This is from an article by David H. Murdock, I hope I have it linked properly the whole article and the accompanying references are just as awesome.
The Healthiest Foods on Earth
 The Healthiest Foods on Earth
 
                    | Pineapple | Speeds post-surgery | Promotes joint health | Reduces asthma inflammation | 
| Blueberries | Restore antioxidant levels | Reverse age-related brain decline | Prevent urinary tract infection | 
| Spinach | Helps maintain mental sharpness | Reduces the risk of cancers of the liver, ovaries, colon and prostate | Top nutrient density | 
| Red Bell Pepper | Reduces risk of lung, prostate, ovarian and cervical cancer | Protects against sunburn | Promotes heart health | 
| Broccoli | Reduces diabetic damage | Lowers risk of prostate, bladder, colon, pancreatic, gastric and breast cancer | Protects the brain in event of injury | 
| Tomato | Reduces inflammation | Lowers risk of developing esophageal, stomach, colorectal, lung and pancreatic cancer | Reduces cardiovascular disease risk | 
| Apple | Supports immunity | Fights lung and prostate cancer | Lowers Alzheimer’s risk | 
| Artichoke | Helps blood clotting | Antioxidant Superfood | Lowers “bad” cholesterol | 
| Arugula | Lowers birth defect risk | Reduces fracture risk | Protects eye health | 
| Asparagus | Nourishes good gut bacteria | Protects against birth defects | Promotes heart health | 
| Avocado | Limits liver damage | Reduces oral cancer risk | Lowers cholesterol levels | 
| Blackberries | Build bone density | Suppress appetite | Enhance fat burning | 
| Butternut Squash | Supports night vision | Combats wrinkles | Promotes heart health | 
| Cantaloupe | Bolsters immunity | Protects skin against sunburn | Reduces inflammation | 
| Carrot | Antioxidants defend DNA | Fights cataracts | Protects against some cancers | 
| Cauliflower | Stimulates detoxification | Suppresses breast cancer cell growth | Defends against prostate cancer | 
| Cherries | Alleviate arthritic pain and gout | Lower “bad” cholesterol | Reduce inflammation | 
| Cranberries | Alleviate prostate pain | Fight lung, colon and leukemia cancer cells | Prevent urinary tract infection | 
| Green Cabbage | Promotes healthy blood clotting | Reduces risk of prostate, colon, breast and ovarian cancers | Activates the body’s natural detoxification systems | 
| Kale | Counters harmful estrogens that can feed cancer | Protects eyes against sun damage and cataracts | Increases bone density | 
| Kiwi | Combats wrinkles | Lowers blood clot risk and reduces blood lipids | Counters constipation | 
| Mango | Supports immunity | Lowers “bad” cholesterol | Regulates homocysteine to protect arteries | 
| Mushrooms | Promote natural detoxification | Reduce the risk of colon and prostate cancer | Lower blood pressure | 
| Orange | Reduces levels of “bad” cholesterol | Lowers risk of cancers of the mouth, throat, breast and stomach, and childhood leukemia | Pectin suppresses appetite | 
| Papaya | Enzymes aid digestion | Reduces risk of lung cancer | Enhances fat burning | 
| Plums & Prunes | Counter constipation | Antioxidants defend against DNA damage | Protects against post-menopausal bone loss | 
| Pomegranate | Enhances sunscreen protection | Lowers “bad” cholesterol | Fights prostate cancer | 
| Pumpkin | Protects joints against polyarthritis | Lowers lung and prostate cancer risk | Reduces inflammation | 
| Raspberries | Inhibit growth of oral, breast, colon and prostate cancers | Antioxidant DNA defense | Lower “bad” cholesterol levels | 
| Strawberries | Protect against Alzheimer’s | Reduce “bad” cholesterol | Suppress growth of colon, prostate and oral cancer | 
| Sweet Potato | Reduces stroke risk | Lowers cancer risk | Protect against blindness | 
| Watermelon | Supports male fertility | Reduces risk of several cancers: prostate, ovarian, cervical, oral and pharyngeal | Protects skin against sunburn | 
| Banana | Increases Fat Burning | Lowers risk of colorectal and kidney cancer, leukemia | Reduces asthmas symptoms in children | 
 
 
What a great list. I eat most of these, though I confess, I don't know what to do with a pomegranate!
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Very cool list...I don't see Ding Dongs on the list anywhere, maybe I should re-read more closely, they HAVE to be on there somewhere ;) Ha ha. why is it so hard for me to eat in a way which is healthy and nurishing for my body? My head knows the right thing, my taste buds love this stuff. I will continue the small changes which add up! K
ReplyDeletewhat the body is eating is the last thing on its mind when stressed out - don't be too hard on yourself you are evolving - thanks for the ding dong giggle - peace for all
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