Everything in our body is made up of specialized cells. Are you feeding your body the best components to build a cell? The cell membrane is made up of saturated or monounsaturated fat because they are the most resistant to oxidation or damage along with cholesterol and proteins to make a strong but pliable cell wall if you will. There is a variety of cells but Omega 3 fats are a majority. If not enough of the better fats are available then the cell membrane can be made out of available trans and poly fats that are more susceptible to oxidation or damage. Leaving your cells at risk of damage. Arterial, skin, organ, muscle and ligament cells can become weakened. Each cell has a MAD scientist that will assimilate the components it needs or create to the best of the available items to make itself and allow for duplication.
That's just the cell membrane. What else is inside that we need to feed our bodies? Water, saccharides, proteins and enzymes...
What components are you making available to your body through what you eat? If you don't ingest quality ingredients you will make weakened cells and suffer the consequences at some point in your life.
FOOD IS MEDICINE. 50 superfoods below
50 superfoods
1) Almond milk Almond milk is extremely rich in Vitamin E, which is very important in regulating skin health. It contains minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, and zinc. One serving of almond milk contains a half of the recommend daily value that offers these cellular healing benefits:
Helps with the body’s bone structure
Improves eyesight
Helps with muscle growth and repair
Regulate blood levels
Keeps the blood pressure levels well maintained
2) Apples Packing in quite a bit of soluble fiber (4 grams per medium apple) for a modest amount of calories (95) makes apples a filling, sweet snack. Apples are very popular fruits and are extremely rich in essential dietary fiber, flavonoid, and antioxidants that are well-known for the many cellular healing benefits The benefits include:
Offer protection against Alzheimer diseases
Decrease the chances of getting diabetes.
Protect the body against cancer causing agents
Help with the body’s digestive system
3) Arugula Arugula is a leafy herb that is primarily used in salad. Arugula contains high levels of folic acid and antioxidants like vitamin C, vitamin K, and vitamin A. If you consume arugula regular, you’ll likely to reap these cellular healing benefits:
Antioxidants that help in cancer prevention
During the hot months, the herb help in hydration
High in vitamins and minerals that improve brain functions
Improvement of the bones
4) Avocado Inside of just one avocado, you will get a dose of vitamins A, B6, C, E and K. Sometimes referred to as, the guacamole, the avocado is a very popular fruit that has many cellular healing benefits. Some of the benefits include:
Contains phytochemicals that help in fighting cancer
Contains mono saturated fats which help in reducing cholesterol levels
Regulate and increase the blood flow
Reduce any risks of high blood pressure
5) Black pepper Black Pepper helps with proper digestion which is essential to avoid diarrhea, constipation and colic. Pepper also helps to prevent the formation of intestinal gas. Black pepper is an inexpensive frequently used spice that is easy to get. A pinch of black pepper in your meals has the following cellular healing benefits: Some benefits include:
Helps in cleansing the body through frequent and controlled urination
Helps in weight loss by breaking down fat cells
Improves digestion by increasing hydrochloric acid in the stomach
Help in gas reduction
6) Black raspberries Anthocyanins in Black raspberries may promote healthy eyesight in several ways, including by improving night vision, boosting circulation within the capillaries of the retina, reducing the risk of retinopathy in diabetic patients. There are many different ways to eat raspberries. You can eat them as they are,or simply combine them with a smoothie. They are extremely nutritious and some of their cellular healing benefits are:
Help to reduce tumor growths
Have ellagic which acts as an anti-viral and anti- bacterial
Have antioxidants that help to prevent cancer, especially of the colon and esophagus
Their phenolic content helps in fighting different kinds of diseases in the body
7) Blueberries Blueberries are sweet berries that are commonly known as brainpower boosters. Hundreds of studies reveal that these Superfoods can reduce age-related symptoms from dementia. Consuming just one cup of blueberries provides the following nutrients: Resveratrol, Gallic acid, Lutein, Zeaxanthin, Vitamin K and C, Manganese and Fiber. Besides, they:
Repairs damaged cell structures
Help with brain protection, improving learning capacity and motor skills.
Regulate the body’s blood sugar levels
8) Brazil Nuts The greatest health benefit of Brazil nuts lies in their high selenium content. Brazilian nuts are very healthy snacks with great nutritional benefits. Some of the cellular healing benefits of Brazilian nuts are:
They boost the body’s metabolism
They help to maintain better bone strength.
They have antioxidants that help to fight many diseases including cancer
They contain Vitamin E which helps with the maintenance of the membrane of the skin
9) Broccoli Broccoli provides 92 micrograms of vitamin K, well over 100% of your daily need. Broccoli is a vegetable that is well-known to carry high amounts of carotenoid and sulforaphane, which helps to flush out chemicals that cause cancer from the body. Other cellular healing benefits are:
Improves the digestive system
Helps in weight maintenance
Improvement of the health of the heart
Better functioning of the cognitive
Helps to reduce tumors
10) Brussels sprouts Brussels sprouts meet your vitamin C and vitamin K needs for the day. Brussels sprouts are low calorie and highly nutritious cellular super food that are a good source of different vitamins and minerals. Its benefits include:
Improves the cardiovascular system
Lowers cholesterol level.
Contains antioxidants that lowers the risk of cancer
Helps flush out the toxic compounds from the body
11) Buckwheat pasta Buckwheat pasta is a great Source of Manganese, Thiamin, High in Protein, high in Soluble Fiber. Buckwheat pasta is very rich in proteins and contains a nutrient called rutin, which is a flavonoid that greatly benefits the human body. Buckwheat pasta is a great substitute for the regular pasta, boasting the following cellular healing benefits:
Insoluble fibers protect against gallstones and other gall bladder issues
Very efficient in weight loss and improves the digestive system
Reduce the risk of getting breast cancer
Protects the body cells against the damaging free radicals
Prevents plaque buildup that leads to high cholesterol
Helps with stabilization of blood sugar
12) Carrots Carrots provide vitamin A and a host of other impressive health benefits including beautiful skin, and anti-aging. Carrots are commonly known for improving the eye. That aside, there are more benefits attached to this super food. Carrots are rich in many nutrients, carrying good amounts of fiber content and beta-carotene that bring about the cellular healing benefits below:
Maintain a healthy skin
Boost immune system
Fights cancer
Improve the oral health
Protects the liver
13) Cilantro Cilantro is very low in saturated fat and cholesterol. Cilantro is a great herb that contains vitamin K, folate, manganese, potassium, chlorine, and powerful antioxidants beta-carotene, lutein, zeaxanthin, and beta-crypoxanthin. These properties will help you reap some of the following cellular healing benefits:
Lowers blood sugar
Inhibits against unwanted oxidation
Help with curbing insomnia
Fights body diseases and cancer-causing agents
Improves the cardiovascular
14). Coconut oil Coconut oil is easily converted into energy for the body and people will experience a sustained energy from coconut oil. Several research studies show that coconut oil has unique healthy fats called medium-chain fatty acids-Caprylic acid, Lauric acid, and Capric acid. The oil is also rich in vitamin E and antioxidants, and anti-aging properties. You can consume the oil or rub it on the skin to increase hydration and block harmful UV rays. Some of its cellular healing benefits are:
Helps combat bacteria and other infections
It is very good in healing of some disorders of the brain.
Reduces any activities relating to seizure
Fight hunger pangs
15) Dark chocolate Dark chocolate’s cocoa polyphenols may be involved in cholesterol control. According to recent research studies, this super food can reduce heart attacks and stroke. Also, if dark chocolate is consumed moderately, it has a variety of cellular healing benefits. Some of the benefits are:
Ensures better cognitive ability
Lowers chances of getting blood clots
Reduces inflammation in the body.
Helps in reduction of high blood pressure
Boosts mood
16) Dried mulberries Mulberries contain alkaloids that activate macrophages. Macrophages are white blood cells that stimulate the immune system, putting it on high active alert against health threats Dried mulberries provide unusually high levels of vitamin C, fiber, calcium, and antioxidants. They are delicious as snack, or you can mix them with yogurt and experience the following cellular healing benefits:
Enhanced oxygen circulation
Getting rid of toxic substances from the body
Protection against stroke and cancer
Protection of the eyes from UV rays
17) Extra-virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) Virgin olive oil can be used in cooking or for salads. Extra virgin olive oil also contains polyphenols which act as antioxidants, reducing the oxidative stress throughout your body. It is very healthy and has some of the following cellular healing benefits:
Reduces chances of breast, respiratory and digestive cancers.
Helps control cholesterol levels
Reduction of heart attack chances
Maintains sugar levels in the blood
18) Fish oil It comes down to omega-3 in fish oil, again and the power of fatty acids. Omega-3 works to decrease inflammation in the body. Fish oil is taken as a pill or just as it is. It has very many cellular healing benefits. Some of these are:
It doesn’t have cholesterol
It improves the cardiovascular functions
It helps to prevent cancer
It is very good for the digestive system
It is rich in Omega 3 which is great for the brain
19) Garlic Garlic can help reduce lead toxicity in your body. This popular bulb onion is one of the most widely used spices to stop cancer. Other cellular healing benefits of garlic are:
It is a great cure for the common cold
Helps to reduce acne
Helps with hair growth
Ideal for weight control and loss
Great when it comes to healing sores and psoriasis
20) Ginger Ginger is a root that smells great, and is best known for its cure for stomach aches. Ginger is a blood thinner. It promotes regular digestion and metabolism of your food. Here are the cellular healing benefits:
Helps to control nausea
It relieves stomachaches and other abdominal discomforts, especially for women having menstrual problems.
Great in relieving different kinds of pain
Acts well as an anti-cancer agent
21) Goji berries Goji berries benefits include the ability to naturally treat diabetes, hypertension, infectious diseases, and common illnesses like the cold or a fever. Also known as, wolfberries, Goji berries are low in calories, fat-free, contain 18 amino acids, are a great source of fiber and antioxidants. Whether you eat them raw, dried, or in powdered or liquid form, you’re likely to experience the following cellular healing benefits:
Carry properties that help to reduce hunger
Boost immune systems
Contains phytonutrients that helps protect skin and eye health
Boosts the functioning of the brain and muscles
22) Grapefruit Grapefruit is an incredibly healthy food to include in your diet. That’s because it’s high in nutrients, but low in calories. In fact, it’s one of the lowest-calorie fruits. Since they have high amounts of Vitamin C, grapefruits are very good immune boosters. Besides, they help reduce the risk of hearth-related problems-heart attack and stroke. Other cellular healing benefits are:
Help prevent cancer that comes from lycopene
Carry antioxidants that help to curb breast cancer
Reduction of cholesterol levels
Help to detoxify the body
Help in prevention of some diseases like the Alzheimer’s
23) Green tea Green tea, especially the Japanese green tea is loaded with powerful nutrients and antioxidants. It is loaded with polyphenols like flavonoids and catechins, which function as powerful antioxidants. These substances can reduce the formation of free radicals in the body, protecting cells and molecules from damage. These free radicals are known to play a role in aging and all sorts of diseases. Whether you drink it warm or iced, this popular drink has tremendous benefits, which include:
Contains catechin and theaflavin that helps to suppress influenza, fight viruses and combat food poisoning
Helps to lower cholesterol levels
Regulates blood glucose
Contains caffeine which acts as a positive stimulant in every organ in the body
Helps combat Alzheimer’s disease and cancer-causing agents
24). Hemp seed Hemp seeds are a great protein source, as more than 25% of their total calories are from high-quality protein. Hemp seeds are very rich in amino acids, omega-3 and Omega -6. They are very important for brain health. Its other cellular health benefits include:
Help to stabilize the fatty acid balance
Have no phytic acid that prevents the body from mineral absorption.
Reduces bloating
Improves the immune system
25) Honey High-quality honey contains many important antioxidants. These includes phenols, enzymes and compounds like flavonoids and organic acids. Honey is one of the oldest natural remedies, well-known to sooth coughs or aching throats. It has a sweet taste, and is mainly used in sauces, dressings, cooking, coating, dips and as a facial application. Its magical cellular healing benefits include:
Antiviral properties boost the immune system and fight illnesses like the cold, flu and phlegm.
Helps in faster healing of wounds and cuts.
Helps to give a shine and glow to the facial skin.
Antibacterial and antifungal properties to fight viruses
Reduces acid reflux for effective digestion.
26) Kale Because of the incredibly low calorie content, kale is among the most nutrient dense foods in existence. Eating more kale is a great way to dramatically increase the total nutrient content of your diet. Kale is a very popular vegetable – low in calorie but high in fiber and vitamin C. The vitamin is responsible for increasing natural collagen and skin elasticity. Kale also has beneficial amounts of copper content that protects the skin from inflammation and exposure. Other cellular healing benefits of kales include:
Promote cell growth
Help with detoxification
Control bloating
Promote better vision
Contain anti-inflammatory and antioxidants that protects the body against cancer
Loaded with amazing amount of carotenoid s for improved heart health
27) Kiwi Kiwifruit have high nutritional value and are a good source of fiber, antioxidants and several vitamins and minerals. Kiwi is no ordinary fruit as it contains good amounts of Vitamin C, which acts as a powerful antioxidant that boost the immune system against harmful pathogens. Kiwi can be eaten as a snack or as a slice during breakfast. Here are cellular healing benefits:
Combats constipation and other issues relating to the intestines
Contains high potassium levels that help manage high blood pressure.
Prevents the damage of DNA
Helps with the digestive system
Flushes out toxic substances from the body
28) Lentils Lentils are among the best plant-based sources of dietary protein. Lentils are legumes that are incredibly great for combating indigestion and constipation. They are very rich in proteins and have the following cellular health healings:
Helps with weight loss because of their low- calorie level
Helps with the reduction of heart attacks
Helps with lowering the body’s cholesterol levels
29) Mango Mango is one of the most nutritious fruits in the world. It is a great source of copper and vitamins A, C, E and B-Complex. One cup of sliced mangoes supplies 25 percent of the needed daily value of vitamin A, which promotes good eyesight and prevents night blindness and dry eyes. Mangoes contain beta-carotene and flava-carotene that have the following cellular healing benefits to the body:
Aid in assimilation and digestion
Help to prevent insomnia
Prevents lung, breast, blood, oral, prostate and colon cancers.
Alkalizes the body to make it easier to flush out toxins.
30) Oatmeal Oatmeal is a gluten-free whole grain and a great source of important vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants. Oatmeal contains soluble fiber that is very good for the heart and the digestive system. By consuming the super food regularly, you eliminate the stuff that triggers the increase of cholesterol levels in the body. Eaten every day, oatmeal will provide these cellular healing benefits of oatmeal include:
Help to stabilize sugar levels in the blood
Prevents the hardening of the arteries
Reduced chances of getting high blood pressure
Has antioxidants that help prevent breast cancer and fight radicals
31) Onion Onions have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, and have been linked to reduced risk of cancer, lower blood sugar levels and improved bone health. Although onions are widely used and you’ll find them in almost every kitchen, most people are not aware of its cellular health benefits. The benefits include:
Promotes hormonal functions
High in anti-oxidants that helps prevent cancer.
Highly boost the immune system
Protect the nervous and the cardiovascular system
32) Oranges Oranges are mainly composed of carbs and water, and contain very low amounts of both protein and fat. They are also low in calories. Oranges are a great source of vitamin C, which is very essential for tissue growth. Also, vitamin C is a natural antihistamine that’s scientifically proven to stimulate the immune system. Since the vitamin is water-soluble, it is absorbed effectively and, therefore, you’ll reap maximum cellular health benefits: The other benefits of orange include:
They have polyphenols and hesperidin that are essential in regulating blood pressure and fighting infections.
Contain high amounts of antioxidants to combat free radicals linked to causing cancer and protect the skin from any damage from the UV rays from the sun.
The soluble fiber and potassium ensures a healthy heart, fight diabetes type 1 by lowering the glucose level, as well as maintaining low body cholesterols.
33) Papaya Antioxidants, including the carotenoids found in papayas, can neutralize free radicals so that they are no longer able to cause harm. Papaya is very rich in flavonoids that help the body to fight many diseases, including cancer. The super food is easily digested and builds body cells among these other cellular healing benefits:
helps with the digestive system
Helps with detoxifying the body
Helps to boost the body’s Immune system
Controls blood pressure
Has anti-oxidants that help in cancer and other disease prevention
Helps prevent blood clots
34) Parsley From the petroselinum plant, parsley is used as a natural detox remedy, diuretic, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory agent. Parsley is mostly used in salads or as a decorative herb in very many dishes. It is rich in vitamins and minerals, as well as chlorophyll. If you want to reap the following cellular health benefits, it would be best to take the super food in when it is juiced.
Helps with bloating especially for women during menstruation
Helps with reduction of urinary tract infections, bladder and kidney problems
Reduces chances of a heart attack
Boosts the immune system
35) Peppermint The aroma of peppermint has been shown to enhance memory and increase alertness. This herb tastes great and has a very sweet aroma. It can be added to food, soups and drinks. Peppermint has the following cellular healing benefits
Clears headaches
Helps to clear nausea
Helps with indigestion and bowel movements
Combats colds and stuffy noses
36) Pineapple Unlike many other fruits and vegetables, pineapple contains significant amounts of bromelain, an enzyme that breaks down protein, possibly helping digestion. Pineapple is a very common fruit, which can be taken as a cocktail or as it is. It is very rich in vitamin C and has good amounts of fiber content that is largely responsible for improved digestive health. Other cellular healing benefits of the pineapple are:
Helps in reduction of gout
Helps in reduction of sore throats and bronchitis
Boosts the immune system
Has antioxidants that help to keep cancer at bay
Helps in lowering the body’s cholesterol level
37) Pomegranates Pomegranate has potent anti-inflammatory agent and contain significant amounts of antioxidant polyphenols, including tannins, anthocyanins, and ellagic acid that are responsible for the cellular healing benefits. Pomegrantes benefits include:
The juicy seeds are fiber-rich for optimum nutrition
Slows the growth of plaque formation in arteries
Helps combat erectile dysfunction
Inhibits breast cancer, prostate and colon cancers and leukemia
Inhibits cell proliferation and invasion
Promotes apoptosis (cell death)
Reduces joint pain and decreases inflammation in arthritis
38) Sauerkraut Sauerkraut contains probiotics, which are beneficial bacteria that act as the first line of defense against toxins and harmful bacteria. This fermented cabbage is good for digestion. In fact, here are some of its cellular health benefits.
Improves the health of the brain
Helps to detoxify the body
Prevents the skin from drying up
Contains good bacteria that help with the digestion of food
High fiber content gives the body great regularity
39) Seaweed Seaweed is rich in various minerals and trace elements. In fact, it often contains higher levels of these nutrients than most other foods. Seaweed is a very nutritious and very low in calories. It has high nutrients that have amazing cellular healing benefits, including:
Helps with detoxification
Helps to regulate hormones
Curbing high blood pressure
Helps with better digestion
40) Spinach Eating spinach may benefit eye health, reduce oxidative stress, help prevent cancer and reduce blood pressure levels. Spinach contains many flavonoids that are very essential to the body’s health. Some of the cellular healing benefits of spinach are:
Immune booster
Contains Omega 3 fatty acids which are good for the brain
Improves the muscles and bones
Improve eyesight
Balances the body’s acidic levels
41) Spirulina Spirulina is incredibly good for you. It is loaded with nutrients that can have powerful effects on your body and brain. This is an algae that’s scientifically proven to contain high amounts of vitamins, proteins and minerals. It can be taken as juice, in powder form or in the form of a pill. It has the following cellular health benefits:
Reduces the risk of oral cancer
Reduces risks of disorders of the liver
Immune booster
Improves functioning of the heart
Protects against allergies
42) Sweet potato Sweet potatoes are nutritious, high in fiber, very filling and have a delicious sweet taste. Sweet potatoes are tuberous roots, which can be eaten at any time as snacks or as a whole meal. Whether you consume them hot or cold, they are delicious and health relevant. They contain Vitamin A& C , beta carotene, and high fiber content that offer the body the following cellular healing benefits.
Produce sporamins to heal the body when subjected subjected to any physical damage
High in magnesium which is acts as an anti-stress mineral and helps in relaxation
Improves the functioning of the body nerves and brain.
Antibacterial and antifungal properties help fight cancer, heart diseases, and arthritis
43) Tart cherry juice Tart cherry juice contains B vitamins, calcium, iron, magnesium, omega-3 and omega-6 fats, in addition to antioxidants and other beneficial plant compounds. It has excellent abilities to absorb oxygen free radicals, and reduce as well as prevent gout pain. It also has antioxidants that provide protection against cancer. Its other cellular healing benefits are:
Strengthens the cardiovascular functions
Improves the sleep patterns and helps curb insomnia
Boosts the immune system
Improves brain functions
44) Tomatoes They are a great source of vitamin C, potassium, folate and vitamin K. Tomatoes are very common and contain lycopene. Lycopene is an antioxidant that helps in fighting off cancer. Other cellular healing benefits of tomatoes include:
It has high potassium levels that help with better health of the heart
Helps with better sleep management and reduces memory loss
Helps with the health of the brain and nerves
Reduces body cholesterol
45) Turmeric Turmeric is the spice that gives curry its yellow color. It contains several compounds with medicinal properties, the most important of which is curcumin which helps fight and potentially diseases. Turmeric is one of the most popular, and arguably the most powerful herb on the planet Its cellular healing benefits to the body include:
Helps fight the bacteria that causes diarrhea
Help to relieve symptoms of cancer, particularly skin cancer.
Combats osteoarthritis pain
It is an excellent antioxidant that inhibits any cell damage
Loaded with anti-inflammatory ingredients that help fight arthritis and Alzheimer disease.
46) Walnuts Like other nuts, most of the energy in walnuts comes from fat. This makes them an energy-dense, high-calorie food. Walnuts are very good for the brain. They contain Omega 3 fatty acids that have other cellular healing benefits for the body. These are:
They protect the skin membrane
They give the body energy levels from its manganese, iron and zinc contents.
They contain antioxidants that help to fight cancer causing agents
They help in curbing high blood pressure
47) Water Your brain is strongly influenced by hydration status. Studies show that even mild dehydration can impair many aspects of brain function. Water is one of the most important foods. Put it simply, water is the queen of the ball. If taken regularly (8 CUPS A DAY), water does many wonderful things to the body. Basically, a hydrated body helps with digestion, helping the foods pass circulate easily through the system. Some of the cellular healing benefits of water include:
Gives an overall better health for all the body organs
Helps in the natural removal of toxins from the body
Gives you a better clear skin
Reduces fatigue especially of the muscles
48) Wheat grass Wheatgrass contains selenium, which is crucial for the healthy functioning of the thyroid gland. Wheat grass is best enjoyed when taken as a juice. It is easy to blend and has a very rich green color. Whether it is consumed raw or juiced, it has numerous cellular healing benefits that include:
Helps manage sugar levels in the body
Purifies the body
Slows the body’s aging process
Helps the body fight many diseases
Improves the blood flow
49) Wild salmon There is growing evidence that the omega 3s from wild salmon help make plaque more stable and prevent heart disease. Wild salmon is a great super food, which carries powerful Omega-3 fatty acids. These acids are extremely important for facilitating the functioning of the brain. In a week, it’s generally recommended to eat two four-ounce portions of salmon. The other cellular healing benefits of wild salmon include:
Gives the body improved cognition
Works great for the mood
Decreases chances of degeneration of muscles
Contains peptides which are great anti-inflammatory properties
Decreases the chances of getting a stroke, a heart disease and high blood pressure
50) Yogurt Yogurt is known for containing a lot of calcium, a mineral necessary for healthy teeth and bones. Plain yogurt has a well-balanced combination of protein, fat, and carbs. With its low calorie content nature, it’s undoubtedly a perfect super food to include in any diet. It contains several colonies of live microorganisms that can help with cellular health. Some of its cellular healing benefits are:
Reduces vaginal infections
Contains lactic acid that helps create a natural glow and prevent breakouts, as well as diminishing the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
Its antimicrobial properties helps restore and heal the intestinal flora
Increases resistance to disease
Helps prevent osteoporosis
Reduces the risk of high blood pressure
Be sure to combine the Superfoods and make them part of your daily diet If you want to improve your quality of life and reap long-term health benefits. They’ll surely bring beneficial qualities to your plate.
