Coloretal specialist, Dr. Berookim has compiled a list of 10 amazing foods that are both healthy and delicious.These superfoods will help fight diseases and boost energy.

We all know that a healthy diet is essential to great health and well being. By following our tips you can begin taking a healthier approach to eating.

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Aside from being tasty, this delicious sweet will help reduce blood pressure. It also contains high amounts of flavonoids, antioxidants that reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) and increase the levels of good cholesterol (HDL). Doctors say that eating a serving of chocolate everyday can do wonders for your heart.

Potatoes

Different types of potatoes provide different kinds of benefits. Sweet potatoes contain around eight times the recommended daily amount of vitamin A. While red potatoes contain 66 micrograms of folate, around the same amount that is found in 1 cup serving of broccoli or spinach.

Lemons

One lemon contains 100 percent of the suggested daily intake of Vitamin C. Likewise the flavonoids found in lemons work as an anti-inflammatory and help stop the growth of cancer cells. Adding lemons to water and meals will help you get the recommended intake of Vitamin C. It will also make your meals taste great.

Broccoli

A medium stalk contains enough Vitamin C and K to meet the recommended daily intake. Broccoli is best served steamed or accompanied with rice and other delicious vegetables like peppers and onions.

Salmon

Contains omega-3 fatty acids, which help reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease, and depression. It is also a great source of Niacin, which might protect against memory loss and Alzheimer’s. Salmon is a great healthy alternative to red meat and chicken. It tastes great when joined with either lemon or green vegetables.

Walnuts

Also contains omega-3’s and has been shown to help improve mood, fight cancer, reduce cholesterol, and protect skin from sun damage. They make a great snack, especially when you are on the move. You could add walnuts to your diet by adding it to yogurt or other healthy foods.

Avocados

Rich in good fats that help lower cholesterol. One serving has enough folate to meet the recommended daily amount. Avocados are delicious and go great with a wide variety of foods. Try making homemade guacamole by adding lime, sea salt, onions, tomatoes, and cilantro.

Garlic

Helps fight diseases like E. coli and stops the growth of harmful bacteria. Also contains allicin, a potent anti-inflammatory. It’s great for spicing up dishes and giving them a Mediterranean kick.

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Contains lutein and zeaxanthin, immune boosting antioxidants that maintain good eye health. Popeye’s love for this leafy green vegetable was right on the money.

Beans

A serving four times a week helps lower the risk of heart disease and breast cancer. Beans are loved in many cultures, for example the English like adding it to toast in the mornings. And in Mexico they are a staple food that usually accompany many dishes.

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