By Najlaa Almohmadi

Food is Medicine

Super
Foods
That May
Help Fight
Cancer
Try the following cancer fighting foods:
o Turmeric
o Green Tea
o Peanuts
o Acai Berry
o Green Tea
o Yams

Food Sensitivities
Some people allergies or sensitivities to
particular foods. Symptoms include:
o Swelling or Tingling of the throat or mouth
o Hives, itching
o Nasal congestion
o Diarrhea, nausea or vomiting
The most common foods that cause allergies
are: eggs, fish, milk, nuts (including peanuts),
shellfish, soy, and wheat.
Food allergies can be ruled out by your doctor
with skin and blood tests

The Power of
Protein

18-20% of the body is made of protein.

Only water is more common in the body than
protein
We need protein. Protein deficiency can cause
serious health problems
Sources of protein include:
o Meat, poultry and fish
o Nuts
o Beans
o Dairy: Eggs, cheese, milk

Healthy
Start for Baby
Eating right during pregnancy is important to
your babys growth and development
Folic acid guards against neural tube defects
Iron assists red blood cells in carrying oxygen to
the baby.
Make sure to get:
o Calcium sources like milk and dairy
o Protein and fats like Meat, poultry and fish
o Berries for folic acid
o Orange and yellow foods like carrots and
pineapple, etc.
o Eggs

Include Healthy Fats

in Your Diet

Olive Oil
Raw nuts (cashews, peanuts, ect.)
Salmon
Avocado

Eating Clean Food

Clean foods that are whole and minimally

processed
o Fresh produce
o Whole and fresh eggs
o Whole natural milk
o Unprocessed meat and poultry

How to Save on Food

Shop for deals at small local
retailers
Buy large quantities of products
when on sale
Join a large wholesale clubs
Buy in bulk
Use coupons

Fruits and Veggies:

Love Them, They Love You
Produce provides fiber, vitamins, minerals,
water and has many other benefits
Kale is an excellent source of calcium, iron,
magnesium and other nutrients
Tomatoes, citrus fruits are some of the many
fruits high in vitamin C.
Melons are hydrating
Get them in shakes
Eat a salad with every meal

Everything in Season
Eat fresh, locally grown and whats in season
In

Winter root veggies like carrots

potatoes and beets are nutritious

In

Spring artichokes. Asparagus, leaks

In summer tomatoes, summer squash,

salads, tropical fruits, watermelon
In

Fall try apples, pumpkins, squash

Enjoy mushrooms year round!