A diverse diet including fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and meat is crucial for overall health, reducing the risk of serious conditions like heart disease, diabetes, strokes, and cancer.
Researchers have compiled a list of the top-rated foods out of over 1,000 items, each assigned a nutritional score. The food ranking highest with a score of 97 out of 100 is almonds, rich in mono-unsaturated fatty acids that promote heart health and may aid in diabetes management.
Experts emphasize the importance of a balanced diet and a healthy gut microbiome for optimal well-being. While the top 10 foods on this list are highly nutritious, it is still recommended to consume a variety of foods and avoid processed options for long-term health benefits.
Almonds, with their high nutritional value, are considered the healthiest food globally, providing essential nutrients like antioxidants, protein, fiber, magnesium, and vitamin E for heart protection. Cherimoya is labeled the healthiest fruit, offering immunity support, anti-inflammatory properties, and eye and heart health benefits, despite potential toxin risks.
Deep-water fish, flatfish, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, Swiss chard, and even pork fat make the list of top nutritious foods, each offering unique health benefits such as omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and anti-cancer properties.
Maintaining a varied and nutrient-rich diet is key to overall health and well-being, despite the ever-changing health trends. For more health insights and updates, you can join the Mirror’s Health & Wellbeing WhatsApp community for personalized advice and news directly on your phone.