The document discusses the health benefits of several superfoods: Almonds contain vitamin E, copper, magnesium, and protein and can help prevent heart disease. Broccoli contains antioxidants that can inhibit cancer growth and reduce free radicals. Avocados contain healthy fats and nutrients that protect against heart disease, cancer, and eye/brain diseases. Apples contain antioxidants that reduce cancer and heart disease risk. Red beans help regulate appetite and support brain, cell, and skin health. Salmon contains protein and omega-3s that protect against cancer, heart disease, and cognitive decline. Blueberries, spinach, and sweet potatoes contain disease-fighting antioxidants and vitamins that support overall health and reduce disease risk.

1. By: Faith Rinehart
The Power of Healthy Choices

2. Almonds
Vitamin E
Copper
Magnesium
High Quality Protein
Almonds also contain high levels of healthy unsaturated fatty acids in addition
to a lot of bioactive molecules (such as fiber, phytosterols, vitamins,
other minerals, and antioxidants) which can help prevent cardiovascular heart diseases.

3. Broccoli
Research suggests cruciferous veggies
have the ability to inhibit the growth of
some types of cancer cells and even stop
others by reducing the production of free radicals.
Fiber
Antioxidants
Vitamin C
Calcium

4. Avocado
The myriad of healthy fats and nutrients found in avocados can help
protect your body from heart disease, cancer, degenerative eye and brain diseases.
Oleic acid,
Lutein
Folate
Vitamin E
Monounsaturated fats
Glutathione

5. Apples
Apples are loaded with the powerful
antioxidants quercetin and catechin, which
protect cells from damage - that means
a reduced risk of cancer and
cardiovascular disease, especially
if you eat the skin.
Fiber
Antioxidants
Quercetin
Catechin

6. Red Beans
Beans help raise levels of the hormone leptin which curbs appetite. They
also help maintain healthy brain, cell and skin function and even helps
to reduce blood pressure and stroke risk.
B vitamins
Calcium
Potassium
Folate

7. Salmon
Salmon has many benefits including
protection from cancer,
cardiovascular problems,
macular degeneration,
depression, and cognitive decline.
Protein
Vitamin D
Selenium
B2, B3, B6 and B12
Omega-3 fatty acids

8. Blueberries
Blueberries have the power to help prevent serious diseases
like cancer, diabetes, heart disease, stomach ulcers and high blood pressure.
Disease-fighting phytochemicals
Flavonoids
Soluble fiber

9. Spinach
Loaded with fiber,
vitamins, minerals, and
phytochemicals, leafy
greens stock your body with
the artillery needed to fight
off potential killers like
heart disease and cancer.
Vitamin A, C, K
Folate
Potassium
Calcium

10. Sweet Potatoes
Chock-full of disease-preventing, cancer-fighting, and immune-boosting benefits.
Anti-inflammatory nutrients
Vitamins A and C

11. Sources
 http://www.drfranklipman.com/the-super-7-foods-with-benefits/
 http://www.myrecipes.com/healthy-diet/super-foods/health-benefits-of-
sweet-potatoes
 http://www.everydayhealth.com/photogallery/superfoods.aspx#03
 http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/269468.php