5 Nutrition-Rich Foods You Should Be Eating More Of

5 Nutrient-Rich Foods You Should Be Eating More Of

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Nutrient-rich foods should be part of everyone’s diet. In addition to being nutrient-rich, nutrient-dense foods are also low in sugar, sodium, starches, and bad fats. Besides being high in vitamins and minerals, they are also low in calories. Vitamins and minerals, also known as micronutrients, are essential to your health.

In addition to nourishing your body, they keep you healthy. As a result, you are less likely to develop chronic diseases. When you consume them through food, your body can absorb them properly.

Make sure you eat a variety of foods to get a range of vitamins and minerals. Natural nutrient-rich foods include fruits and vegetables. In addition to lean meats and fish, whole grains, dairy products, legumes, nuts, and seeds are rich in nutrients.

In this article, we’ll discuss the top five nutrient-rich foods. These five nutrient-rich food groups should be included in everybody’s diet regularly. The five nutrient-rich food groups include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and dairy products. They’re all important for good nutrition, but which ones are best? Read on to learn more.



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5 Healthy Food Groups You Should Be Eating More Of

In a single day, you can eat only a certain amount of food. To maximize the number of nutrients rich foods you take in, it makes sense to spend your calorie budget wisely by choosing the foods that carry the greatest amount and variety of nutrients.

Here are the top 5 most nutrient-rich foods on the planet.

Nutrient-Rich Foods Group #1: Fruits

Fruits and vegetables are excellent sources of vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants, and other nutrients. They also provide satiety (the feeling of fullness) and help with weight management.

Nutrient-Rich Foods Group #2: Vegetables

Vegetables are one of the easiest ways to add more fruits and veggies to your diet. Try adding some new recipes to your repertoire, such as stir fry vegetables with chicken, pasta salad, or even pizza!

Nutrient-Rich Foods Group #3: Whole Grains

Whole grains are an excellent source of fiber, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other nutrients. They also contain less fat than refined grains.

Nutrient-Rich Foods Group #4: Lean Protein

Lean protein sources such as fish, poultry, eggs, beans, nuts, seeds, and soy products provide essential amino acids, iron, zinc, B vitamins, vitamin D, and omega-3 fatty acids.

Nutrient-Rich Foods Group #5: Dairy

Milk provides calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, sodium, and vitamin A. Yogurt contains probiotics and lactic acid bacteria, which help maintain digestive health. Cheese has high levels of protein, fat, and calcium.

Nutrient-Rich Foods Recipes

Recipe for Gluten-Free Crêpes

Ingredients for the dry mix (which can be stored):

  • 1 cup gluten-free sweet rice flour
  • 1 cup ground hazelnuts
  • 1 cup sweet white sorghum flour (like Bob’s Red Mill)
  • 1 cup teff flour (Bob’s Red Mill makes this too)
  • 1 & 1/2 tsp xantham gum (Bob’s Red Mill makes this too)

For the crèpe batter:

  • 3 eggs1 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup GF crêpe flour mix (above)
  • Butter for the crêpe pan

Directions:

1. In a container or a bowl, add the teff flour, sweet white sorghum flour, gluten-free sweet rice flour, ground hazelnuts, and lastly add the xantham gum.

2. Shake it up if in a container, or mix it well if you did it in a bowl.

3. Preheat your flat crêpe pan to medium to high heat.  Crack 3 eggs in a bowl and then add in some milk, sugar, and vanilla extract.  Whisk this mixture for a few minutes.

4. Measure out 3/4 cup of your crêpe mixture and add it to the egg mixture.  Whisk the batter together and you have your crêpe batter! It will look runny but that is right.

5. Take a little bit of butter and coat the heated pan.  Pour approximately 1/3 cup of batter into the center of the crêpe pan and swivel it around with a back-and-forth shaking motion until you have a thin, round crêpe.

6. Allow crêpe to cook until edges become golden brown, then flip and briefly allow the other side to cook. (10-15 seconds) Slide it right off the pan to a plate.

7. Dress with a small amount of Nutella, jam, or maple syrup down the middle, roll up, cut into two pieces, and serve warm.

Recipe for Lemon Herb Chicken

Ingredients:

  • 12 chicken drumsticks or thighs (or use a combination depending on your preference)
  • 1 bunch chives
  • 1 bunch of curly leaf parsley
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsps. lemon juice (approx. yield from one lemon)
  • 2 tsps. honey
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 6-8 large basil leaves

Directions:

1. Start by placing the chives and parsley into the food processor. Add only the top part of the parsley and not the stem. Add in olive oil, the touch of lemon juice, and honey, and blend all of these ingredients until you have a nice paste.

2. Add in the garlic and a little bit of salt and blend. Add in the basil and blend once again.

3. Rub the herb marinade evenly on the chicken. In an oven-proof pan place your chicken and cover it with plastic wrap to marinade in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours or overnight.

4. Remove the plastic wrap and bake uncovered for 25 minutes in a 350°F oven until it browns. Cover the chicken with foil and place it back in the oven for 30 minutes to cook it through. To make sure your chicken is all the way cooked, cut off a piece and check.

5. Once the chicken is cooked through you are ready to serve!

Enjoy!

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Recipe for Asparagus Torta

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 bunch of fresh asparagus
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/4 cup gluten-free Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/8th tsp salt Pepper, to taste
  • Butter greasing the pie dish 2 tbsp. olive oil sautéing

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 325-350°F.

2. Sautee chopped onions and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until glassy.

4. Add chopped asparagus and sauté until tender, remove from heat.

5. Whisk eggs together while asparagus is cooling.

6. Add sautéed vegetables, panko crumbs, grated parmesan, salt, and pepper to the egg mixture and combine with a whisk

7. Generously grease a glass or ceramic pie dish with butter and pour the mixture into the dish.

8. Bake for about 20 minutes or until firm and beginning to turn golden brown.

9. Cool and serve.

Recipe for Indian Rice Cakes

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose gluten-free flour (usually a blend of rice flours, like King Arthur’s brand)
  • 2/3 cup sweetened desiccated coconut (can also use unsweetened and then add more sugar to the recipe)
  • 1/4 – 1/3 cup sugar (depending on your sweet tooth)
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 2 pinches of ground cardamom (crushed from dried pods or 2-3 shakes from a pre-ground cardamom spice jar)
  • 3/4 cup plain Russian-style yogurt
  • Butter

Directions:

1. Heat your egg poacher on your stove.

2. Mix your rice flour, desiccated/dried shredded coconut, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and cardamom that is crushed and grounded.  Then mix the ingredients well.

3. Add the yogurt to the dry mix and lift and fold over to mix all the ingredients.

4. Once your poacher is boiling add a tiny bit of butter to each cup in the poacher.  Now add the batter into all the cups about ¾ of the way.  Let them cook for 5-10 minutes.

5. Using some tongs lift the cups and tip them out till the cakes pop out.  Slice them in half and add a little bit of butter with a little bit of sugar on top and serve to your kids!

Recipe for Pad Thai

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 pound wild prawns (shelled and deveined)
  • 5 tbsp. sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1/2 small white onion or 1 shallot, chopped
  • 1 fresh serrano chile, processed through a garlic press
  • 1/8 tsp paprika
  • 2 eggs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 16 oz. rice noodles
  • 4 cups boiling water

For the sauce:

  • Juice of 2 fresh limes
  • 2.5 tbsp. sugar
  • 3 tbsp. fish sauce

To garnish:

  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 cup mung bean sprouts
  • 4 lime wedges
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (optional)

Directions:

1. In a large pot boil water. Place the rice noodles in a large bowl (heat resistant) and pour the boiling water over the noodles, let the noodle cook for approximately 5-10 minutes. After 10 minutes stir the noodle in the water to prevent it from sticking. Set aside without draining the water.

2. Over med-high heat, add sesame oil to the pan and sauté the shallots and garlic for about 1 minute. Prep the serrano chili by removing the seeds and process through a garlic press.

3. Add chile to the pan and cook for another minute, add prawns with a small amount of salt and pepper and sauté them for 1-2 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque.

4. To make the sauce, in a bowl, mix fresh lime juice, sugar, and fish sauce, and set aside.

5. Flip the prawns over sprinkle paprika and toss them, and cook for another 1-2 minutes. When the tails of the prawns are pink and the prawns are bouncy they are done. Place prawns into a bowl and set them aside.

6. In a small bowl crack eggs and break the yolk. In the same pan add the rest of the sesame oil and lightly scramble the eggs. Remove the pan from the heat and turn down the heat to low.

7. Strain the noodles.

8. Place the pan back on top of the heat, add prawns, and noodles, and drizzle the sauce over. Gently toss the noodles until the sauce is all soaked into the noodles.

9. Garnish with mung bean sprouts, cilantro, lime wedges, and peanuts.

Enjoy!

Recipe for Lasagna

Ingredients:

  • 1 box GF lasagna sheets
  • 6 cups of water
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/2 white onion
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 3/4 tsp mild chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 & 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 pinches of sugar
  • 3/4 lb ground chicken thigh meat(optional)
  • 2 cups chopped shitake mushrooms
  • 1-2 cups homemade or natural, organic tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp. butter
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1-2 cups of milk
  • 1 cup grated mozzarella or Monterrey jack cheese
  • black pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Lasagna Sheets:

1. In a large pot, cook the lasagna sheets, adding a pinch of salt and 1 tbsp. olive oil to the water.

Red Sauce (Meat Sauce):

1. In a separate pot over medium to high heat, add olive oil and onions. Let the onions cook for 2 minutes.

2. Add finely chopped garlic and mix. Once the onion and garlic are all cooked, add in the meat, and break up the meat with your spatula. Add mushrooms, coriander, paprika, mild chili powder, salt, sugar, and meat. Stir and cook for about 3-4 minutes.

3. Add the tomato sauce, stir all the ingredients and let it cook for 5 minutes. After it is done cooking turn off the heat.

White Sauce:

1. In a smaller pot over medium heat add the butter.

2. Add in cornstarch and stir, add in milk while stirring until the sauce thickens, about 2 – 3 minutes. Lower the heat to low and add salt and pepper to taste.

3. Add cheese, once the cheese has melted in the white sauce turn off the heat.

Assembling:

  1. Take the cooked lasagna sheets and line them on the bottom. Layer meat sauce on top and pat it flat, add the white sauce on top, then add another layer of lasagna sheets. Repeat this step until you are done with the meat sauce.
  2. Top it off with more white sauce, sprinkle the top with cheese, cover with foil and bake it in a 350°F oven for 15 minutes or place it in the refrigerator and take it out and bake it when you are ready to cook.
  3. Take out the lasagna, cut, plate it, and enjoy!

Recipe for Ricotta Cake

Ingredients:

  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 container (16oz.) of whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup gluten-free baking mix (must have raising agent)
  • Juice from 1/2 lemon
  • 3-4 gluten-free graham crackers, crushed
  • 2 tbsp. of butter for greasing the pie dish

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.

2. Start by cracking 3 eggs and place them into a mixing bowl, then add in sugar and mix. Add the ricotta cheese and blend with the egg and sugar mixture. While it is blending, add in the gluten-free baking mix and continue to blend until it is well incorporated. Finish by adding fresh lemon juice and blend one more time.

3. Grease your pie dish with butter and sprinkle the graham crackers crumbs evenly over the bottom of the dish. You can crush the graham crackers by using a blender or food processor.

4. Pour the batter over the crumbs and place it in the oven for 25 minutes or until it begins to turn golden brown. Once the cake is golden brown let it cool or place it in the refrigerator so it tastes more like a cheesecake.

Serve and enjoy!

Recipe for Easy Blender Pancakes

Makes: 20 Pancakes

Ingredients:

  • 2 bananas
  • 3 eggs
  • ¼ cup almond oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla essence
  • ⅔ cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp. sugar
  • 1¾ cup gluten-free baking mix (with raising agent)
  • If using plain flour, add 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tbsp. chia seeds (optional)
  • Butter for pan

Directions:

1. While heating a flat pan on medium heat place all ingredients into a blender (wet ingredients first), and blend.

2. Melt a small amount of butter on the pan and pour out small circles of batter.

3. Cook on the first side until small bubbles appear, then flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the second side.

Enjoy!

Recipe for Sweet Pea Salad

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups of fresh shelled English peas (also known as shelling peas or garden peas)
  • 3-4 green onions (scallions), finely chopped
  • 1/3 cup of crumbled sheep’s milk cheese
  • 2 tbsp. of olive oil
  • 1 tsp of fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup of finely chopped Kalamata olives
  • 1 pinch of grated lemon rind
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. In a saucepan bring approx. 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water to a boil and lower in the steamer basket. While the water is coming to a boil, shell the peas and chop the onions.

2. Allow the peas to steam over boiling water in the steamer basket for approx. 2 minutes.

3. Remove the peas from the steamer and immerse them in an ice-water bath to stop the cooking process. Then strain the peas.

4. Transfer the peas into a salad bowl, and add the olives, feta cheese, onions, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon rind, and salt and pepper to taste.

5. Toss them all together and enjoy!

Recipe for Egg Sandwiches

Ingredients:

  • 6 eggs
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • 2-3 gherkins, chopped
  • 1 small shallot or ¼ red onion
  • ½ bunch of chives
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Bread for serving

Directions:

1. Place eggs in a small pot of cold water on the stove over medium heat.

2. Once the water starts boiling, allow the eggs to boil for about 12-15 minutes.

3. Remove eggs from the water and allow them to cool (can be placed in the fridge).

4. Peel the shells off the egg and place them in a bowl and mash them into small chunks with a fork.

5. Add your mayonnaise, freshly chopped shallots, your chopped gherkins or pickles, and half of the freshly chopped chives. Add salt and pepper to your liking and mix all the ingredients.

6. Scoop small amounts of the egg mix onto ½ slice of bread (I use gluten-free bread) and garnish with a few chopped chives.

Serve and enjoy!

List of Recommended Readings for Nutrient Rich Foods

  • Adam, Maya. Food Love Family: A Practical Guide to Child Nutrition. Cognella Academic Publishing, 2015.
  • Pollan, Michael. In defense of food: an eater’s manifesto. Penguin, 2008.
  • Pollan, Michael. The omnivore’s dilemma: a natural history of four meals. Penguin, 2006.
  • Pollan, Michael. Food rules: An eater’s manual. Penguin, 2009.
  • Nestle, Marion. Food politics: How the food industry influences nutrition and health. Vol. 3. Univ of California Press, 2013.
  • Nestle, Marion. What to eat. Macmillan, 2010.
  • Foer, Jonathan Safran. Eating animals. Penguin UK, 2010.
  • Bittman, Mark. Food matters: a guide to conscious eating with more than 75 recipes. Simon and Schuster, 2008.

List of Recommended Documentaries

  • In defense of food. Dir: Michael Schwarz. PBS. 2015. The full documentary is available in the US at http://www.pbs.org/video/2365635287/
  • Food, Inc. Dir: Robert Kenner. Magnolia Home Entertainment. 2009.
  • Fed Up. Dir: Stephanie Soechtig. Anchor Bay. 2014.
  • Forks Over Knives. Dir: Lee Fulkerson. Virgil Films & Entertainment. 2011.

List of Recommended Websites

  • myfitnesspal. Free calorie counter, diet, and exercise tracker. https://www.myfitnesspal.com/
  • Grokker. Yoga, fitness, and cooking video classes. https://grokker.com/
  • Institute for Responsible Nutrition. Food-related, science-based health news. http://www.responsiblefoods.org/
  • The Nutrition Source, Harvard School of Public Health. Evidence-based nutrition recommendations. http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/

Nutrient Rich Foods FAQs

Nutrient-rich foods

Nutrient-dense foods are rich in vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients important for health, without too much saturated fat, added sugars, and sodium. We’re talking fruits, vegetables, whole grains, non-fat and low-fat dairy, fish and seafood, unprocessed lean meat and skinless poultry, nuts, and legumes.

Food rich zinc

Zinc is an essential mineral, and eating enough is important for maintaining good health. The best way to ensure you are getting enough is to eat a varied diet with good sources of zinc, such as meat, seafood, nuts, seeds, legumes, and dairy.

These foods can be easy and delicious additions to your diet. If you’re worried that you’re not getting enough zinc through your diet, consider speaking to your healthcare provider about the possibility of taking a supplement.

Rich nutrient foods

  1. Fish.
  2. Broccoli or any cruciferous vegetables.
  3. Beets.
  4. Spinach and other leafy green vegetables.
  5. Kale.
  6. Peanut butter.
  7. Almonds.
  8. Mangos.

Nutrient-dense foods examples

There are more than 40 different kinds of nutrients in food and they can generally be classified into the following 7 major groups:

  1. Carbohydrates.
  2. Proteins.
  3. Fats.
  4. Vitamins.
  5. Minerals.
  6. Dietary fiber.
  7. Water.

Are nutrient-dense foods high in calories?

Nutrient-dense foods often are lower in calories compared to other foods with fewer nutrients. For example, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, nuts, beans, seeds, and certain oils are all considered nutrient dense.

How many nutrients do I need?

Women ages 19 to 50 should aim for 1,800 to 2,000 daily calories, and women ages 51 and older have 1,600 calories. Men ages 19 to 50 should aim for 2,200 to 2,400 calories, and for those ages 51 and older 2,000 calories.

Nutrient-dense foods meaning

Nutrient density identifies the number of beneficial nutrients in a food product in proportion to e.g. energy content, weight, or amount of detrimental nutrients. Terms such as nutrient-rich and micronutrient dense refer to similar properties. (Source: Wikipedia)

Nutrient-rich foods for weight gain/ Most nutrient-rich foods / Whole nutrient dense foods

Examples of calorie-rich foods include Proteins: Red meats, pork, chicken with skin on (roast or broil don’t deep fry for your health), salmon or other oily fish, beans, whole milk, eggs, cheese, and full-fat yogurt. Carbohydrates: potatoes, brown rice, whole grain pasta, whole grains, whole grain bread.

What are some nutrient-rich foods?

Nutrition is an important aspect of life, so why not take advantage of these healthy options?

What Are Some Nutrient Rich Foods?

Nutrient-rich foods include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts, seeds, and dairy products. These foods provide essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, protein, and other nutrients that keep us strong and healthy.

Salmon

Many people think of salmon as fish, but it’s a type of meat. It’s high in omega-3 fatty acids, which help protect against cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and arthritis. Avocado contains monounsaturated fats, which lower cholesterol levels. Kale has more than twice the vitamin A of carrots and is also packed with folate, iron, calcium, and potassium.

Broccoli

Broccoli is rich in vitamins C and K, fiber, and minerals such as magnesium, manganese, and copper. It’s also a good source of protein. Broccoli is one of the highest sources of lutein and zeaxanthin, two antioxidants that support eye health.

Beans

Legumes (beans) are another excellent food choice because they contain high amounts of fiber, folate, iron, zinc, and potassium. They’re also low in calories and fat. You can find them at grocery stores, farmers’ markets, and even some restaurants.

Eggs

Eggs are one of the best sources of protein out there. They’re inexpensive, easy to prepare, and packed with nutrients. One large egg contains 6 grams of protein, 5 milligrams of cholesterol, and only 70 calories.

Yogurt

Yogurt is a good source of calcium, vitamin D, and probiotics. It also has a low-calorie count. A cup of plain yogurt contains 100 calories and 8 grams of protein.

Nutrient-rich foods for pregnancy

Pregnancy is an exciting time for both mother and baby. But certain nutrients should be taken care of during pregnancy. These five foods are great sources of nutrition for pregnant women.

Top 5 Foods for Pregnant Women

During pregnancy, it’s important to take in enough calories and nutrients to support your growing body. Here are five nutrient-rich foods that will give you energy and keep you feeling good throughout your pregnancy.

Spinach

Spinach is one of the best vegetables for pregnant women because it contains iron, folate, vitamin C, calcium, potassium, fiber, and protein. It also has some B vitamins and antioxidants.

Blueberries

Blueberries are high in antioxidants and contain more than twice as much Vitamin K as other fruits. They are also rich in dietary fiber, manganese, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc.

Salmon

Salmon is a good source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, B vitamins, iron, calcium, and selenium. It has been shown to reduce the risk of preeclampsia (high blood pressure) and preterm birth.

Beans

Legumes such as beans and lentils are high in fiber and low in fat. They also contain folate, potassium, magnesium, and zinc. Folate helps prevent neural tube defects in babies. Potassium helps maintain fluid balance and electrolyte levels. Magnesium helps with muscle cramping and relaxation. Zinc aids in cell growth and development.

Eggs

Other good sources of protein include lean meats, fish, poultry, dairy products, eggs, nuts, seeds, soybeans, and tofu. Protein is essential for building strong muscles and bones. It also helps build blood cells and hormones.

Nutrient-rich foods to gain weight

Protein is an essential nutrient that helps build muscles and maintain healthy bones. But did you know that some foods contain more protein than others? Read on to discover the top five foods for gaining weight!

Foods for Weight Gain

The best way to gain weight is by eating enough calories and consuming enough protein. These foods will give you the most bang for your buck when it comes to building muscle mass.

If you’re looking to add bulk to your diet, these foods should be at the top of your list. They’ll help you pack on lean muscle mass while also providing plenty of nutrients.

Note:
  1. These are just a few of the top foods for weight gain. There are so many other options out there, though, that you might not even realize how much protein each food contains. Check out our infographic below to see what foods are packed with protein.
  2. If you’re looking to add muscle mass, you need to eat enough protein. It’s one of the building blocks of muscle tissue. And while chicken, beef, fish, and pork are all good sources of protein, they aren’t necessarily the best choices for weight gain. That honor goes to beans, nuts, seeds, dairy products, eggs, and soybeans.
  3. In addition to being high in protein, these foods also provide other nutrients that help with weight loss. They’re low in calories, so they won’t cause you to feel hungry. Plus, they’re packed with fiber, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals.
  4. Salmon, tuna, mackerel, sardines, and herring are among the top choices for fish lovers who want to gain weight. These lean meats are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which help reduce inflammation and improve cardiovascular health. They’re also loaded with vitamin D, which supports bone health.
Foods for Weight Gain
  1. Homemade protein smoothies. Drinking homemade protein smoothies can be a highly nutritious and quick way to gain weight.
  2. Milk.
  3. Rice.
  4. Nuts and nut butter.
  5. Red meats.
  6. Potatoes and starches.
  7. Salmon and oily fish.
  8. Protein supplements.

List of nutrient-rich foods

Nutrient Rich Foods List for Healthy Living: Download Healthy Diet Pdf

A list of nutrient-rich foods that you should be eating daily. This list includes foods that contain high amounts of vitamins, minerals, fiber, protein, and other nutrients.

Nutrient-Rich Foods #1: Almonds

These foods are packed with essential nutrients that help keep our bodies healthy. They also provide us with energy and make us feel good.

Nutrient-Rich Foods #2: Apples

Apples are one of the most nutritious fruits available. They contain fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants.

Nutrient-Rich Foods #3: Avocados

Avocados are an excellent source of healthy fats, vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber. They are also low in calories and sodium.

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Nutrient-dense foods for muscle gain

Lean Beef—Beef has always been one of the most well-known foods to promote muscle growth because it is made up of protein, essential amino acids, Creatine, and B-vitamins. The saturated fat found in beef also contributes to healthy testosterone levels. The monounsaturated fat found in beef is good for heart health as well.



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