5 Green Superfoods for Boosting your Health

5 Green Superfoods for Boosting your Health
This article discusses emerging/ongoing science and research. It is intended for general informational purposes only. This content is unrelated to products offered by MariGold and does not contain any representations about the performance of such products.

Popeye would be proud. Not only have we embraced his beloved spinach, but we’ve found dozens of other green foods that help us deal with the Blutos in our lives. Some greens, such as wheatgrass, have been popular for decades, while others, such as moringa, are relative newcomers, but all are concentrated food sources that can help overcome a lack of those dark leafy greens we keep hearing about. 

Green Superfoods for Boosting your Health - Moringa

 

Choosing green supplements is much like deciding what to order for dinner-a personal preference-but on this menu, everything is chock-full of nutrients, is almost calorie-free, and leaves you feeling better than before you ate. In today’s world, that sounds like the perfect dish.

Chlorophyll Health Benefits

Although grasses, sea vegetables, algae, and other greens each have unique characteristics, they obviously share one: their color. It comes from chlorophyll, which harnesses energy from the sun, helps transform plants into life-giving nutritional powerhouses, and enables them to convert carbon dioxide into oxygen.

For humans, chlorophyll is one major reason why eating dark leafy greens is so beneficial. It is thought that, as a supplement or in concentrated food sources, chlorophyll helps promote healthy blood and a healthy colon, and enhances the body’s ability to eliminate toxins. It can also help normalize the overall acid-alkaline balance in your system, which can unblock the road to weight loss and help prevent virtually any ailment.

5 Green Superfoods

Naturally concentrated, whole-food versions of green vegetables we are familiar with, such as spinach and broccoli, are often found in green formulas, but others are less likely to be on our plates.

1. Chlorella

A type of algae, chlorella contains high concentrations of chlorophyll and fiber, and together, these help eliminate heavy metals such as mercury and other metals from the body. In one study, people who took 4 grams daily experienced improvements in cholesterol and blood sugar, and lost some body fat. Another study found improved immunity.

2. Spirulina

Another type of algae, spirulina calms inflammation and contains antioxidants. Multiple studies found that taking 1-8 grams daily improved cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood pressure. Other research found that 3 grams daily improved immune function among older people suffering from anemia.

3. Kelp

Also a type of algae, kelp is the richest natural source of iodine, necessary for a healthy thyroid and metabolism. In addition, it is a natural diuretic, which helps eliminate excess water and toxins. And, its combination of vitamins and minerals is considered especially nutritive for nails and hair.

4. Moringa

This green comes from leaves of the moringa tree, native to parts of Asia, Central, and South America, Africa, and Australia. Considered a medicinal plant for 5,000 years in India, it has been available in North America for only a few years. Moringa can improve levels of blood sugar and cholesterol, fights inflammation and infection, and is good for the liver.

5. Grasses

Shots of wheatgrass juice have been a popular health elixir for decades, but back in the Depression, dried, powdered wheatgrass was used to feed livestock and people, and it enhanced the health of both. Either way, wheatgrass delivers concentrated chlorophyll. Other popular grasses include barley, alfalfa, oat, and Kamut grasses. Green powders may be made from juices of grasses or the grasses themselves.

Green Foods and Weight Loss

A Swedish study, published in the journal Appetite, found that an extract from spinach leaves (Appethyl), when taken before breakfast, reduced cravings and enhanced weight loss. The researchers believe that the supplement slowed down digestion, allowing more time for the release of hormones that signal we’ve eaten enough.

Green Food Formulas

Greens come in many different formulas; some are also available as single ingredients, such as wheatgrass, chlorella, spirulina, moringa, and kelp. Here are some options:

  • Powders for easy mixing in smoothies, water, or juice, in bottles or tubs for everyday use.
  • Pills or single-serve packets, convenient for travel, on the go, or to keep in your desk drawer for an afternoon pick-me-up.
  • Formulas designed for specific needs, such as energy, cleansing, or sports performance and recovery.
  • Combinations of greens alone or with other ingredients such as enzymes, probiotics, or prebiotics (food for beneficial gut bacteria) to enhance digestion and immunity; vitamins and minerals (to serve as a multi); or herbs for different needs.

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Superfood Benefits with MariGold

At MariGold, our Protein Bars, Fat Bombs, Protein Coffees, Whey Isolate Protein Powder, and other products have their own superfood properties.

Our products contain things like:

  • Cacao Nibs – contains flavonols and other antioxidants known to reduces blood pressure, improves performance, and enhance weight loss.
  • Sunflower Lecithin (non-GMO) – Lecithin is an excellent source of Phosphatidylcholine, which has been shown to be good for brain health and help the gut lining by forming a protective barrier.
  • Ginger – contains antioxidants and other nutrients that can help relieve inflammation in the gut, prevent or treat arthritis, and various types of infection. Researchers have also studied its potential to reduce the risk of diabetes, cancer, and other health problems.
  • Chicory Root Fiber – Our Protein Bars contain Chicory Root Fiber, a form of prebiotics. It can stimulate short chain fatty acids production in the colon. This will improve the working of the intestine and ultimately the your well-being.
  • Grass-fed Collagen – Our Fat Bombs contain collagen, which plays an important role in building and maintaining healthy connective tissue throughout your digestive tract. Our Grass-fed Collagen Peptide Powder is now available on its own too! It’s great for mixing into your favorite superfood smoothies, and can also be used in cooking and baking. It’s the perfect way to get an extra collagen boost in your diet! 

And that’s not all! Those are just a few of the healthy ingredients we include in our products.

Be sure to check out our full Nutritional Info page along with our “What’s inside our Products” page for more information.

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