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mojatu .com 38 Health & Food 19. Blueberries 23. Flaxseed 27. Apples Flaxseed is rich in lignans, fibre, and omega-3 fatty acids. Apples are a very good source of fibre, and they contain plenty of antioxidants. Bottom line: It can prevent heart diseases, combat cancer, improve skin conditions, and effectively help with gastrointestinal issues. Blueberries are a good source of vitamins C and K as well as manganese. They also have good carbs and dietary fibre. And they have the antioxidants such as anthocyanins, quercetin, and myricetin. Bottom line: Blueberries reduce the risk of heart diseases, helps lower blood pressure, and helps prevent diabetes and certain cancers. 20. Acai Berries The acai berry has numerous medicinal properties and has been used by natives in South America since ancient times. 24. Chia Seeds 28. Lemons Chia not only do they aid in weight loss by removing excess water from your body, chia seeds can also prevent you from having tartar and bad breath with its calcium and zinc. Bottom line: Chia seeds are a good source of protein and fibre. 25. Bee Pollen Bottom line: It improves heart health, stimulates weight loss, helps with digestion, and boosts brain function 21. Dark Chocolate Dark Chocolate is rich in flavonoids that can help lower blood pressure and regulate blood circulation in the body. On top of that, Bottom line: Dark chocolate promotes heart health, boosts brain function, and reduces the risk of several types of cancer. 22. Salmon Bottom line: Apples can help reduce the risk of heart attacks and asthma attacks, and they can even improve one’s memory. Lemons are rich in vitamin C. They are best for aiding one’s digestion, shedding off pounds, and even boosting one’s energy. It can also treat internal bleeding because of its antiseptic and coagulant properties. Bottom line: Lemon water is best when you add cucumbers and mint leaves to it. It can help you cleanse your bellies as well as achieve that summer bod you’ve always wanted. 29. Avocados Bee pollen is officially a medicine. It contains protein, phenolic compounds, good carbohydrates, and a ton of vitamins and minerals. Bottom line: Bee pollen can increase energy levels, relieve stress, help with infertility troubles, promote faster wound healing, and relieve certain allergies. Avocados are known to have heart- healthy monounsaturated fats. The potassium in it can help you maintain healthy blood pressure levels. Bottom line: Avocados can also help in loosing weight because it is very much loaded with fibre. 30. Watermelon 26. Eggs Salmon can reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Bottom line: Salmon has anti- inflammatory properties and it can boost your skin’s natural protective shield against the damaging effects of UV rays. Eggs can help you lose weight. It has no carbs and no sugar. In fact, it has a glycaemic index of zero, which means it can’t affect your blood sugar levels. And it takes an average of about four hours to digest an entire egg. Bottom line: Eggs are rich in nutrients such as amino acids, choline, vitamin D, and a whole lot more. Watermelons have a good number of electrolytes, which can protect you from heat stroke. Bottom line: Watermelons contain lycopene which is an antioxidant that promotes heart and eye health, keeps bones strong, boosts brain function, and prevents various cancers.