List of superfoods recommended by WHO for good health

For health, it is very important to combine a balanced diet with exercise and follow the principles World Health Organization (WHO)as it is 5 pieces of fruits and vegetables per day. In addition to this organization, in Spain Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) revised and updated nutritional recommendations for the population and focused on a diet rich in plant-based foods (fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds, whole grains) promoting the consumption of seasonal and local products.

According to the World Health Organization, in its recommendations for healthy eating, the increase in processed food production has led to inappropriate eating habits. And now “people are consuming more energy-dense foods, fats, free sugars and salt/sodium. On the other side, many people don’t eat enough fruits, vegetables and dietary fiber.

such as whole grains.

Thus, WHO studies have concluded that poor nutrition is the cause of many diseases. And that’s why WHO gives general advice on healthy eatingwhich should include: fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts and whole grains. At least 400 grams of fruits and vegetables per day. Reduce total calories from free sugars to 50 grams; Reduce salt intake to less than five grams. AND, prevent daily calorie intake from fat overcome 30 percent.

Seven superfoods you can’t miss at home, according to WHO

In addition to previous recommendations, WHO has identified seven superfoods that can’t be missing from our dietbecause now these They are very fashionabledue to its good nutritional properties.