[Uberfood] Goji Berries — The Unheralded, Do-It-All, Performance-Enhancing Powerberries
Goji berries — oblong, atomic red-orange, nutritional bombs — are the Justin Timberlakes of the food world; do-it-all, nutrient-engorged powerhouses that are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, fiber, and even vegan-friendly protein. We take a 360 degree look at goji berries and review their potent health, performance, and nutritional benefits.
Read More[Uberfood] Chia Seeds — The Battle-Tested, Lean-Body Powerhouse
Chia, an uberfood that energized legions of ancient Aztec warriors, is the LeBron James of the food realm. It’s an infinitely versatile, all-around, colossal powerhouse, packed with protein, fiber, & healthy fats — it’s got TRIPLE the omega-3’s of salmon, for HALF the calories — that can help boost weight-loss, eviscerate hunger, and even cure hangovers. If you’re not already, start chia-chugging.
Read MoreUberfood: Oatmeal
Oatmeal is one of the healthiest foods on the planet. Really…oatmeal!? Yup, it’s up there with other health powerhouses like salmon, acai, almonds, quinoa, flax, chia, and kale-just to name a few. In its natural form (not with added sugar or preservatives, I’m talking about 100% natural Quaker oats/steel-cut oats) oatmeal is as healthy as it gets, and it’s perfect for weight-loss. Here are a few of the reasons why oatmeal shoots to the top of health food kingdom.
Read MoreUberfood: Cinnamon
No doubt cinnamon tastes absolutely phenomenal when paired with sweet, fatty, sugary deliciousness, but on its own cinnamon is one of the healthiest substances on earth. It’s pretty incredible that a little sprinkle of brown, aromatic, heart-warming ground cinnamon can pack a multitude of health benefits. Here’s to cinnamon and recreating its image as a health food.
Read MoreUberfood: Naturally More Peanut Butter
If I were ever to have a love affair with a food, I think Naturally More Peanut Butter would probably be my top choice. This stuff is HOT baby!
Read MoreUberfood: Flax Seed
The healthiest food in the world is probably one you’ve never heard of or know nothing about — flax seeds. Here are 8 ways flax seeds can significantly enhance your health, improve your looks, and add years to your life.
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