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Why You Should Be Eating Superfoods – Foods Rich In Essential Nutrients For A Healthier, Fitter And Stronger You
When society tells you to avoid carbs, fats and other food groups, it’s easy to get lost in the noise.
But there is an undeniable truth; the key to good health lies in superfoods.
Superfoods are packed with essential nutrients that can often be lacking in a diet based on processed foods.
As outlined in Super Immunity, superfoods don’t just boost your energy levels, they can also protect you from disease and even cancer.
They can reduce inflammation and improve your immunity levels, making it harder for viruses to take hold of your body when exposed.
Furthermore, consuming natural superfoods may help lessen the need for flu jabs or other vitamin supplements– giving you more freedom over what you put into your body.
The bottom line is that if you want to maximize your overall health, consuming a diet rich in superfoods is one of the best things you can do for yourself!
Understanding The Healing Power Of Phytochemicals: Why We Should Put More Emphasis On Diet Over Medicine
Healthy eating that heals your body has been part of human history for centuries.
Ancient Greeks and Egyptians encouraged the use of restorative foods to improve health and ward off disease.
We now know that the healing benefits come from phytochemicals, compounds found in plants which are essential for maintaining a healthy immune system.
Though it’s been known since ancient times, this knowledge is perhaps more relevant today than ever before.
The average American diet typically consists of processed foods and animal products, with only 10 percent usually coming from fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds and beans.
And even then, half of those veggies could be white potato – not exactly rich in phytochemicals!
With our limited consumption of these important nutrients, our immune systems are put at risk.
It’s clear that because we don’t get enough nutrition from what we eat anymore, we have become overly dependent on medical care for survival.
This begs the question: Should we rely on medicine alone to stay healthy? The answer is something worth exploring further in Super Immunity by Natures Nutrition!
Drugs And Vaccinations Are Not The Answer To Health Care: The Power Of Superfoods
Modern medicine has taken great leaps forward in recent decades and much of this progress can be credited to the medical advances we have come to rely upon.
However, when it comes to addressing the cause of certain illnesses, modern medicine still falls short.
Take the example of type 2 diabetes — rather than treating the underlying lifestyle factors that lead to the illness, doctors tend to simply prescribe medicines that do nothing but treat symptoms.
A study involving over 90,000 individuals showed that two popular drugs commonly prescribed for type 2 diabetes actually increased the risk of congestive heart failure.
This is a troubling statistic given that one of the major drawbacks of medication is its inability to treat more than just symptoms.
Type 2 diabetes, like many other health issues, can be linked back to insufficient exercise and unhealthy diets lacking in necessary nutrients.
Drugs are not capable of resolving these underlying lifestyle flaws – all they do is provide temporary relief from symptoms associated with them.
Worse yet, many drugs even make it harder for patients to make positive changes as they often increase appetite.
Similarly, vaccinations are common go-to methods employed in modern medical care but their efficacy too is questionable- especially when considering influenza based vaccines.
According to some sources a universal flu shot which is recommended for everyone over six months only addresses 10 percent of viruses causing influenza and contains toxic mercury which could potentially damage brain and nervous system functions in repeated doses over time.
It’s clear then if we want optimal health we must take a more proactive approach instead of relying solely on treatments that merely address symptoms while ignoring causes entirely.
We need to keep our bodies strong internally with food rich in vitamins and minerals otherwise known as superfoods!
Superfoods: The Cancer-Fighting, Virus-Killing Nutrient Powerhouses
Superfoods like kale, broccoli, cauliflower and collard greens aren’t just good for fighting cancer – research has shown that they can also have a powerful effect on the flu virus.
Studies conducted at the Harvard School of Public Health suggest that adding superfoods to your diet could lower the rate of infection from viral illnesses such as the flu.
That’s because these superfoods contain something called isothiocyanates or ITCs – compounds that stimulate our immune system so it can fight off viruses and bacteria.
ITCs contain anti-microbial effects which means even drug-resistant bacteria are no match against them!
This research complements results which demonstrate how a 20 percent increase in cruciferous vegetables leads to a 40 percent decrease in cancer rates.
It’s clear then that superfoods don’t just help us prevent cancer; they also make us better equipped to tackle the flu virus and its harmful implications thanks to their powerhouse of beneficial nutrients and phytochemicals.
We Should Maintain Our Health Through Healthy Eating Instead Of Relying On Antibiotics And Cold Medicine
Antibiotics and cold medicine are often viewed as quick fixes to illnesses, but they can actually do more harm than good.
Antibiotics can be effective against bacteria, but fail to work on 95 percent of acute illnesses, which are mostly caused by viruses – leaving them largely useless.
On top of that, taking antibiotics unnecessarily destroys vital bacteria in our gastrointestinal tract that helps maintain our immune system health.
Cold medicine is also seen as a quick way to get rid of a cold, however it does nothing to actually make a cold go away and can suppress the necessary coughing that helps clear the virus from the body.
Additionally, these medicines can have negative impact on our sleep cycle and digestive system.
Rather than relying on these quick fixes, we should take preventative action with the right foods for our body in order to maintain good health.
Choose A Healthy And Nutrient-Rich Diet To Avoid Disease And Accelerated Aging
As outlined in Super Immunity, carefully selecting the types and amounts of fats, carbs and proteins to include in a diet is key for maintaining good health.
The goal should be to get lots of nutrients with minimal calories.
To do this, focus on colorful vegetables, especially greens.
These are nutrient-rich foods that provide fiber, vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals.
On the other hand, food such as bread and pasta offer few nutrients but plenty of calories – which can quickly lead to premature aging or even heart attack risks if consumed too frequently.
When it comes to carbohydrates, there are plenty of healthy options including beans, peas, tomatoes and berries plus squash, quinoa, wild rice and potatoes!
Similarly fat has an important place in a well-balanced diet; having more than 10% fat is beneficial for overall wellness where 15%-30% is seen as an ideal amount.
As for protein sources – opt for plants rather than animals whenever possible too much animal protein has been linked with an increased risk of cancer and decreased immunity levels.
Ultimately by consuming a diet full of nutritious food along with smartly chosen fats, carbs and proteins you’ll be able to achieve…and maintain..optimal health!
Supplements can also be taken however one should always read the labels carefully before purchasing any product like this.
Be Careful With Supplements: Don’t Fall Prey To Synthetic Folic Acid And Vitamin A
Vitamin supplements can sound like a great idea in theory, but only if you’re careful about what you take.
While vitamins and minerals like Vitamin D, vitamin B12, zinc, and iodine are essential for good health, not all multivitamins contain the right combination of nutrients that your body needs.
That’s why it’s important to be discerning when choosing a supplement.
For example, Vitamin A has been linked to an increased risk of cancer and calcium loss which can lead to Osteoporosis.
Likewise, many people don’t realize the difference between Folic Acid and Folate—Folic Acid is synthetic while Folate is natural and found in plant-based foods—and ingesting too much Folic Acid has been linked to breast cancer in women, colorectal cancer in men and cardiac birth defects in children.
So yes – vitamin supplements are good when used with caution – but it is important to choose the right ones if you want to get the most out of them!
Balancing Salt And Omega-3 Intake For A Healthier Lifestyle
The Super Immunity Book Summary shines a light on the importance of keeping your body balanced.
One of the most important things you can do in order to achieve this is to limit your intake of salt and increase your consumption of omega-3 fatty acids.
Salt is something that has been consumed by humans for centuries, but our bodies were never intended to take in such high levels of it.
Our ancestors’ diets contained just 600 – 800 milligrams per day, compared to the average modern day person’s daily intake of 3,500 milligrams!
This could potentially put us at risk for a host of health issues including stomach cancer, osteoporosis, heart attacks and more.
Research has even shown that higher salt intake means an increased risk or stroke and coronary heart disease due to excessively high blood pressure.
On the other hand, omega-3 fatty acids can have profoundly positive benefits for our health.
Our bodies do not produce these naturally so we must look to dietary sources such as fish, hemp and chia seeds, walnuts and green vegetables for adequate supply.
Plus, taking supplemental omega-3s from clean sources (such as those derived from algae grown indoors) can also provide benefits!
Omega-3s are known to decrease inflammation and protect our brains while preventing certain forms of cancer.
If you want to dually strengthen your immune system while avoiding potential risks caused by consuming too much salt, limiting your salted food intake combined with upping your omega-3 intake are two incredibly valuable steps you can take!
Wrap Up
The Super Immunity Book provided us with an actionable advice and allowed us to learn more about the health benefits of superfoods.
The key message of this book is that instead of relying purely on quick-fix medicines, nourishing oneself with necessary nutrients and phytochemicals from food can provide a great boost in overall health and immunity.
An easy recipe is also included, allowing readers to take a step towards a healthier lifestyle: blending a salad into a smoothie with pomegranate juice, apple, walnuts, collard greens, lettuce and water or ice cubes.
This book not only emphasizes on having a better diet but reminds us the importance of taking care of our own health by giving insights on modern medicine with traditional methods.
It serves as a great reminder that an extraordinary body starts with what we fuel it with.
