5 Foods To Enhance Your Life

The foods we eat are directly linked to the quality of our health. Processed foods are cheap, low-quality and contain high amounts of sugar, fat, salt and genetically modified ingredients. What does this mean to you? When these foods enter the body they are not exactly given the “red carpet” treatment. Instead, white blood cells seek to destroy and rid the body of these foreign materials. Whole, nutrient-dense, organic foods provide your body with the tools it needs to build a better you. Do yourself a favor and treat your body to the foods below.

Celery – Rich in minerals, vitamin C, vitamin K, calcium, sodium and phenolic acids, celery is one of the healthiest snacks you can reach for. By helping the body regulate the balance of fluids and increase the production of urine, water weight will drop quicker by eating more celery. Try crisp celery instead of chips for that guacamole dip you love.

Oranges – Want radiant skin? Oranges contain antioxidants which help the body protect your skin from the damage free radicals can cause. Rich in lycopene and vitamin C, this colorful fruit is best consumed as a whole fruit. Just peel the skin and reap the full benefits. Besides being so nutritious, oranges are delicious.

Bell Peppers – Beta-carotene, vitamin C and other minerals are in these sweet and crunchy peppers. Eat them raw as a snack or add them to complete a salad.

Pomegranates – As one of the world’s oldest fruits, pomegranates contain high amounts of flavonoids and polyphenols which help your body fight off heart disease and cancer. Packing plenty of potassium, vitamin C and antioxidants galore pomegranates contain edible seeds with sweet and tangy juice inside. This is one of the most nutrient-dense foods you’ll find. Get some today!

Bananas – Who needs caffeine? These fruit gems provide more than enough energy to last for most of the day. With three times as much potassium and magnesium as blueberries, bananas help the body regulate blood pressure, a normal heartbeat and water balance. Bananas also assist the body in avoiding muscle cramps and constipation.