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The Best Superfoods

By: Dana Angelo White, M.S., R.D., A.T.C.

December 09, 2014

Keep this list of vitamin- and mineral-packed ingredients handy to be sure you’re filling up on foods that taste amazing and offer up tons of good-for-you nutrients.

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What Is a Superfood?

There is no one definition for a "superfood," but a classification might include a whole food that tastes amazing and has a ton of good-for-you nutrients to offer. As this list proves, you don’t need overly fancy or obscure ingredients to reap the super benefits.

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Salmon

This fatty fish is brimming with omega-3 fats, which have been shown to benefit skin, circulation, vision and healthy nerve function. Omega-3 intake may also reduce the risk of high blood pressure, sudden-death heart attacks, Alzheimer’s and rheumatoid arthritis.

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Broccoli

This member of the cruciferous vegetable family (aka cabbage family) has been shown to help lower your risk of cancer. It's also packed with antioxidants like vitamins A and C. One favorite way to enjoy it is in this broccoli salad.

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Blueberries

One cup of these blue gems has 84 calories, 21 grams of carbs and almost 4 grams of fiber. Blueberries are packed with antioxidants, including vitamin C and anthocyanidins, which give these berries their gorgeous hue and may help protect against prostate cancer and glaucoma.

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