The best budget superfoods

You don’t need to pay a high price to gain much-needed nutrients, and endless health benefits. Most superfoods are affordable and can be found in your local shops.

When choosing your superfoods, check when the product is in season, as they will contain more goodness and may go up slightly in price.  Try not to get tempted by the fancy and expensive ‘superfoods’ as you can definitely gain more health benefits by paying less and feeling healthier. There are a large variety of affordable superfoods that you may not even know are superfoods. It’s also encouraged not to constantly rely on the superfoods alone, as you need other sources of nutrition, minerals and protein. But they can be great for a short-term detox or to boost your energy levels naturally.

Some dieticians criticize the title ‘superfoods’ as companies can use it to make people believe the expensive and fancy products they are selling can help your health. However, most superfoods are natural. It’s easy and simple, go down your local shop and choose the best prices that match the best nutritious products.

Natural foods will make you feel healthier, and are guaranteed to give you an energy boost. The fresher the better. Try these affordable, feel-super foods:

Spinach 

Contains A, K, D and E vitamins, along with omega 3. This is bound to give your body a boost. Spinach may not turn you into Popeye, but it will make you feel like a superhero as it nourishes your eyes and strengthens your bones. On top of all these benefits it also acts as an anti-inflammatory antioxidant. For the best benefits, choose the greenest spinach. This applies to most leafy greens.

Avocado

The Avocado is taking its fame as more people are experimenting with the product in drinks, snacks and even desserts. It’s cheap, tasty and can be used in endless ways. The avocado can help to protect you from heart disease, and sources say it can also help protect your body from some types of cancer and brain diseases. It contains plenty of nutrients, along with good fats.

Blackberries

Although blueberries are the most well-known fruit superfood, blackberries are underestimated as they contain vitamin C and help strengthen your immune system. Blackberries will also keep your skin looking bright and healthy.

Sunflower seeds

Some seeds and nuts can be on the expensive side, but sunflower seeds are affordable and great for nutrients and minerals. The seeds are known to improve memory and increase energy. The magnesium content helps strengthen your bones, lower high blood pressure and prevent headaches.

Brown rice

You may not think of brown rice as a superfood, but it’s got plenty of protein and fibre, which are both essential for helping weight loss. This cheap product also helps lower cholesterol.