7. Spinach
Spinach has gotten a bad reputation, but fresh spinach is one of the easiest salads to eat and the most nutritious. It is high in fibre, extremely rich in nutrients such as vitamins A, C and K, and low in calories. It is also a good source of folic acid, iron and calcium and important plant compounds such as lutein and zeaxanthin which are important for eye health. Vitamin K and calcium are essential for bone health, and vitamin A for tissue health including skin and hair.
8. Mushrooms
If you don’t usually like mushrooms, it’s time to try some different varieties and different cooking methods before you give up on them altogether. Mushrooms contain high amounts of ergothioneine and glutathione which are important antioxidants and have recently been seen to reduce mild cognitive impairment and show potential as a cell protector. They are also prebiotic and nourish the good bacteria in your gut.
