our grocery shopping list may not include these foods but perhaps
it should. “The 11 Best Foods You Aren’t Eating”
from New York Times health columnist Tara Parker-Pope are based
on Dr. Jonny Bowden’s book The 150 Healthiest Foods on
Earth.
1
Beets
Think of them as red spinach because they’re a rich source
of folate plus natural red pigments that may be cancer fighters.
HOW
TO EAT: Fresh, raw and  grated
in a cold salad. (Heating decreases the antioxidant power.)
2
Cabbage
Loaded with nutrients that boost cancer-fighting enzymes. HOW
TO EAT: As a slaw or crunchy topping on burgers and
sandwiches.
3
Swiss
chard A leafy green packed with carotenoids that
protect aging eyes. HOW
TO EAT: Chop and saute in olive oil.
4
Cinnamon
May help control blood sugar and cholesterol. HOW
TO EAT: Sprinkle on coffee or oatmeal.
5
Pomegranates
May help lower blood pressure. Rich with antioxidants. HOW
TO EAT: Munch on the seeds and drink the juice.
6
Dried
plums Yes, of course, they are really prunes, loaded
with antioxidants. HOW
TO EAT: Plain, stewed or wrapped in prosciutto and
baked.
7
Pumpkin
seeds The most nutritious part of the pumpkin with
magnesium and other beneficial minerals. HOW
TO EAT: Roasted as a snack or sprinkled on salad.
 8
Sardines
High in omega-3 fats and calcium with virtually no mercury. They
also contain iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper,
manganese and B vitamins. HOW
TO EAT: Plain, mixed with salad, on toast, or mashed
with mustard and onions as a spread. (Pick sardines packed in olive
or sardine oil.)
9
Turmeric
A superstar spice that may have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer
properties. HOW
TO EAT: Mixed with scrambled eggs or in a vegetable
dish.
10
Frozen blueberries A good substitute for fresh. Available
year-round. Linked in studies to better memory. HOW
TO EAT: With yogurt and sprinkled with crushed almonds.
11
Canned
pumpkin A low-cal vegetable high in fiber and vitamin
A. HOW
TO EAT: With a little butter, cinnamon and nutmeg.
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