These foods are generally not the most popular but they are some of the
healthiest foods in existence. For this reason, these foods should be
given some ‘publicity’ and people should have a chance to get to know
them.
In line with this, Jumia Food shares 4 foods you probably didn’t know existed.
Bitter Melon
This
healthy food goes by other names like Bitter Gourd or Bitter Squash.
It’s widely grown in Asia, Africa and the Caribbean and is one food that
has plenty of health benefits. For example, it has a soothing effect on
the digestive system and is used medicinally to treat upset stomach.
It’s also able to kill off parasites and other unwelcome entities in the
digestive tract.
Chia Seeds
These seeds contain
omega-3 and this is what makes them so healthy. They are small sized,
which makes it easier to add them to almost anything, even sprinkling
them on top of a main dish for an instant nutrition boost. They are
widely grown in several countries of western South America, western
Mexico, and the southwestern United States. They contain plenty of fibre
and are recommended for diabetics. They are also a non-meat source of
protein and are rich in minerals.
Romanesco
The
Romanesco broccoli, also known as Roman Cauliflower, is another very
healthy food you probably didn’t know existed and is a great source of
fibre and vegetable protein. It is also full of Vitamin C, potassium and
Vitamin B6, and it boasts of a large assemble of vitamins and minerals
which are great for overall health and wellbeing. It has been grown in
Italy since the 16th century.
Yacon
It is
traditionally grown in the northern and central Andes from Colombia to
northern Argentina and is popular for its crisp, sweet-tasting, tuberous
roots. This food is known to show positive signs of being an
anti-cancer food and for boosting the function of the liver. Foods that
boost the function of the liver are considered important because the
liver is such a crucial organ in the body, as it helps the rest of the
organs in the body do their job.
