Green tea contains antioxidant EGCG, which may reduce the risk of various cancers. Susan Bowerman, assistant director at the Center for Human Nutrition, University of California, Los Angeles revealed "phytonutrients in tea also supports the growth of good bacteria in the digestive tract."
According to him, phytonutrients works by inhibiting the growth of bad bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract such as E. coli, Clostridium, and Salmonella, so that good bacteria work undisturbed. This is important because, 70% of the immune system in the gastrointestinal tract. Simply consumption of 4 cups of green tea a day to get the benefits.
2. Chili
"Chili stimulate metabolism, acts as a natural blood thinner and helps release endorphins," says Gunnar Petersen, celebrity trainer certified. Chili is also rich in beta carotene, which converts vitamin A in the blood and fight infection.
Likewise, in charge of capsaicin inhibits neuropeptides (chemicals that cause inflammation). Spicy chili even contain anticancer. Consume one tablespoon of chili per day to help the body stay in shape.
3. Ginger
Contrary to what is believed to have been, ginger is not the root, but the stems, which means it contains living compounds that improve one's health. Well-known compounds useful is gingerol, a compound that can suppress cancer as demonstrated various studies, effective against colon cancer.
Make juice from fresh ginger, add to drinks or foods that are about to eat. The more consumption the better, can be warm too lho dikala cold.
4. Blueberries
"Small pieces of this powerful fruit can help prevent many diseases, from cancer to heart disease," said Ryan Andrews, director of research at Precision Nutrition, Toronto, Canada.
One serving plate or equivalent to 3.5 ounces of blueberries contain more antioxidants than any fruit. Combine strawberries with lemon and then a blender, then it will become a powerful super food to fight various diseases.
5. Cinnamon
Known as a sweetener and flavor complement for Indian food, cinnamon is rich in antioxidants that inhibit blood clotting and bacterial growth (including bad breath that makes self-conscious).
"Various studies have also shown that cinnamon helps stabilize blood sugar, reduce type 2 diabetes," says dietitian Nancy Clark, author of Nancy Clark's Sports Nutrition Guidebook (Human Kinetics, 1996). Bonus, cinnamon can reduce bad cholesterol. Try half a teaspoon per day, mix in drinks.
