7 Superfoods Present In Your Kitchen You May Not Know About

Superfoods are referred to those foods which are loaded with enormous nutrients that can help you keep a check on various health issues. Superfoods have three times higher health benefits than regular foods. For those who are focusing on healthy eating habits, you would be thrilled to know that your kitchen actually contains a whole bunch of superfoods. No, we are not talking about avocado, blueberries, kale etc. These foods are not easily available in Indian markets. We are talking about your regular cooking essentials which are considered as superfoods. So, have a look at the list down below and make the most of these superfoods by cooking them up in delicious ways.

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7 Superfoods You Need To Make The Most Of

Here's a list of foods which are considered as superfoods:

1. Yoghurt

Many of us regularly eat yoghurt to stay healthy. But did you know that it is a superfood? Full fat yoghurt is a great source of vitamin D and probiotics. It is good for bones, increasing metabolism, digestion, weight loss and boosting skin and hair health.

2. Banana

Surprised, right? All our lives we have been eating bananas without realising about its incredible benefits. They are overflowing with nutrients like pectin which helps in regulating kidney related issues. Apart from that potassium, vitamin C, vitamin B6, enormous antioxidants and phytonutrients are present in bananas.

Banana, apple and many other fruits are called superfoods

3. Cumin Seeds

Yes! Every Indian kitchen has jeera or cumin seeds. They are loaded with vitamin A, C, calcium, iron, sodium, dietary fibre and a lot of protein. They help you to boost your digestion, aid weight loss, reduce inflammation, regulate haemoglobin level etc.

4. Dahlia

It's not without reason that dahlia is considered as a favourite breakfast item. It is filled with high fibre, manganese, vitamin B and food fat. It helps in weight loss, increases metabolism, keeps your heart healthy and gives a lot of vital nutrients to lead an energetic life.

5. Chickpeas

If you do not know, let us tell you that chickpeas are overloaded with protein and fibre. It is great to provide benefits to your eyes, digestion and skin health. Also, it helps in cell-growth process and is somehow linked in keeping a check on cancer.

Eating A bowl of superfoods regularly keeps you healthy

6. Raw Jackfruit

Raw jackfruit or kathal is a superfood. It is enriched with protein, fibre, vitamins A and C, magnesium, riboflavin, potassium, copper, manganese etc. These nutrients altogether help in regulating blood pressure, weight loss, immunity, cholesterol etc.

7. Garlic And Turmeric

Garlic and turmeric both are two different superfoods but in Indian kitchen, we usually use them together in various food items. Garlic and turmeric both are enriched with anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory nutrients. Both the superfoods increases our immunity naturally. Other than that, garlic is good for weight loss and turmeric boosts your digestion.

So, if you think that eating superfoods can only be possible if you visit a gourmet store, you are wrong. Go to your kitchen and get the best superfoods to stay healthy.

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