8 super foods to fight weight gain and reduce stress

Rich in nutrients and vitamins, these are anti-weight gain, anti-stress and anti-aging treasures. So be sure to include these superfoods in your shopping cart and daily meals.

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1. Spirulina, a perfect food

Characteristic:This algae has a very strong flavor and is rich in protein, iron, antioxidants and essential fatty acids. It is known for its anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and anti-viral properties.

How to use:By grinding it into powder, it will work best when taken orally or mixed with yogurt. You can also put a few pinches in your daily dishes.

2. Cacao, a food that regulates mood and fights stress

Characteristic:It contains many mood-regulating and stress-relieving substances such as magnesium and theobromine. It is also a great stimulant and one of the richest sources of flavonoids (also known as vitamin P) with antioxidant properties, which can prevent inflammation and cell damage. Dark chocolate is made from cocoa, which is quite high in flavonoids.

How to use:Drink it hot (2 teaspoons of unsweetened cocoa powder in a glass of warm milk), chew it or melt it and eat it with fruit. Or choose chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%, organic food is even better.

3. Pomegranate

Characteristic:Fresh and low in calories, it is rich in vitamin C and polyphenols which are antioxidants, very helpful in preventing cardiovascular diseases.

How to use:It is delicious eaten directly or you can use it to make salads or taboulé. Or pomegranate juice is also a great drink.

4. Nuts rich in fatty acids

Characteristic:It provides the body with Omega 3 (an essential fatty acid that the body cannot produce itself), antioxidants, arginine (an amino acid) that helps blood circulation. Consume these energy-rich nuts without any abstinence or restriction.

How to use:Some types of cereals you can use for breakfast with fruits. Some other types of seeds you can use in salads or daily dishes.

5. Matcha Tea, a Master Antioxidant

Characteristic:Because matcha leaves are crushed into powder, they are used in their entirety. This tea contains 100 times more antioxidants than traditional green tea.

How to use:Of course you can dissolve the powder into a drink. Or you can also use the powder to make desserts like almond milk and matcha ice cream, milkshakes or smoothies.

6. Buckwheat, helps slim waist and flat stomach

Characteristic:This gluten-free pseudocereal is rich in magnesium and copper. Buckwheat contains antioxidants and is especially prebiotic, a food source that stimulates the growth of good bacteria in the gut. It also helps lower cholesterol.

How to use:It is consumed in seed or powder form, available in health foods or bio organic.

7. Anti-fatigue root

Features:Goji berries are known to be the richest fruit in vitamin C and antioxidants, thus boosting the immune system and ideal in case of fatigue.

How to use:Can be nibbled or incorporated into desserts and salads. Eating about two handfuls a day is very good for health.

8. Chia seeds, good for the intestines

Characteristic:A superior source of Omega-3 fatty acids, these nuts help reduce cardiovascular risk and facilitate the movement of food along the digestive tract.

How to use:You can decorate cakes or smoothies with chia seeds, or sprinkle them on salads.

According to Family & Society