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Apples
Apples are able to satisfy hunger while remaining low
in calories, thanks to their high levels of bre. Dice an
apple and add to warm oats with honey for a quick,
nutritious breakfast.
The apple tree originated in central Asia and Western
China somewhere between two to ten million years ago,
around the time the rst humans were evolving.
Fun Fact: Apples belong to the rose family.
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Brussels
Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are a great source of vitamin C, a
vitamin that also functions as an antioxidant. Enjoy
them stir-fried with cabbage, cashews and bacon,
sprinkled with radicchio.
They arent actually from Brussels. The earliest versions
of the vegetable have been traced back to ancient
Rome, which were later cultivated by Brussels in the
16th century.
Fun Fact: They are classied as part of the mustard
family due to a four-part ower in the shape of a cross.
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Cacao
Cacao may be eective at helping to lower blood
pressure and decreasing the risk of heart disease.
Opt for bite-sized squares of dark chocolate; they are
healthier and more lling than milk chocolate.
The worlds obsession with cacao began in
Mesoamerica back in 1900 BC.
Fun Fact: The Aztecs believed that cacao seeds were
a gift from the God of wisdom, and considered them
so valuable that they were used as a form of currency.
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Carrots
Carrots were initially grown for their fragrant leaves
and seeds rather than their roots. The minerals in
carrots may help to kill harmful germs in the mouth
and help prevent tooth decay. Swap regular pasta for
carrot pasta: use a peeler or spiralizer to create
spaghetti-like ribbons and boil until al dente.
The carrot is believed to have originated in Persia.
Fun Fact: The common carrot used to be purple.
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Catsh
Catsh contain high levels of protein, vitamin D and
omega-6 fatty acids that promote healthy brain
functioning. Bake catsh instead of frying it for a
healthier dish. Serve with an almond-garlic sauce, a
dash of lemon juice, and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
These sh have been a fairly popular food source in
most parts of the world for hundreds of years.
Fun Fact: In the wild, catsh can live for up to 25 years.
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Dandelion
Greens
Dandelion Greens are praised for their healing,
cleansing and diuretic qualities, high levels of vitamin
A and K, and their ability to help ght the development
of Alzheimers disease. Add them to salads, soups,
stir-fries and smoothies to capitalise on these hefty
health benets.
The earliest use of Dandelions as a food dates back to
the 10th century somewhere in the Middle East.
Fun Fact: These greens are 14% protein which means
theres more protein per serving in dandelion greens than
there is in a serving of spinach.
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Honey
Honey is the only food that contains pinocembrin; an
antioxidant linked to improved brain functioning. For
a fat burning, digestion promoting hot drink, add a
teaspoon of honey to warm water with a dash of
lemon and enjoy with breakfast daily.
Humans have been on the hunt for honey for over
8000 years.
Fun Fact: Honey is also the only food that includes all
the substances necessary to support life.
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Kale
Kale has more iron per calorie than beef, making it a
great source of iron for vegetarians. Drizzle kale leaves in
olive oil and bake them in the oven for baked kale chips.
Scientists still disagree about when humans rst
tasted this leafy food. However, it is accepted that the
ancient Greeks cultivated kale, which they boiled and
ate as a cure for drunkenness.
Fun Fact: One serving of kale has more absorbable
calcium than a small carton of milk.
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Marmite
Not only is marmite produced from yeast extract, but
it is 100% vegetarian, low in both sugar and fat, and a
good source of protein, vitamins and minerals. Add
Marmite to soups and stews to strengthen taste and
add avour.
Marmite has been around since the 19th century.
Fun Fact: Marmite was included in soldiers rations
back in World War II. Unfortunately, toast was not.
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Millet
Also found in bird seed, millet is full of bre and
manganese an element that supports the
development of bones and connective tissue.
Switch up your regular porridge for cooked millet,
and add nuts and fruit for avour.
It is thought to have originated in Ethiopia during
prehistoric times.
Fun Fact: Millet is one of the oldest foods known to man.
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Purple
Potatoes
This vibrant vegetable contains roughly four times as
many antioxidants as regular potatoes do. The purple
potato also helps to decrease blood pressure and
protect the body against heart disease. Slice into
wedges, drizzle with olive oil, bake and enjoy.
We have South America to thank for the purple potato.
Fun Fact: The skin contains a large portion of the
nutritional value, so be sure not to remove it.
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Quinoa
This seed is an excellent source of protein and is
naturally gluten free. Add it to pancake mix to increase
the nutritional value of a sweet or savoury breakfast.
Quinoa is the product of an Andean plant that
originated in Peru and Bolivia about 7000 years ago.
Fun Fact: There are roughly 120 known varieties
of Quinoa.
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Seaweed
Seaweed is one of the worlds most nutrient dense
foods, particularly in terms of calcium and protein. To up
your seaweed intake, nely chop or snip a sheet of nori
(a type of seaweed) and add it to pastas, soups and
smoothies.
Seaweed as a staple food item dates back to prehistoric
times.
Fun Fact: Roughly 21 species of seaweed are used in
everyday cookery in Japan.
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Tea
According to the legend, a Chinese Emperor
accidentally discovered tea when leaves blew into his
boiling water. Tea is high in antioxidants helping to
protect the body against a number of cancers. To
enjoy maximum health benets from tea, drink it plain
without milk or sugar.
It is believed that tea originated in China about 4000
years ago.
Fun Fact: Initially tea bags were intended to be opened
and the tea strained. However, people decided it was
easier to simply dip the bag itself into the cup.
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Turmeric
Turmeric has been proven eective in helping to
counteract the eects of depression. Add Turmeric to
scrambled eggs or tofu for a slight avour twist.
The origin of Turmeric has been traced back almost
4000 years to Southeast India.
Fun Fact: Adding turmeric powder to toothpaste is a
popular tooth whitening method amongst beauty
pageant queens.
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Watermelon
The watermelon originates from Southern Africa.
It contains the nutrient Choline which helps our bodies
with sleep, muscle movement, learning and memory.
Pair watermelon cubes with feta, pistachios, lettuce
and basil leaves for a delicious light salad.
Fun Fact: Watermelon seeds have been found in the
tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun.
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Yoghurt
Herdsmen used to carry the milk from their cattle in
containers made from animal stomachs. These
containers ended up curdling the milk and producing
yoghurt. Yoghurt is packed full of vitamins and usually
contains probiotics which help improve digestion.
Enjoy it plain or use it as a substitute for cream when
making pasta sauce.
Yoghurt was rst produced accidentally by those in
Central Asia around 6000 BC.
Fun Fact: The amount of protein in Greek yoghurt is
double that of traditional yoghurt.
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