5 Superfoods Of 2020- They Have Always Been Around Us

It is not like superfoods are new to India. They have been around for ages. But it is only now that they are being re-evaluated for their nutritional value. These foods are nutritionally rich, healthy alternatives that can work miracles for the body.

There are no qualifying criteria to decide what constitutes a superfood. Any food that has more than one health benefit is a superfood. Usually, these foods provide nutrients that lack in your diet and resolve most of your lifestyle health issues. Following is a list of 5 superfoods of 2020.

Mineral Water- Not just a luxury item

Who would have though water as a superfood!? Water is nature’s one of the most abundant resources. It is so readily available that its health benefits are understated. But the purity and cleanliness of the water are as important as just drinking enough water. Water purity and its health benefits are affected by the source of the water. What makes mineral water a superfood is that it is bottled directly at the source. With its packed nutrients, it aids in detoxification, assists in weight control, maintains high moisture levels for healthy skin, boosts immunity, and supports a healthy metabolism. Mineral water in India is becoming less of a luxury choice than a superfood with its incredible health benefits.

Fruits- go local with them

Fruits are as important in a diet as vegetables. Fruits have incredible nutritional value and have been a part of the traditional Indian diet for ages. They are slowly making a comeback in contemporary diet thanks to their immense nutritional value. Be it seasonal fruits like papaya, citrus fruits like orange, or dear old guava. They offer miraculous wonders in health management.

Leafy vegetables- go green with your diet

Using green leafy vegetables in the diet is ensuring that we get much needed vital vitamins. Greens like spinach are packed with minerals and vitamins. They also contain antioxidant flavonoids and have anti-inflammatory properties. Greens also help with maintaining heart health and bone structure. It is important that green vegetables are organically grown and locally harvested.

Spices- Indispensable components of the Indian diet

The traditional Indian spices such as cumin, saffron, cinnamon, fennel seeds, turmeric, etc. are packed with immunity-boosting substances. Cinnamon powder, for example, helps with bringing down blood sugar levels through its aldehyde content that maintains metabolic levels in the body. Turmeric acts as an anti-inflammatory spice and also boosts immunity. Saunf (fennel seeds) are known to contain antioxidants that build the body’s defense against pollution hazards. All of these understated Indian spices are making a successful comeback in the new diet formulae.

Fermented Foods- they have always been around

All fermented foods contain a range of beneficial bacteria. Our gut, which is more than just a digestive tube, is home to both good and bad bacteria. There are around 200-500 different types of such bacteria residing in your gastrointestinal tract. The type of population dictates your overall immune system and health. Fermented foods ensure that the bad bacteria population does not outgrow the good bacteria population. This helps with controlling heart diseases, reducing inflammations, and maintaining happy moods.

This is just a small list of foods that are readily available in our homes. We have been oblivious to their value as superfoods. But they are slowing and steadily making a comeback in contemporary diets, and they are here to stay. Apart from the ones listed above, there are several other foods that have immense health benefits.

Cheap and readily available beans and lentils, canned sardines, whole grains like ragi, jau, rajgiri, etc., and seeds like basil seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds are some other superfoods that should be a part of regular diets.

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