The Mayo Clinic considers these ten foods as “10 great health foods for eating well” because they meet at least three of the following criteria:
1. Are a good or excellent source of fiber, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients
2. Are high in phytonutrients and antioxidant compounds, such as vitamins A and E and beta carotene
3. May help reduce the risk of heart disease and other health conditions
4. Are low in calorie density, meaning you get a larger portion size with a fewer number of calories
5. Are readily available
• Almonds (and walnuts)
• Apples
• Blueberries
• Broccoli
• Red beans
• Salmon (Mackerel, lake trout, herring, sardines, and albacore tuna are also very good sources of omega-3 acids. Doctors recommend eating fish 2-3 x week. Fish or seafood eaten with horseradish, wasabi, ginger, mustard, or grated daikon help the body detoxify from the effects of fish and seafood.)
• Spinach
• Sweet potatoes
• Vegetable juice
• Wheat germ
The mayo clinic website is a good resource for health information.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/MY00431
I added a couple of notes in parenthesis.