I Use These Superfoods Every Day!!!
- Jamie
- Feb 22, 2018
- 4 min read
Updated: Feb 22, 2018
These are superfoods I have tried that I use regularly! I thought I would share them with you, so if you see it at the super market, you'll know what it is and can make the educated decision on a purchase!
Diatomaceous Earth (food grade)
What is it?
diatomite, a naturally occurring, soft, siliceous sedimentary rock that is easily crumbled into a fine white to off-white powder.
What are the benefits?
natural source of silica- which promotes shiny and strong hair, skin, nails and bones (okay not the shiny part for this one). silica is a main component in collagen, which is thought to keep things (skin) taught!
Natural Pesticide- use as an organic pest control! In your home and in your body!!
It kills parasites that like to live in our bodies ( pinworms are actually more common than lice- but no one ever talks about pinworms because it has to do with our....butt.)
as well as in our home (bed bugs? sprinkle D.E., aphids in your garden? D.E.!, ants and roaches crawling all over? D.E! fleas on your pets? D.E!. rodents? D.E mixed with essential oils! ) the uses are endless!
If you google "food grade D.E. benefits" you will find TONS of articles!
Where do I get it/how much $$?
D.E. is pretty fairly priced!! 20 dollars for..... 10 POUNDS of the stuff.
its worth repeating
FOOD GRADE. MAKE SURE TO BUY FOOD GRADE D.E.
How can I include it in my diet?
instead of buying expensive collagen pills, add in a teaspoon of D.E. into your morning smoothie! can also mix with water and take like a shot!
Cacao Powder
What is it?
yes, CHOCOLATE! You know all those studies that look at the health benefits of chocolate? They're looking at THIS.
Whats the difference between cocoa and cacao?
cocoa, the beans have been ROASTED first and are very processed, while cacao is raw and not roasted and is milled at a low temperature.
What are the benefits?
Where do i get it/how much $$?
A little bit expensive, but not terrible! It tends to last you a while- I use it every morning and it last me a couple months with an 8 oz bag.
How can I include it in my diet?
I use in smoothies, chia seed puddings, homemade chocolate sauce, barbecue sauces (homemade), etc!!!
Chia Seeds
What is it?
small seeds that when they get mixed with a liquid, absorb and expand.
What are the benefits?
1 oz = 2 Tablespoons
high in antioxidants
almost all the carbs are fiber
high in protein for a plant food
omega 3 fatty acids!!!
because it is a gelatinous food, its good with "detoxing" ! It is thought that they help "grab" toxins and together they exit the body. (HungryForChange)
can be used as an egg substitute!!!
Where do I get it/How much $$?
How can I include it in my diet?
Chia seed pudding, egg substitute (in baking), smoothies, simply mix with water and drink, on top of salads, etc.
Garlic
What is it?
well, i would hope you know what garlic is... but Allium sativum (garlic) is a species of onion (make sure to chew it, or cut it up to release the sulfur compounds!)
What are the benefits?
Allicin is the main component that makes this spice GREAT for you
anti fungal, anti microbial, antiviral and antioxidant propertie
help detoxify heavy metals from the body
Where do I get it/How much $$?
pretty dang cheap- you can get like 8 bulbs (each bulbs contains around 10-20 cloves) for a dollar! Depends on where you shop.
How can I include it in my diet?
slice and sandwich between two apple slices, slice up and take with water, use in cooking!, can also buy a tablet form of garlic
Lemon
What is it?
citrus fruit!
What are the benefits?
can help detoxify the body!
"Vitamin C is needed to create a substance called glutathione, which helps the liver to function and create neutralizing anti-oxidants. - See more at: http://www.gaia.com/article/top-10-cleansing-foods-for-natural-detox#sthash.gonRSiMr.dpuf"
Where do I get it/How much $$?
supermarkets! not terrible. In produce section- can get it cheaper at farmers markets!
How can I include it in my diet?
jazz up your water with freshly squeezed lemon, salad dressings (olive oil, lemon juice and apple cider vinegar- delicious!), in your cooking, or you could even eat it like a orange if you really wanted to (I wouldn't do this too often tho bc it is very acidic to your poor mouth and teeth)
Flaxseed/Linseed
What is it?
seeds originating from the middle east, the health benefits are best had if you ground the seeds up!
What are the benefits?
Macros
42% fat, 29% carbs and 18% protein.
TONS of fiber, 95% of the carbs that make up the seed are fiber.
can make you poop! Natural laxative- so if you struggle with constipation, turn to some flax!
Contain essential amino acids! (esp. good for vegetarians and Vegans)
the fat = polyunsaturated (Omega 6 and omega 3, as well as Alpha-Linolic acid) and monounsaturated (these are good fats) with some saturated fats
Micros
B1
Copper
Molybdenum
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Where do I get it/How much $$
How can I include it in my diet?
grind up and put in smoothies, cooking, can be used in baking (flax seed egg), on top of salads, on top of oatmeal, the list goes on and on!
Parsley & Cilantro
What is it?
herbs!
What are the benefits?
amazing source of vitamin A
Folate(or b9) and Vitamin K
folate is important in cell growth (and very important for our brain) "Vitamin K activates proteins essential for blood clot formation. "
Iron and Vitamin C
Iron is used to produce hemoglobin, vitamin c is needed in that process- good thing these herbs have both!
Cilantro also binds with heavy metals that can make their way into our bodies! get those suckahs out of there with a sprinkle of cilantro!
Parsley is full of chloryphll
helps alkalize the body, purify the blood and form new red blood cells!
Where do I get it/How much $$
supermarket, farmers market, or grow your own!
How can I include it in my diet?
garnish in dishes, spices in dishes, juice with it, on top of salads, in smoothies, etc.
I do not own ANY of the above photos.
I use these ingredients almost every single day! There are tons of superfoods out there, but they can get expensive, so pick the ones you love and don't be afraid to experiment!
Whats your favorite "superfood"? Was it listed above? What are you going to add to your diet? Comment below!
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