Blueberries are best credited with its fantastic oxidant content where a cup of blueberries contains 85 calories. However, blueberries are now known for an incredible ingredient called c3g or cyanidin 3 glucoside that can decrease blood sugar without hindering the muscle building process called protein synthesis.
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Cucumber is almost 85% water and is just 16 calories per serving. In fact, many throw away the skin but that too contains a lot of nutritional value. The seeds and peel provide a rich source of beta-carotene good for the eyes.
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Tomatoes are rich in Lycopene which is a carotenoid that helps the body combat chronic disease. Tomatoes are also rich in vitamins like A, C and B2. They are rich in fiber, folate, potassium and chromium. One medium tomato will give you just 25 calories. The best way to enjoy your tomatoes is by chopping it and combining it with chopped garlic, chopped parsley, basil and a dash of extra virgin olive oil tossed into semolina pasta.
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Grapefruits are one of nature’s superfoods and help you lose weight. They are rich in fiber and stabilize blood sugar. Grapefruit also satiates you and keeps you full. One-half grapefruit contains only 50 calories. Vitamin C in grapefruit can also protect you from a number of diseases. The fruit also decreases cholesterol and improves digestion.
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Now, this is another superfood that everyone should include in their diet. Broccoli contains sulforaphane which is an anti-carcinogen that can destroy free radicals and cancer-causing agents found in the body. Broccoli is rich in vitamin K, A, C and E so it is also good for your skin. One serving of steamed broccoli contains only 33 calories and provides you 20% of a daily requirement of fiber.
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