New year, new superfoods. Kale, quinoa, acai – you’ve tried them all and this year you’ve vowed to check out all of the latest superfoods making waves in the health and wellness industry.
Check out these 3 superfoods that are full of flavor, Instagram-friendly and loaded with nutrients!
Blue Majik
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Popularly referred to as Blue Majik, this beautiful blue powder is blue-green algae known as spirulina. This incredible blue hued food is packed with protein, B vitamins and minerals. This superfood is also loaded with C-phycocyanin, a powerful antioxidant that helps reduce inflammation. Try this quick and simple banana spirulina smoothie bowl!
Turmeric
If you’re a fan of Indian food, you’re no stranger to turmeric. However, you may be unaware of all of the nutritious benefits that this spice holds. It’s a powerful antioxidant that helps with arthritis, inflammation and it may help in combating diabetes and cancer.
Reishi Mushrooms
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A staple in traditional chinese medicine, reishi mushrooms are a potent adaptogenic herb, meaning that this superfoods helps your body adapt. Reishi mushrooms are excellent for healing and aiding your body in regulating cortisol, boosting the immune system, aids in liver regeneration and may reduce cancer cells. It also has powerful therapeutic benefits for neuropathic degenerative disorders, such as Alzheimers and Huntington’s Disease.
