Foods hold age-old and newly discovered anti-aging secrets to longevity and a life of good health. A tomato isn’t just a tasty salad item but a source of nutrients that can protect your skin, heart, and much more. Cranberries aren’t just a side dish on Thanksgiving, but rather a berry with powerful nutrients that can keep watch over your heart, stomach, and urinary tract. For a healthy, long life, take advantage of Mother Nature’s treasure chest.

1. Apples - For overall health. “An apple a day keeps the Doctor away.”
2. Avocados - Rich in mono-unsaturated fats and plant sterols for heart health.
3. Beans/Lentils - High in fiber and flavonoid antioxidants, especially red kidney beans.
4. Blueberries/Bilberries - For healthy brain function and veins.
5. Broccoli (and other cruciferous veggies) - For immunity against toxins.
6. Brown Rice - For energy, heart health & colon health.
7. Cranberries - Help fight bacteria that cause urinary tract infections, good for gastric and overall health.
8. Cherries - Lessen the pain of achy joints and fight inflammation.
9. Cinnamon - Helps keep blood sugar in check.
10. Cocoa - Rich in flavonoids that help circulation and improve your mood.
11. Eggs/Lecithin (Choline-Rich) - Benefit the brain, eyes and cell membranes.
12. Garlic - Helps circulation and immunity.
13. Ginger - Possesses anti-bacterial properties.
14. Grapes - Support heart & brain health. Provide resveratrol, the longevity nutrient.
15. Green Tea/Black Tea -Contains Polyphenol antioxidants good for the heart, joints and support of cell health.
16. Mushrooms - Help support immune function.
17. Seeds & Nuts (Peanuts, Almonds, Walnuts) - Rich in vitamin E, magnesium, omega-3’s and monounsaturated fats for cardiovascular health.
18. Olive Oil - Monounsaturated fat that benefits the heart and cardiovascular system.
19. Oregano - May benefit the immune system & fight infection.
20. Parsley - A good source of vitamin C, iodine, iron, and other minerals. May have anti-microbial properties.
21. Pomegranates - May benefit the brain, sugar levels, cardiovascular health and skin.
22. Plums/Prunes - Rich in antioxidants. A “superstar” for helping regularity.
23. Salmon/Sardines/Mackerel (lowest in mercury) - May support brain and heart health, benefit the skin, reduce triglycerides and support metabolism.
24. Strawberries - Rich in antioxidants which support cardiovascular and brain function.
25. Spinach (any leafy, green veggie) - Benefits vision.
26. Sweet Potatoes - High in potassium for natural blood pressure control.
27. Tomatoes - Cook them or use the sauce to release more Lycopene, which helps support vital skin, heart, breast and prostate health.
28. Tumeric/Curry - Potent anti-inflammatory and blood thinner that helps brain function.
29. Whole Grains - Help maintain healthy cholesterol levels and provide B vitamins which are essential for energy.
30. Yogurt - Good bacteria helps benefit digestion and skin health, Calcium helps support weight loss and skin health.