Black Beans
Who said all superheroes wear capes!? While black beans make a mean burrito, soup or side dish topper, these tiny super-beans also double as a heart-healthy hero. Black beans are actually loaded with phytonutrients and packed with fiber, protein, potassium, folate, vitamin B6. This means the are perfect to help reduce cholesterol and the risk of heart disease. They can also make you feel full with only a little fat, so can also aid weight-loss.
Reduced Fat Yogurt
While yogurt makes a delicious base for a muesli and fruit-filled breakfast, some health gurus advise us to steer clear of dairy. However, research shows that eating some healthy dairy foods, like reduced fat-yogurt or reduced-fat milk as part of a balanced diet can help decrease the risk of some cancers and high blood pressure. That’s because yogurt is bursting with calcium, vitamins A and D, iodine, zinc, protein and vitamins B6 and B2. This means it can also help fight against heart disease and strokes.