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I am sure you have some sort of an idea of what foods are good for you. This article is going to look at some of the healthiest foods for your body. Some of these may be part of your diet already but others will probably shock you.

Fruits

1. Apricots. Apricots contain Beta-carotene which helps improve vision and keeps the eyes lubricated. Apricots are fat free and contain very little calories. With other health benefits like lowering heart disease, strengthening the immune system, you definitely want this in your nutrition.
2. Mango. Mango comes with a lot of vitamins including vitamin C, vitamin A, and vitamin E among others. It is known to lower the blood cholesterol level, helps boost the immune system among others.
3. Cantaloupe. Cantaloupe is an excellent source of vitamin A, B6, B3 and C. Its health benefits include lowering high blood pressure, and preventing heart diseases and diabetes among many others.
4. Tomato. Tomatoes contain lycopene and its health benefits include reduction of cholesterol and prevention of cancer.

Vegetables

1. Onions. Onions contain flavonoids which aid in protection against cardio vascular diseases. The sulfides that are contained in onions aids in the protection of cancer. Onions have zero fat.
2. Broccoli. Broccoli also contains a lot of vitamin C and beta carotene. It is said to help protect against breast cancer. A cup of broccoli is said to contain only 25 calories and 3 grams of fiber. The past part is that it contains zero fat.
3. Spinach. I love spinach, it helps to prevent macular degeneration which causes blindness in older folks. How amazing is this, one cup of spinach only contains 7 calories, no fat and 1 gram of fiber, so be sure to get that when you go grocery shopping.
4. Peanuts. Even though an ounce of peanuts contains just over 2 grams of fiber, 14 grams of fat and 166 calories, peanuts are still good for you because they lower your risk of heart disease by at least 20%.
5. Pinto Beans. I haven’t personally had them but they are good for preventing heart disease, because of the folate that is contained in them. Half a cup is said to contain 103 calories, 6 grams of fiber and a gram of fat, which is great news for you and me.
6. Skim milk. Skim milk contains vitamin B12 which contributes to good vision. It is not just good for vitamin B12, it also contains vitamin D. A cup of skim milk serves your body with 86 calories, but it contains zero fiber.
7. Seafood. Salmon is an excellent source of omega 3 fatty acids. Consuming salmon will help you reduce your risk of cardiac disease. A 3 ounce of salmon contains zero fiber, 4 grams of fat and 127 calories.Crab. A 3 ounce serving of crab gives the body 84 calories, zero fibre and a gram of fat. Crabs boosts one’s immunity and they also contain vitamin B12.

So there you have it guys. of course there are other foods that you should be including in your diet, and I can safely say that as long as they are fruits and vegetables, they can only add a plus to your health. So stock up on these the next time you go grocery shopping!

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