10 Super Foods To Look Out For in 2016
8 January 2016
When receiving advice about nutrition from one of the expert chefs on hand at one of our weight loss retreats, you could be surprised by how often they bring up the subject of super foods. These foods are, befitting their name, super-nutritious and therefore super-brilliant for your health! Here's a list of ten super foods that look set to become especially in vogue in 2016.
When receiving advice about nutrition from one of the expert chefs on hand at one of our weight loss retreats, you could be surprised by how often they bring up the subject of super foods. These foods are, befitting their name, super-nutritious and therefore super-brilliant for your health! Here's a list of ten super foods that look set to become especially in vogue in 2016.
Brussels sprouts
They might often be stereotyped as revolting, but avoiding Brussels sprouts would be at your own peril; they are packed with energy-promoting vitamin B and DNA-protecting glucosinolates.
Kefir
Commonly drunk in Russia for decades, kefir could be described as a kind of milk, but has a slightly thicker consistency. It's especially good for keeping your digestive system in check.
Cactus water
This is sourced from the prickly pear, which comes from - yes - the cactus plant. You could come to prefer it to coconut water; it's got less sugar, while having plenty of antioxidants.
Lucuma
Inca warriors used to routinely tuck into this Peruvian fruit; now, that's quite a resounding endorsement! Beta carotene, which is great for your eyesight, is among its nutrients.
Freekeh
There's nothing freaky about freekeh, which is pronounced 'freak-eh'. It is a better source of protein and fibre than alternative wheat-based grains, and can also be cooked quickly - in only about 20 minutes!
Banana flour
This is good for putting into cakes to reduce sugar intake. Originating from green bananas, it is highly dense in resistant starch and, historically, was popular in Africa and the Caribbean.
Kelp
If you're considering joining Prestige Boot Camp in order to lose weight, don't overlook the usefulness of this type of seaweed; it's rich in iodine, which can help in regulating your metabolism.
Teff
Hailing from Ethiopia, this gluten-free grain boasts high levels of iron and fibre. There are many possibilities for using teff in food, including using it in baking or to make porridge.
Birch water
After a good workout with us at Prestige Boot Camp, it can be satisfying to down a bottle of birch water. It's good for hydrating the body, thanks to its electrolytes including potassium and calcium.
Black rice
Blueberries have often been dubbed a 'super food', but black rice is thought to offer even more antioxidants when eaten by the spoonful. The sugar and calories are low, while the fibre is high.
