6. Shiitake Mushrooms
normal metabolism,
These fungi are a good source
as well as iron, fiber,
of iron and lentinan, a poly-
phosphorus, omega-3
saccharide that studies at the
fatty acids, magnesium,
Iizuka Institute, in Japan, suggest
copper, vitamin B
2
and
activates our immune system’s
potassium.
tumor-fighting T cells.
10. Whole Grains While most Americans know
7. Tomatoes Tomatoes are
that whole-grain breads and pastas are healthier than those
loaded with healthy vitamins and trace
made with refined white flour, we might include many grains
minerals. They are also a good source
other than wheat in our diet, in order to fight the effects of
of lycopene, which studies from the American Association
aging. Spelt, for example, provides riboflavin, which research
for Cancer Research have linked to the protection of DNA
from the Micronutrient Information
from damage, prevention of heart disease and protection
Center with the Linus Pauling Institute shows can promote
against cancers, including colorectal,
healthy skin and good vision. Barley can help with sleep
breast, endometrial, lung and
regulation. Millet can help reduce the risk of a heart attack
pancreatic types. Tomatoes
and lower blood pressure.
are also rich with carot-
With all these examples of truly good eating right in our
enoids, which research by
own kitchen, there is no reason not to start improving our
the Cochrane Hepato-Bili-
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8. Leafy Greens
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among the most nutrient-packed foods we can eat. Spinach,
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