Super food's

SUPER FOODS!!!!

Super foods are pretty awesome.  But what are they really? Let’s do some online research to find out some of the amazing benefits of SUPER FOODS!

What is a super food? Be specific! A super food is really beneficial for your health according to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary a super food can give your diet a healthy boost. A super food is a food that can give you more energy to do things. You won’t be as tired during the day if you eat them. It can give you better sleep or clear skin.

                                                                                                                                       

What are some examples of super foods you found? List as many as you can below.

1. Fish
2. Coconut 
3. Whole grain 
4. Olive oil 
5. Yogurt
6. Leafy greens 
7. Avocados 
8. Beets
9. Horseradish 
10. Sweet potato 
11. Blueberries
12. Spelt
13. Flax seeds
14.  Figs
15. Seaweed
16. Green tea 
17. Walnuts 
18. Sesame seeds 
19. Sardines
20. Miso
21. Oregano 
22.  Turmeric 
23. Alliums 

Choose one super food and state the SUPER POWER NUTRIENTS of this food.Walnuts are a super food because they are rich in omega 3 and fatty acid alpha linoleic and fiber. And they contain one of the highest concentrations of antioxidants.Omega 3 fish oil contains both docosahexaenoic acid DHA and eicosapentaenoic acid EPA . Omega 3 fatty acids are essential nutrients that are important in preventing and managing heart disease. Findings show omega 3 fatty acids may help to Lower blood pressure

Docosahexaenoic acid, or DHA, is a type of omega-3 fat. 

EPA is an omega 3 fatty acid EPA is used as a prescription medicine to reduce triglyceride levels. As a supplement EPA is most commonly used for heart disease preventing adverse events after a heart attack depression and menopause.

Now, find one healthy snack recipe that includes your super food that would be easy to make in school. Paste a picture and the url to this recipe down ://www.clairekcreations.com/brown-sugar-walnut-biscuits/