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Page 22 | Abby's Magazine - www.AbbysMag.com When it comes to superfoods many experts have different opinions. You may be aware that a certain food is full of certain vitamins and minerals, but lacks a significant amount of protein and fiber, or vice versa. The best thing to consider when thinking about superfoods is whether the food has a balance of all things vital to our health. That way we can get most of everything instead of just all of some things. Here is a list of superfoods that offer you exactly what you need to lead a healthy and prosperous lifestyle. AvocAdos Avocados are loaded with health benefits. They are high in monounsaturated fats that reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. They have at least 11-17 g of fiber per fruit and are packed with lutein, an antioxidant that promotes eye and skin health. Apples We've all heard the old saying about an apple and doctors, and there's a reason for it: apples are full of the an oxidants catechin and querce n, which help reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease. Don't skip the peel though; it's packed with fiber and most of the nutrients. 13 Most Powerful Superfoods For DiABeTeS and CAnCer PrevenTion BlueBerries These li le berries are big inflamma on fighters, which are linked to mul ple diseases from Alzheimer's and Parkinson's to diabetes and heart disease. They also promote more an cancer ac vity than any other fruit, as well as slowing down the effects of aging. cABBAge Full of compounds known as indoles, ea ng cabbage at least once a week can reduce the risk of colon cancer in men by 66%. Cabbage also s mulates your immune system, kills bacteria and viruses, and purifies your blood. Fish And Fish oil By ea ng fish, you cut down your risk of heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's, stroke, arthri s, and diabetes. The fa y varie es can also help alleviate depression and supply you with Omega-3s. Avoid mercury- containing varie es of fish like swordfish, shark, lefish, king mackerel, and albacore tuna. gArlic Ea ng garlic lowers total cholesterol blood fat levels, helping to prevent clogged arteries. Garlic tops the list of cancer preventa ve foods by the Na onal Cancer Ins tute, and whole roasted garlic helps flush the body of heavy metals like mercury and cadmium. By Healthy Holis c Living