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As we were discussing earlier, there are a number of healthy foods, called super foods that provide us with a large quantity or variety of nutrients in relatively small portions. They have more nutritional value per calorie than any other food in the world. No wonder they are used ardently in weight control! Apart from being low on calorie, these foods help us prevent and treat a number of diseases and ailments like cancer and high blood pressure by providing the body it with the nutrients it requires to prevent or cure such conditions. Regular consumption of these super foods will ensure that the nutritional value of every single meal of yours is high and that your body is equipped to lead a healthy and long life.

Here is the remainder of the top 10 list of the best super foods in the world:

Oats

Oats are an extremely good food option if your goal is to reduce cholesterol. It has been proven by researches and studies that up to 23% cholesterol can be reduced simply by having one bowl of oats every day. Apart from being a boon to people with high cholesterol, oats are also a boon to diabetics. Unlike many other grains, they do not cause the steep spike in blood sugar levels as their sugar content is lower than most grains. Oats are also great in weight control.

Salmon

Salmon is a great option for people with any kind of a heart problem. They have high quantities of omega-3 fatty acids as well as other essential fatty acids. These fatty acids ensure that the heart is functioning properly and prevents heart diseases. They also significantly reduce the risk of a stroke by inhibiting the clotting of blood in the blood stream.

Spinach

Popeye stories aside, spinach does have a large number of nutrients that help make our body healthy and fit. But, the most important nutrient in spinach is lutein, which if consumed on a regular basis, can help prevent cataract as well as common deterioration of eyesight due to macular degeneration that happens with age. Thus, regular consumption of spinach can actually prevent the loss of eyesight that is considered unavoidable as age progresses.

Tomatoes

You may be surprised to find tomatoes on the list of super foods, but they do pack quite a number of nutrients per calorie. Most importantly, though, they contain lycopene. Lycopene is amongst rare antioxidants that you will not find in many other foods. Like other antioxidants, it prevents the damage caused by free radicals inside our bodies and prevents our internal organs from getting damaged as well as from ageing. Regular consumption of tomatoes may well help reverse the signs of ageing.

Turkey

Turkey is one of the leanest meats in the world, with a lot of proteins and very few calories. Turkey also contains selenium, which is known to prevent cancer, boost our immunity system as well as aid in the proper functioning of our thyroid gland.