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Superfoods from your garden
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1. What are superfoods?
There are several definitions of superfoods, but most of them come down to the fact that they are foods rich in ingredients that are considered to be particularly beneficial to human health. Such products should provide significant amounts of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, antioxidants, flavonoids, amino acids, or unsaturated fatty acids.2. Cucumbers
The main advantage of sour vegetables is the presence of lactic acid bacteria (LAB), which makes it possible to ferment. Numerous studies have confirmed the beneficial effects of LAB in the prevention and treatment of rotavirus infections, as well as digestive disorders. These bacteria, inhabiting the human gut, inhibit the proliferation of pathogenic bacteria and neutralize the toxins produced by them.3. It's a fairy tale
is a forgotten vegetable, but now returning to grace. It is one of the oldest members of the cabbage family, it was cultivated in antiquity. Particular attention is paid to the amount of calcium 150 mg per 100 g, and vitamin C 120 mg for 100 g. It's also an excellent source of carotenoids β-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthines, as well as vitamin K and iron. Like other cabbage vegetables, it contains sulforaphane a compound of the isotope group of Coetans, which has been proven to have chemopreventive effects.4. It's a black squirrel
Everyone knows about it, but few people realize the enormous wealth it carries. Thanks to its polyphenol content, black garlic exhibits high antioxidant properties. These compounds inhibit the formation of free radicals, reduce the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease. Research shows that the compounds in black barley can contribute to increased productivity and cognitive function in humans. This fruit may play an important role in preventing aging processes, including dementia.5. Peaches and peaches
is rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. It also contains essential oils such as apiol, myrstisin, terpenes and eugenol. The latter is used in dentistry as a local anaesthetic. It shows antiseptic effects, studies are being conducted on its effect on lowering blood sugar levels. Interestingly, 100 g of parsley contains up to 133 mg of vitamin C, which accounts for 220% of its daily intake.6. Seeds of flaxseed
These small brown or golden seeds are the richest plant source of omega-3s. They are also a great source of amino acids, B vitamins and fiber. However, one of the most valuable compounds they contain are flavonoid lignans. In addition to their powerful antioxidant properties, they regulate the hormonal economy. They belong to a group of phytoestrogens, similar in structure to human estrogens.7. Summary
All of the products described above are inexpensive, easily accessible, well-known, and most importantly, rich in health benefits. Of course, it's worth taking advantage of the new nutritional curiosities.
