15 Superfoods

With a visit to a superfood cafe, I rekindled an interest in herbs and raw food. I stared at the menu dazzled by the array of herbal juices and vegetables offered.

A friend says, “Your awareness is far greater than anything else.” So I tapped into the infinite knowing of my body and asked, “Body, what would you like to eat?” I ordered a kale shake.

If I get sick, I’ll usually go to a health food store and use a muscle testing technique to determine which homeopathic remedy my body requires. How does it get even easier?

Sometimes a vitamin mineral or herb will help the body heal. Some people require a combination of vitamins, superfoods and a prescription medication from their doctor. What else is possible? What if we could cut our dependence on medical prescription drugs out completely or by half by adding these foods to our diet?

1. Graviola

Graviola, or Soursop, is a tropical fruit with a green shell that resembles a cactus. Abundant with potassium, it’s used to treat asthmatics. Along with magnesium, it’s a natural sedative. Some people use it to treat gout. Universa Medicina report that graviola carries a compound called acetogenin that slows down and reverses the growth of cancerous tumors.

2. Horsetail Herb

Horsetail herb can prevent Alzheimer’s and dementia by removing toxic aluminum from your body. Aluminum is in everything from deodorant to vaccines. Horsetail grows like a weed and can be found in North and South America.

3. Ginger

Ginger is just really yummy to taste alone. Ginger teas treat nausea and boosts brain functioning. It’s the best tonic to have right before cardio training. It improves cardiovascular health and lessens muscle and arthritis pain.

4. Mullein

Extracts phlegm and mucous from the lungs. It detox’s the airways. If you're a heavy smoker, mullein might be the plant for you.

5. Lavender Oil

I love lemonade. Dried lavender mixed with lemonade can create a concoction that has anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic properties. In an experiment, subjects in the intensive care unit showed lower pulse rates and anxiety after a session of lavender aromatherapy.

6. Turmeric

Turmeric milk stabilizes free radicals. Scientists say free radicals damage cells and cause disease. It also has glycemic lowering effects and reverses insulin resistance. Drink turmeric to prevent cancer.

7. Algae

It’s the ultimate superfood with more vitamins, oils, nutrients, minerals, carbs, and proteins than a steak and vegetable platter, and so much more. Spirulina, a type of algae, can improve your blood lipid levels, reduce blood pressure, and lower blood sugar.

8. Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract

Turkey Tail contains Polysaccharide K. In 2012, the United States started running clinical trials on breast cancer patients using Polysaccharide K combined with chemotherapy to read the effects. The extract inhibits cancer tumor growth by boosting immune system activity. PSK can extend survival rates of cancer patients.

9. Ganoderma

This mushroom boost the immune system, fighting viral infections like the flu and lung conditions. It helps reduce the number of tumors in people with colorectal obstructions. I drank ganoderma and felt the contrast of not drinking it. I had more energy and clearer eyesight. It aids food digestion.

10. Coffee

That’s right, coffee makes the superfood list! Packed with antioxidants, it revs our engines by speeding the metabolism and aids in weight loss. In one study, women who drank two to three cups of coffee a day reported feeling less depressed than women who don’t drink coffee. There is also an acid in coffee that flushes sugar out of the body and lowers the risk of Parkinson’s.

11. Tamarind

The tamarind tree produces pod-like fruit that contains a sweet, edible pulp. Tamarind is often a base for marinades and soups. It’s known to detoxify the liver and is used to treat malaria.

12. Chia Seeds

Chia seeds are the crunchy edible seed of a mint plant found in Central America. Eat chia seeds in place of drinking glasses of milk. They are an excellent source of calcium. They are bulging with omega 3 acids, iron and fiber. Toss them in a fruit shake with kiwi and you won’t be able to tell the difference between the seeds.

13. Flax Seeds

You can grind flax seeds at home with a coffee grinder and brew them like a hot cappuccino. Mix them in yogurt like you would mix granola. An undeniable source of protein, flax seeds work with the digestive tract to speed up intestinal transit and increase stool frequency.

14. Açaí Berries

Açaí, pronounced ah-sigh-ee, grows like grapes with a seed in the middle. Like other berries, açaí is loaded with antioxidants to help strengthen the immune system and protect the cells from free radicals. With heart-healthy fats, açaí berries combat heart disease and aging

15. Ashwagandha root

Ashwagandha is an adaptogen, an Ayurvedic root from a family of medicines used in the holistic health healing approach. It increases stamina and endurance. People report it reduces stress and anxiety and sharpens cognitive capabilities. The root aids thyroid functioning by balancing hormones. Ashwagandha can be served in almond milk and ordered online.