Health and fitness experts often write about the latest and greatest superfoods to add to your diet. What does this mean? Superfoods are nutrient-rich foods that add a big health punch to any meal. While beneficial for you, sometimes the new trending superfoods can be difficult to locate in regular grocery stores or can be pricey. An easier solution is remembering that many traditional foods are “superfoods” as well, just with less hype. Here are twelve superfood suggestions from a registered dietician that you can purchase at any grocery store and (bonus!) they average less than $1 per serving:
- Lentils – high in fiber and protein ($0.15/serving)
- Oats – high in soluble fiber ($0.10/serving)
- Kale – high in vitamins A and K, lutein, and zeaxanthin ($0.60/serving)
- Almonds – high in vitamin E, calcium, fiber, folate, and flavonoids ($0.63/serving)
- Tea (green or black) – high in antioxidants ($0.10/serving)
- Oranges – high in vitamin C, fiber, and beta carotene ($0.34/serving)
- Tuna – high in omega-3s ($0.48-0.77/serving)
- Natural Peanut Butter – high in mono and polyunsaturated (good) fats, vitamin E, and zinc ($0.21/serving)
- Apples –heart-healthy benefit combo of vitamins/minerals ($0.28/serving)
- Eggs – high in protein, vitamin D, lutein, and xeanthanin ($0.17/serving)
- Carrots – high in vitamin A ($0.32/serving)
- Cabbage – high in vitamin C and K, fiber, and sulfur compounds ($0.27/serving)