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Most 'Super' of the Super Foods

Fitness and nutrition studio owners Henry Richardson and Erin Stewart know that food is our fuel and they choose the best.

"A super food is exactly what it sounds like. It's something that's super good for you," says Richardson.

"A super food is plant-based, mineral-rich, high in enzymes, most powerful food on the planet," Stewart adds.

Here is their list of the BEST of the best:

GOJI BERRIES

  • High Vitamin C
  • High Beta-carotene
  • High Iron
  • Improves Mood
  • Goji berries are a Chinese herbal berry that's been around for many years.
  • It's so high in Vitamin C, ounce per ounce more than an orange. More beta-carotene than a carrot and more iron than spinach.
  • Goji berries are actually a really great snack. You can have them by themselves or put them in granola to add a little sweet, tart flavor to it.
CHIA SEEDS
  • More Omega Fatty Acids than Salmon
  • High Antioxidants
  • Curbs Appetite
  • Balances Blood Sugar
  • Chia seeds are from plants in South America.
Chia Seed Pudding (Yield: 4)
  • 1 cup chia seeds
  • 3 cups nut milk (we used help milk)
  • 4 Tbsp agave
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • pinch sea salt
Combine the chia seeds, milk, agave, vanilla and cinnamon in a bowl. Stir well, so there are no clumps. Let it sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid clumps. To serve, add fruit or nuts of your choice or eat straight from the bowl. Cover and refrigerate to store. Will keep for up to a week in the refrigerator.

SPIRULINA

  • High Protein Content
  • Easy for Kidneys to Digest
  • High in B12
  • Boosts Energy
  • Rich in Antioxidants
  • Spirulina is a blue/green algae.
  • It's the only plant source for B12, which is kind of rare.
  • Although it doesn't have a ton of flavor, it has a ton of natural nutrient benefits. So adding it to a salad is really going to take it to the next level of a super food.
HEMP SEEDS
  • Plant-Based Protein
  • Easy to Digest
  • High in Omega Fatty Acids
  • You can sprinkle it on just about anything.
ACAI
  • High Antioxidants
  • High Fiber
  • High Fatty Acids
Cherry-Acai Immunity Smoothie (Yield: About 2)
  • 1 Acai Puree Smoothie Pack
  • 1 large banana
  • 1 heaping Tbsp camu-camu powder
  • 1 large handful frozen cherries
  • splash almond milk (or liquid of your choice)
  • drizzle of agave (optional)
Place all ingredients in a blender or Vitamix and blend until smooth.

KELP

  • High in Iron
  • High in Iodine
  • Salt Replacement
  • Heart Healthy
  • Comes in Many Forms
  • Kelp is actually brown algae, which is high in minerals.
MACA
  • Used by Incan Warriors
  • An "Adaptogen" -- Fights Disease
  • Boosts Stamina
  • Fights Fatigue
  • Libido Boost
For more information:

Erin Stewart
Co-Owner -- DEFINEfoods
www.juiceboks.com

Henry Richardson
Owner -- DEFINE: body and mind
www.definebody.com

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