6. Shiitake Mushrooms 9. Soy Although soy is a
These fungi are a good source legume, it deserves separate
of iron and lentinan, a poly- mention, because of its ex-
saccharide that studies at the tensive and well-researched
Iizuka Institute, in Japan, suggest health benefits and use in
activates our immune system’s a wide range of forms. Soy
tumor-fighting T cells. offers a high concentration of
molybdenum, a trace mineral that plays a role in three enzyme
7. Tomatoes
systems involved in metabolizing carbs, fats and proteins and
Tomatoes are
tryptophan, an amino acid essential for growth and normal
loaded with healthy vitamins and trace
metabolism, as well as iron, fiber, phosphorus, omega-3 fatty
minerals. They are also a good source of lycopene, which
acids, magnesium, copper, vitamin B
studies from the American Association for Cancer Research
2
and potassium.
have linked to the protection of DNA from damage, preven-
tion of heart disease and protection against cancers, includ- 10. Whole Grains
ing colorectal, breast, endometrial, While most Americans
lung and pancreatic types. To- know that whole-
matoes are also rich with grain breads and
carotenoids, which research pastas are healthier
by the Cochrane Hepato- than those made with
Biliary Group has associ- refined white flour, we
ated with protection from might include many
heart disease and cancer, grains other than wheat in our diet, in order to fight
improved night vision and the effects of aging. Spelt, for example, provides riboflavin,
regulation of blood sugar. which research from the Micronutrient Information
Center with the Linus Pauling Institute shows can promote
8. Leafy Greens
healthy skin and good vision. Barley can help with sleep
Calorie-for-calorie, greens are
regulation. Millet can help reduce the risk of a heart attack
among the most nutrient-packed foods we can eat. Spinach,
and lower blood pressure.
kale, arugula, Swiss chard, cabbage, collard greens and
With all these examples of truly good eating right in our
watercress are all solid sources of powerful nutrients. Eating
own kitchen, there is no reason not to start improving our
a variety of leafy greens has been shown by Katherine Tucker,
diet right now to pave the way for a longer, healthier life.
Ph.D., with the Jean Mayer U.S. Department
of Agriculture Human Nutrition Research
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