8 Weird Looking Foods That Are Super Healthy
You’ve come a long way since the days you would only eat pizza bites and hot dogs as a kid. Now challenge yourself to step out of your comfort zone to try some of these weird foods that are super healthy!
1. Calf Liver
Liver… yum! Although gross looking, it is rich in both vitamins A and B. Not only that, but they also have been shown to minimize the incidences of migraine headaches.
2. Arame
Sea vegetables like Arame are loaded with a ton of rich nutrients like vitamins A and K, calcium, iron, iodine, zinc, manganese, folate and lignin. All of these healthy nutrients combined improve your immune system and can even help with preventing cancer.
3. Beef Brains
High in protein, low in fat and low in carbohydrates, beef brains are the way to go if you are looking for a quality protein source while trying to avoid excess fat and carbs.
4. Blood Pudding
You don’t need to be a vampire to enjoy some blood every now and then. Very common in the UK, blood pudding contains a type of iron called “heam” which is soaked up quickly by the body to defend against anemia.
5. Chicken Liver
Not only is chicken liver another solid source of protein, but it also contains vitamin B12 which is one of the best sources of energy. You can also find a ton of iron, vitamin A, and even folate which promotes fertility.
6. Mangosteen
The great thing about mangosteen is that they are super healthy AND super delicious. Besides the ridiculous amount of immunity-boosting vitamin C, mangosteens also contain B vitamins such as thiamin, niacin and folate, which help increase your energy and speed up your metabolism.
7. Kiwano
The seeds of the kiwano are loaded with an omega fatty acid called linoleic acid which lowers blood pressure. It also contains prominent sources of vitamin A and C, iron, potassium and a handful of other vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that your body needs.
8. Rambutan
Peel the skin and enjoy the abundant amounts of vitamin C that it has to offer. Not only that, but rambutan also includes a number of other essential vitamins and minerals such as beta carotene, iron, zinc, fiber, copper, magnesium phosphorus and even some protein!
