10 Disease-fighting foods

1. Whole Grains-and don't think "wheat bread", or "wheat flour" counts! Look for the word "whole" on the label. Whole wheat or whole grain.

2. Fish-rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which protect against heart disease by helping you have "good" cholesterol. Omega-3's also help lower blood pressure. If you aren't a fish eater like me, you can get a high quality organic liquid or a liquid pill of Omega 3's. There are some that add peppermint oil so you won't be burping up fish all day!

3. Walnuts and Almonds-they are high in calories and fat, but when they are so nutritionally dense, it's ok. Walnuts are loaded with calcium, iron, and natural Vitamin E, oh, and riboflavin.
Walnuts are loaded with phosphorus, zinc, copper, iron potassium and Vitamin E (and walnuts are low in saturated fat). Both are cholesterol free too. Only eat about 22 Almonds, and about 14 walnuts though, you want to eat them in moderation.

4. Legumes-a variety of dried beans, peas, and lentils, all high in protein. They have no cholesterol and very little fat. They are a good meat substitute. They also help reduce cholesterol, and lower blood pressure.

5. Soy-which can help fight heart disease, and provide fiber and protein. Eat soy in moderation because some research has shown that soy can interact with the imbalance of estrogen for women, therefore causing breast cancer. You could do a Boca Burger, Soy milk, or Soy nuts.

6. Fat free dairy products-calcium can contribute to preventing high blood pressure, stroke, colon cancer and obesity. Milk also provides protein, minerals and B Vitamins.

7. Berries-rich in antioxidants, especially blueberries, but blackberries, raspberries and strawberries aren't far behind.

8. Broccoli and Cauliflower-both high in Vitamin C, and broccoli contains a high amount of Vitamin A. They are low in fat, contain fiber and have no cholesterol.

9. Tomatoes!-my favorite! They contain a number of nutrients, including Vitamins C and B complex, as well as iron and potassium. They also contain the antioxidant lycopene-which heart healthy. And possibly helps reduce certain types of cancers.

10. Green Tea (wish I liked it)!- It is a major source of phytochemicals, known as flavonoids, which help lower the risk of some diseases. It may inhibit the enzyme activity necessary for some forms of cancer growth too.

This isn't Gina's list, but it's in a new book I'm reading. I guess if I had to add to it, I would add:

-Keifer(like a shake, found near the milk, usually in the healthy area)! It's delicious, and comes in lots of flavors, like blueberry, pomegrante, strawberry
-Cherrios
-Spinach
-Apples
-Sweet Potatoes
-Women's Bread (found in the freezer area with frozen bread, usually in the healthy area)