Eggs

Eggs were given a really hard time in the eighties but now they are back and more super than ever and that is great news for egg lovers. It has been proven that eating eggs will not give you high cholesterol as originally reported. In fact, eggs are full of high-quality proteins, vitamins and minerals and should be a part of any healthy diet.  An egg is a compact package of nutrition which provides every vitamin except vitamin C and a host of essential minerals as well as vitamin B12, and folate. Eggs are also a rich source of vitamin K and just one egg contains one-third of the daily recommended amount for women.  I 

recommend two or three servings of eggs per week.

Spinach

Spinach is my favourite super food and I am saving the best for last!. It contains a cross section of phytonutrients and antioxidants including vitamin K, coenzyme Q10, folate, iron, and the carotenoids - lutein, zeaxanthin. Spinach is also an excellent source of vitamin C, beta carotene and vitamin E. An average serve of natures finest super food provides 5 mg of vitamin C, which is an eighth of the recommended daily intake. It is also full of antioxidants.

Nuts

Nuts are not only yummy but also contain healthy oils, fibre, vitamins and minerals, potent phytochemicals and the amino acid arginine. Nuts are very beneficial for heart health and if you add a handful of nuts, five times a week to your diet it will decrease your risk of coronary heart disease.  Walnuts are one of the best plant sources of protein. They are rich in fibre, B vitamins, magnesium, and antioxidants such as Vitamin E.  If you are concerned about mould and myco-toxins in nuts be sure to soak them in sea salt and filtered water overnight and then dry in the oven at 50 degrees Celsius for a yummy crispy snack. I love to make sea salt and apple cider vinegar crispy almonds they are divine.

Wild Salmon

Wild Salmon is high in protein and minerals such as iodine, potassium and zinc. Salmon contains omega-3 fats which are the ultimate anti-aging nutrient. They are also a large part of the structure of your brain and nerve tissues.  Omega 3 fats are beneficial for good eyesight. The best kind of salmon to eat is Wild Salmon as it contains lots of vitamin D and selenium for healthy hair, skin, nails and bones. For optimum health benefits salmon should be consumed at least three times a week.

If you’re looking to boost your energy and improve your health and general wellbeing snacking on a few nuts and eating some greens for dinner is a great start but it will not provide you with overall optimum health.

The nutrients in foods are synergistic and work together in benefiting your entire body.  Consuming a varied diet with a variety of wholefoods and fresh produce is the best way to obtain your daily requirements along with additional key vitamins and mineral supplements such as Calcium and Magnesium, Vitamin A, B, C, D and E which are all included in the Supercharged Foods Super Shake.

Look at food simply and try and choose things that are as close to their natural state as possible.  Avoid processed and artificial foods that are taxing to the immune system and include as many as the following immune-boosting foods as possible.

When you have a bath with Epsom salts, the magnesium sulphate is absorbed through the skin, and draws toxins from the body.  It also sedates the nervous system to relax you completely, reduces swelling, relaxes muscles, relieves muscular aches and pains and is also a natural emollient and exfoliator.

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The most important step to detoxifying your body is to eat a nutrient-dense diet along with the supplements I have recommended. The diet not only detoxifies but also heals the body from any health issues. A beneficial detox diet consists of eating healthy protein sources from meat, eggs and fish along with fats which are beneficial such as extra virgin cold pressed olive oil, extra virgin coconut oil as well natural animal fats and fish oils which contain omega-3 essential fatty acids. 

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If you are feeling like you need a little help in boosting the nutritional value of your everyday meals then SF SuperFoods has just the answer! Their Protein Blend and Omega-3 Blend are two of their four specifically formulated blends. These blends contain a wide range of nutrients sourced from the finest quality grains, seeds, nuts and berries from Australia and around the world. The blends help with digestion and assist with absorption of vital nutrients into the body. Incorporating these blends into your diet will allow you to easily meet the Daily Intake (DI) levels for Protein and Omega-3.

It’s really important to ensure you include an adequate amount of protein in your diet as it is essential for maintaining strong bones, muscles, cartilage, skin and blood. Proteins also act as the building blocks for vitamins, hormones and enzymes. The SF SuperFoods Protein Blend contains a mix of milled flaxseed, almonds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds and pepitas and provides 23% of your daily DI levels in each 45g serve.

Omega-3 fatty acids offer so many benefits for the body. They help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke; reduce symptoms of hypertension, depression, joint pain and other rheumatoid problems as well as assisting with certain skin ailments. The SF Superfoods Omega-3 Blend is made up of a mix of milled flaxseed, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, hazelnuts, pepitas and chia seeds.

The blends contain no artificial colours, flavours or added preservatives and the addition of these blends will boost your energy levels and allow you to meet the DI levels for Protein and Omega-3…all in all providing great support for a well balanced diet.

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I recently used the SF Superfoods Protein Blend as part of my latest Bliss Ball recipe….

Coconut and Almond Bliss Balls

 Makes 12

 Ingredients

• 1/2 cup almond meal
• 1/2 cup coconut flakes
• 1 cup chopped mixed nuts such as almonds, cashews, brazils, hazelnuts
• 1/4 cup sesame seeds
• 1 TBS SF Protein Blend
• 5 tablespoons almond nut butter
• 1/2 cup tahini
• 8 drops liquid stevia
• extra sesame seeds, for coating

• Put the almond meal, coconut flakes, protein blend, nuts and sesame seeds in a food processor and process until combined. Add the almond butter, tahini and stevia and continue to process until combined. 
• Divide the mixture into 12 equal parts then using your hands, roll each one into a ball. Put the extra sesame seeds in a bowl and roll the balls in them to coat all over. Place them well spaced on a flat tray and refrigerate until party time.