Super Food Ingredients
Putting food on the plate day after day can be tricky, especially for parents who work outside of the home and have children. Takeaway food can be a convenient option when you’re short on time, but it’s also important to be mindful of what you’re actually eating.
The fact is, we can never be 100 percent sure of all the ingredients and preparation processes if we aren’t making it ourselves... especially when it comes to packaged, processed snacks. Often home cooked meals and raw ingredients will contain less sugars, fats, and sodium because we can ultimately decide what goes in. The number of unknown ingredients add up quickly on your calorie count if you’re trying to lose weight.
Did you know little ingredients have superpowers. For example, chia seeds contain antioxidants, minerals, fibre and omega-fatty acids?
Here is a list of some super food ingredients you can add to your recipes to give them a health kick:
- Psyllium Husk: a great soluble fibre that helps with digestion and bowel movement. Add it to breads or bakes goods.
- Flaxseed: lower cholesterol and blood pressure, good source of protein and fibre. Add them to pancakes and cereals.
- Walnuts: packed with antioxidants and omega 3 that are and great for cognitive function. Sprinkle on yoghurt, oatmeal, salads and banana bread.
- Brussels Sprouts: nutrient packed and full of fibre, vitamin K and vitamin C great for bone health. Shred them in a food processor or cut finely with a knife.