Food with Immense Health Benefits

The term ‘Superfood’ has become a slogan for better health and refers to foods containing a high variety of important nutrients such as vitamins, antioxidants, protein, healthy fats, fiber and more making them essential for great health.

Goji Berry (Lycium Chinense)

These tiny, Bright red, miracle berries are rich in antioxidants and are claimed to cure just about every disease known to man. They are native to Asia.

Avocado (Persea Americana)

Also known as an Alligator pear, Avocados originated from South Central Mexico and are grown in tropical climates. They are pear shaped, fleshy and consist of a single seed. Avocados are rich in folic acid, Omega 3 and fibre along with around 20 other vitamins and minerals.

Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa)

Quinoa is a naturally gluten-free pseudo-cereal. Besides being rich in n fiber, magnesium, B vitamins, iron, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin E and various beneficial antioxidants, it also contains all nine essential amino acids. It is easily cooked like rice or chapatti and can be mixed with fresh vegetables or soup.

Moringa (Moringa oleifera)

Being native to South parts of Pakistan (Bahawalpur and Multan) is the best source of all 47 anti-oxidants discovered to date. It also contains proteins, vitamins and minerals. All parts of the plant are used for medicinal purposes including the roots, fruit, seeds and flowers. Moringa is also beneficial for livestock, environment, fish culture and purification of water.

Chia Seeds

From Central America, Chia seed is an edible seed of the flowering plant Chia. They are rich in carbohydrates, protein, vitamin and fat. Chia seeds are oval shaped and mottle colored with shades of black, gray, white and brown.