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           Get Ready for 2014 Superfoods!!!!!!!!! 

Here is a list of foods you want to add to your shelves this year:

 

Hemp hearts- Also known as hulled hemp seeds. packed with protein, fatty acids and B vitamins

Microgreens- The term "doesn't just apply to the size of the leafy veggies- it also means they're younger, having been picked at less than 14 days old.

Coconut flour- It's easy to see why some dietitians like this flour: It's gluten-free, relatively low in carbs and has a natural sweetness.

Nutritional yeast- This powdery, deactivated yeast has long been a staple in vegan diets because it can substitute for cheese in dishes.

Freekeh- A cousin of bulgur, this ancient grain is lower on the glycemic index than other whole grains (meaning that it is digested more slowly, keeping blood sugar levels from spiking) and higher in protein and fiber than quinoa

Kefir- It has more protein and less sugar than yogurt, but with the same creamy texture, tangy taste, and probiotics

Jicama- excellent source of vitamin C, which may boost collagen and fight wrinkles.

Black Garlic- Fermentation gives this garlic it's sweet, clove-and-caramel flavor and concentrates its natural antioxidants to nearly double that of a raw bulb.

Kelp- Loaded with vitamin K, calcium, and other essential nutrients.

Barley and Whole Grain Barley  Flour-

is rich in niacin (for healthy hair and skin) and cancer-fighting lignans.  

 

 

Chopping wood for 15 minutes burns about 100 calories. Stack it and carry several logs into the house for additional calorie burning benefits.
*calories are based on activity level, age, gender and height and may vary from person to person.
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