Top 10 Foods You Need To Consume

1. Tomatoes: A study done in 2003 revealed a strong link between tomato consumption and lower risk of heart disease in women.
2. Spinach: Spinach contains compounds like neoxanthin and kaempferol that are kryptonite to cancer cells.
3. Quinoa: Quinoahas a mineral content that blows barley, wheat, and other grains away. Plus, it's low in fat and calories.
4. Nuts: Nuts are loaded with heart healthy fats, including oleic acid and omega-3s that work to raise good cholesterol.
5. Lentils: High in fiber and protein, with zero cholesterol and nearly zero fat, lentils help manage blood sugar and lower cholesterol.
6. Fish: Many studies have shown that the fats in fish lower blood pressure, quell inflammation, and prevent heart damage from triglycerides.
7. Cabbage: Cabbage is plush with a unique set of nutrients (including sulforaphane) that fight off cancer causing toxins with elegant precision.
8. Berries: Blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries top the list when it come to free radical scavenging antioxidants.
9. Beets: Among its potent pigments is betalain, which can protect the body from the oxidative stress that leads to aging and disease.
10. Avocados: They contain zero cholesterol. In fact, they work to lower cholesterol with only 150 calories in a half avocado.

Source: Amazing Wellness, Spring 2010, pages 64-65