While most fruits and vegetables benefit our health, some superpowered fruits and veggies stand out in the crowded grocery aisle. These fruits and vegetables are widely known as staples of any healthy diet for a reason; they provide you with the best chance to get all of the daily vitamins and nutrients your body needs.
The Most Superpowered Fruits And Veggies
Below is a list of the best fruits and vegetables to incorporate into your diet.
Strawberries: While strawberries have a high sugar content and a larger portion size than some other fruits, it’s one of the best fruits to eat if you have type 2 diabetes or are on a low-carb diet. Strawberries are a great source of the antioxidant anthocyanin, which reduces inflammation, oxidative stress, and insulin resistance, all risk factors associated with type 2 diabetes.
Blueberries: This little berry is low in calories, and much like strawberries, they’re packed with anthocyanins, an antioxidant that fights cell damage and reduces inflammation. Some studies suggest that these berries can also bolster brain function; eating them might help keep your memory sharp.
Cherries: One cup of cherries has just 87 calories while also packing 306 mg of potassium. Studies suggest that potassium can lower blood pressure. In fact, about 98% of Americans don’t get enough potassium in their diet, whether their blood pressure is high or not. The daily recommendation for potassium is 4,700mg, and eating cherries is a great way to achieve both your fruit and potassium intake.
Raspberries: This berry is rich in brain-boosting anthocyanins. Raspberries also contain fiber, a nutrient that aids digestion and has been shown to lower cholesterol levels, protect against diabetes, and reduce the risk of certain cancers.
Peaches And Nectarines: Both peaches and nectarines provide more than 10 percent of your daily vitamin C and 285 mg of potassium per serving. Peach skin, in particular, is rich in antioxidants that may have cancer-fighting properties.
Watermelon: This melon is mostly water. It’s 91% water in fact. Therefore it’s extremely hydrating. It also contains vitamins A, B, C, and also potassium. One serving is only 46 calories per cup. This fruit is also one of the few sources of the antioxidant lycopene, which studies suggest may protect against certain cancers and heart disease.
Carrots: This root vegetable is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, which are crucial for vision and organ health.
Bell Peppers: This vegetable is rich in vitamin C and also has plenty of beta carotene, folate, and fiber.
Corn: In addition to fiber, corn contains disease-fighting phytochemicals. Corn also contains the minerals magnesium and potassium. A medium ear has fewer than 100 calories. Just be careful not to drown your corn butter or salt.
Eggplant: The rich purple color of eggplant comes from the anthocyanins present in this hearty vegetable. Eggplants also supply high levels of potassium.
Tomatoes: A small tomato just has 16 calories. Whether tomatoes are red or yellow, they pack a decent amount of vitamin C. Only the red variety contains the antioxidant lycopene, though, which can boost your iron content.
Zucchini: This vegetable is low in calories and high in potassium and manganese. Zucchini (and other summer squash) also supplies vitamin C and energy-boosting B vitamins.
Garlic: This flavorful vegetable contains the compound allicin, which supports the integrity of your blood vessels and might also blood sugar levels.
Regardless of which superpowered fruit or vegetable you decide to try out, just make sure that you are getting your daily intake of fruits and vegetables as often as you can.
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