The Best Anti-Aging Superfoods of 2011
Find out which three anti-aging foods came out on top this year! I love all 3 of these and was so happy to see them on the list. Amaranth really does taste like popcorn when dry roasted on a pan, and is delicious cooked too with a veggie topping. I have yet to taste the specific mushrooms below, but I love mushrooms and look forward to trying them.
They talk a lot about things that help you fight the age battle on the Dr. Oz show. And chief among those are nutrient-rich foods. This year, three stood out above the rest, not only for their abundant anti-aging and health-boosting properties, but also for their versatility and taste! Check out these three powerhouse foods.
Red Lentils
These protein-rich legumes are especially great, because they’re loaded with fiber – 1 cup provides about three-quarters of your daily recommendation. Both protein and fiber have satiating abilities that help you stay fuller for longer. Lentils are a great substitute for meat, or can be eaten plain by boiling them in water with lemon.
Amaranth
Rich in iron, magnesium and calcium – important minerals for bone strength – this whole grain helps fight osteoporosis. Amaranth is a great substitute for any other grain, like rice, and can be eaten as a complement to a meal or by itself, dry-toasted on a skillet.
King Trumpet Mushroom
Mushrooms have all sorts of disease-fighting properties, and King Trumpet mushrooms are no exception. They’re packed with antioxidants that fight harmful toxins and help your immune cells recognize potential threats to your system. Work two handfuls of these mushrooms into your diet on a weekly basis to get the benefits they have to offer.
