Saturday, February 4, 2012

Healthy Foods


Healthy Foods help fight cancer

Vegetables & Fruits

  • leafy greens
  • brussels sprouts
  • tomatoes
  • beets
  • carrots
  • sweet potatoes
  • squash
  • broccoli
  • onions, leeks, shallots
  • mushrooms
  • lentils
  • peppers: bell, jalapeno
  • spinach
  • oranges
  • grapefruit
  • lemon
  • lime
  • apples
  • berries – blueberries, strawberries, raspberries
  • apricots
  • pomegranates
  • mango

Whole Grains

  • whole grains (bread, pasta, tortillas)
  • oats
  • flaxseed
  • quinoa

Proteins

  • salmon
  • mackerel
  • tilapia
  • tuna
  • soy products (tofu, beans, milk)

Spices & Herbs:

  • turmeric
  • ginger
  • cinnamon
  • rosemary
  • curry
  • chive
  • garlic
  • basil

Nuts/seeds/oils

  • pecans
  • walnuts
  • almonds
  • hazelnuts
  • flaxseed/flaxseed oil
  • olive oil
  • canola oil

Desserts/sweeteners

  • dark chocolate

Beverages

  • green tea
  • ginger tea
  • red wine (1 glass/day)