Superfoods You Should Be Eating

Staying healthy is extremely important when it comes to keeping your life insurance premiums as low as they can be. Here at The Storick Group, we believe strongly in  living and eating healthy, so here at 10 foods you should be eating to stay in tip-top shape.

1.Berries

Pick your favorite berry: strawberry, blueberry, raspberry and more. All berries are a good source of fiber, which is important for a healthy digestive system. Berries can also help to promote weight loss.

2.Eggs 

Eating eggs in the morning can help you to eat less later in the day, because they are packed full of protein. Egg yolks also contain antioxidants that can help keep your eyes healthy and protect your skin from UV damage.

3.Beans

Beans are a great way to increase your iron intake, and also contain a lot of fiber, which helps you feel fuller longer. The fiber in beans can also help with cholesterol levels.

4.Nuts

Nuts are a great snack, especially for those with heart disease. They contain a high level of omega-3 fatty acid, which has been linked to heart health. Nuts, especially walnuts, can also reduce total “bad” cholesterol levels.

5.Oranges

Oranges are an excellent source of vitamin C, and you can get an entire day’s dose with just one large orange or a cup of orange juice. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that produces the white blood cells and antibodies needed to fight off infections.

6.Sweet Potatoes

One sweet potato is packed with a ton of vitamins and minerals, vitamin A, some vitamin C, B6, potassium, manganese and lutein and zeaxanthin. Because they’re packed with so many nutrients, sweet potatoes have been called one of the most nutritious vegetables in the land.

7.Broccolli

Broccoli is full of several vitamins, C, A and K. In addition, it is a good source of folate and can even help your body thwart cancer.

8.Tea

Next time you’re thirsty, put down the soda and take a swig of tea. No matter which variety you choose, it is sure to be rich in an antioxidant called flavonoids. These antioxidants can reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s, diabetes and some cancers. Studies also show that tea drinkers have healthier teeth and gums and stronger bones.

9.Spinach

Spinach is a superfood especially important for pregnant women, because it’s so rich in vitamin B, which helps produce DNA and form new healthy cells. Spinach also has important vitamins, like A, C, E and K, as well as fiber, iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium.

10.Yogurt

Having stomach problems? Try introducing yogurt into your diet. Yogurt contains “good bacteria,” as well as calcium, potassium, zinc, riboflavin, vitamin B12 and protein.