POWER FOODS
WHAT ARE POWERHOUSE FOODS?
The benefits of phytonutrients and antioxidants from colorful fruits and vegetables are numerous. Here are a few:
linked to longevity
increased vitality
reduced risk for chronic disease
elevated mood.
THE TEST
Forty-seven fruits and vegetables were tested to see if they met the criteria for being a “powerhouse fruit and vegetable.” Forty-one met the criteria of being nutrient-rich. Read the full study, titled “Defining Powerhouse Fruits and Vegetables: A Nutrient Density Approach.”
How many of these foods do you already enjoy? Are there any that you are willing to try? Any that you can commit to eating this week?
CREATE YOUR SHOPPING LIST
Foods are listed in order of their powerhouse potential.
Watercress
Chinese cabbage
Chard
Beet green
Spinach
Chicory
Leaf lettuce
Parsley
Romaine lettuce
Collard green
Turnip green
Mustard green
Endive
Chive
Kale
Dandelion green
Red pepper
Arugula
Broccoli
Pumpkin
Brussels sprout
Scallion
Kohlrabi
Cauliflower
Cabbage
Carrot
Tomato
Lemon
Iceberg lettuce
Strawberry
Radish
Winter squash (all varieties
Orange
Lime
Grapefruit (pink and red)
Rutabaga
Turnip
Blackberry
Leek
Sweet potato
Grapefruit (white)
For more information on eating for wellness, check out my previous article, EAT WELL.
I discuss which foods are ideal for naturally building a strong immune system, as well as foods higher in zinc and quercetin.
PLANTED IN WELLNESS
If you’d like to discuss how small changes in eating can create big shifts for you, request a Holistic “PLANTED IN WELLNESS” Session.
If you are what you eat, why not be a vitality powerhouse?
If you’ve been needing a body, mood, or mind make-over, don’t undervalue the impact that plants can have in creating vibrance and endurance.
This session offers a one-on-one exploration of how eating more intentionally can be life-improving. Think of it like a Soulful Nutrition session where you customize your nutrition to help you get the most from your food and energy.
This session is NOT about being vegan or vegetarian, but rather how to increase nutrients based on your current eating habits.
EAT WELL, FEEL WELL
As a Holistic Nutritionist, I regularly see how simple shifts in nutrition can impact mood, thought patterns, and daily energy levels.
Simply put, nutrient-rich food helps you feel better.
I’m excited to look for these foods at my local farmer’s markets this weekend. My favorite local-to-Greenville, SC markets are @gvillesaturdaymarket and @trfarmersmarket. They never disappoint!
What’s your favorite healthy food? Please share in the comments.
💚J
