Superfoods are super-cool, and can help you become super healthy! Let’s check out our top ten super superfoods!

1. Berries!

Nature’s candy!

Berries

Packed full of nutrients and fibre, berries are a delicious snack to keep your body energized and ready for anything that lies ahead of you.

2. NUTS

We go nuts for peanuts!

Nuts

Nuts are an excellent source of unsaturated, heart-healthy fats that help to fuel your body with energy! In fact, walnuts contain a high level of an omega-3 fatty acid that’s been linked to heart health and improved moods!

3. SPINACH

Do I have something in my teeth?

Spinach

Spinach is packed full of vitamins A, C, K, and E, along with iron, fiber, calcium and potassium. It’s no wonder that spinach can help DNA produce and form healthy new cells, making it an important staple item for mothers-to-be (and us regular people alike)!

4. YOGURT

More like go-gurt!

Yogurt

Yogurt is rich in calcium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, riboflavin, vitamin B12 and protein. One cup of yogurt provides nearly half the daily recommended value of calcium, which lowers the risk of developing osteoporosis in the future.

5. CHIA SEEDS

Ch-ch-ch-chia!

Chia Seeds

A great source of fiber, protein, calcium, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, and omega-3 fatty acids, chia seeds are perfect for sprinkling onto salads, blending with smoothies, or even creating pudding with! These tiny seeds are virtually tasteless, so they can be placed anywhere on-the-go to supply your day with nutrients, fibre, and fun!

6. GOJI BERRIES

Used in Chinese herbal ailments

Goji Berries

Originating from Tibet and Inner Mongolia, goji berries contain vitamin C, are rich in plant-based antioxidants, and they taste great in trail mixes! These wonderful berries are used by Chinese herbalists to help treat vision, poor circulation, and to improve the immune system.

7. CACAO NIBS

Did someone say… Chocolate???

Cacao Nibs

Although they may taste a tad bit more bitter than its typical sweeter partner chocolate, cacao nibs are multitudes of times healthier. The cacao bean itself is roasted and, separated from its husks, and broken up into smaller pieces to become the cacao nibs that we all know and love today. Cacao nibs are a huge source of magnesium, iron, fibre, antioxidants, omega fatty acids, and minerals. Incorporate them with your daily snacks, or just munch on them throughout the day for a quick mood-booster and a sense of mind!

8. HEMP SEEDS

You mean like… Marijuana?

Hemp Seeds

Hemp seeds, despite their reputation for being associated with marijuana, contains none of the psychoactive properties that marijuana is known for, but instead, is chock-full of amino acids, magnesium, potassium, omega-3 fatty acids, omega-6 fatty acids, and protein. Hemp seeds are virtually tasteless so you can add them to smoothies, soups, salads, yogurt; The possibilities are endless.

9. AVOCADOS

What’s the deal with avocado toast anyways?

Avocados

Avocados! Nature’s buttery fruit, full of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. Avocados are extremely versatile, being a great substitution for sandwich spreads, dips, and they are great on their own. It’s no wonder they’re a hit sensation on the internet!

10. BEANS

Cool beans!

Beans

Colourful and filling, beans are an ultimate staple to an everyday diet. High in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, beans are every bit nutritious as they are filling! Beans have been found to lower the risk of cancer, diabetes, and heart diseases. Delicious is an understatement when it comes to this staple ingredient. Use it in sauces, stews, soups, salads; You name it. Go beans!