Health Tip: Black Foods
In an ongoing effort to select foods that serve to improve one’s overall health, don’t forgo certain black foods in your diet. In particular, black beans, rice, sesame seeds and vinegar. In addition to their black color, all of these foods contain antioxidants called anthocyanins, which possess anti-inflammatory properties. Following are some additional benefits of these black foods.
Black beans, including black soybeans, are excellent sources of both protein and fiber. Additionally, they are great sources of iron, folate, and magnesium. They also help to regulate blood sugars and control cholesterol in the body.
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While rice is the staple food of more than half of the world’s population, black rice is an especially healthy choice. Also known as Forbidden Rice, it is believed that black rice was originally grown for the emperors of China. Black rice is well-regarded for its purple-black color, nutty taste and fragrant aroma. More importantly, black rice is loaded with pigments and iron which act as a blood builders in the body.
Black sesame seeds are high in both protein and fiber. In addition, they are beneficial in supplying the body with iron and Vitamin E for the skin.
Lastly, black vinegar (sorry, but balsamic vinegar does not fall into this category) is useful in controlling blood pressure by serving as a natural blood thinner. It also contains important vitamins, amino acids and minerals that will help raise your energy.
Making an effort to incorporate these anti-inflammatory foods into your regular diet will aid us all in helping to protect against cancer, heart disease and aging.
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