superfood

Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae that’s a surprisingly good source of protein and all the essential amino acids. Your body uses protein to make amino acids, which provide energy and help repair muscles and tissue, among other functions.

Health benefit: This recipe is bursting with antioxidant-rich 
fruits like pomegranate, red grapes and goji berries. Plus, pineapple, cilantro and mint have all been studied for their digestive and 
anti-inflammatory benefits that help you beat the bloat.

We’ve packed six health-boosting superfoods – oats, coconut, chia, cinnamon, maca and dark chocolate – into these chewy, delicious cookies for the ultimate on-the-run breakfast or snack that will truly satisfy your taste buds.

A natural libido enhancer, maca has been used for thousands of years to increase stamina, energy and sexual function.

Mustard greens have unique compounds that help support your body's ability to detoxify and help thwart the development of cancer cells.

Sardines are a health food in a can! Loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, sardines can improve mood, brain function, circulation and metabolism.

Sorghum, a gluten-free chewy whole grain, has high levels of antioxidants that may inhibit the development of type 2 diabetes.

The cacao nibs in this recipe contain antioxidant flavanols which are known to help lower blood pressure and act as an anti-inflammatory.

Adzuki beans are incredibly high in fiber and protein and are easier to digest than other varieties.

Clean up your risotto by replacing rice with cooked cauliflower. Rich in antioxidants and cancer-fighting properties, cauliflower risotto will become your new mealtime staple.

This veggie kimchi stew is loaded with healthful fermented veggies that deliver probiotics to increase the body's immunity.

This creamy, gluten-free acorn squash soup is flavored with fresh ginger. Ginger has numerous benefits for the gastrointestinal tract.

These roasted veggies make a delicious meatless dinner. Turmeric, a classic Indian spice, is a known anti-inflammatory with cancer-fighting properties.

Baking fish in parchment paper, a quick-cooking method, gently preserves the fish's tenderness while capturing its flavor. Top it with a cool cucumber salsa.

Try crushed walnuts on shrimp for a faux fried finish that really satisfies.

Rich in micronutrients, Swiss chard is the workhorse of leafy greens. To avoid bitterness, destem and steam the leaves for a few minutes before using as wraps.

Packed with the superfood power of butternut squash, these delicate butternut squash souffles weigh in at only 94 Calories!

The subtle hue of our red velvet cake is our natural answer to food dye: beets!