamins and folic acids. Together they are important for many things, including breaking down carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Lowers bad cholesterol (LDL) Having high levels of cholesterol can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. High/low in calories The average man needs around 2500 calories a day, while the average woman needs around 2000 calories a day. Vitamin E Vitamin C Helps to protect cells, keep connective tissue healthy, and helps wounds to heal. Helps to protect cell membranes, build a strong immune system and healthy skin and eyes. Vitamin K Full of antioxidants Helps blood to clot and wounds to heal, and is also thought to help build strong bones. Great for your immune system, antioxidants help to protect cells from damage caused by free radicals. High in protein High in omega 3 Omega 3 helps to lower blood pressure and is also thought to reduce inflammation throughout the body. Protein helps to build and repair tissues in your body, and is also used to make enzymes, hormones and other chemicals in the body. High in fibre High in calcium Fibre helps to prevent heart disease, diabetes and improves digestive health. Aim to eat 18g a day. Calcium helps to build strong bones and teeth, regulates muscle contractions, and also helps blood to clot normally. Sources: NHS, WebMD, Huffington Post, BBC, Care2, Medical Daily, Medical News Today, Organic Facts, Daily Mail, The Guardian, Nutrition4you.org.uk, Nutrition and You, Health.com, Buzzle, EatingWell, BBC Good Food.