When it comes to eating healthy and dieting we are always hearing about new things that are recommended to us by different people such as TV show hosts, Doctors, and friends and family. One thing you might have been hearing about over the last few years is something called a Super Food. So what is a super food? What can it do for you? And most important what foods ARE Super Foods? Well I am going to help you answer some of these questions so that you can better understand this.

First And foremost if you have decided to start eating healthier, exercising and living a healthier lifestyle - Bravo to you! This is an important phase in your life. Sometimes for some people it's hard - it's all about "will" rather than will not. For others it's as easy as pie to get themselves going and never stop. They will be healthy their entire lives and never sneak a piece of chocolate or cheat once a month on a "special" day. It doesn't matter who you are or how you handle things. The important thing is that you want to get healthier and you are at least trying and giving it your best!

These foods are of varying types. They include items such as:

Kale -

Long sidelined as an inferior garnish, this green belongs center stage on your plate. One unvulcanized shredded cup incorporates 34 calories and about 1.3 grams of fiber, as well as a hearty helping of iron and calcium. But kale's unsuppressed flavor might take some getting used to. Spinach, another nutrient powerhouse, is a milder-tasting option.

Oats -

Oatmeal has the steepest satiation ranking of any food. Unlike many other carbohydrates, oats—even the instant kind—digest slowly, so they have little impact on your blood sugar. All oats are remedial, but the steel-cut and rolled assortments (which are minimally prepared) have up to 5 grams of fiber per serving, making them the most fulfilling choice. Instant oats contain 3 to 4 grams per serving.

Wild salmon -

Not only do fish fats keep your heart healthy, but they shrink your waist, too. "Omega-3 fatty acids improve insulin sensitivity—which helps build muscular tissue and diminish belly fat. And the more muscle you have, the more calories your body burns. Opt wild salmon; it may contain less pollutants.

Blueberries -

All berries are good for you, but those with a blue hue are amongst the best of the bunch. They have the loftiest antioxidant level of all normally consumed fruit, according to research from the USDA Agriculture Research Service in Little Rock, Arkansas. They also present 3.6 grams of fiber per cup. Fiber may actually prevent some of the fat you eat from being assimilated because fiber pulls fat through the digestive tract.

Chile's -

One reason to zest up your meals: You will crank up your metabolism. A compound in chile's called capsaicin has a thermogenic effect, meaning it causes the physical structure to burn extra calories for 20 minutes after you eat the chile's. Plus, you can't gulp down spicy food. Eating slowly gives your brain time to register that your stomach is full, so you won't overeat.

Yogurt -

Nutritionists frequently refer to plain yogurt as the idyllic food, and for good reason: With its trifecta of carbs, protein and fat, it can stave off hunger by keeping blood sugar levels regular. In a study from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, people on a low-calorie diet that included yogurt lost 61 percent more fat overall and 81 percent more belly fat than those on a similar plan but without yogurt.

Avocado -

Don't let the fat content of an avocado (29 grams) scare you—that's what makes it a top weight loss food. The heart-healthy monounsaturated fat it contains increases satiety. In fact, this item is one of the best foods for you! Just think now you can have all the guacamole you want!

Acai Berries -

These little berries are one of the newest and most popular products around. They are a little bit larger than a blueberry but smaller than a grape and come pretty close to beating the blueberry out as far as "goodness" and healthfulness goes. Try finding products such as Acai Berry UK, juices, supplements and powders. These berries are awesome in shakes and smoothies because they blend in well. But a lot of people say that these berries are more potent when used in the capsule form. Whatever works for you!

Alright, so what is this super food thing? While it doesn't have super powers it sure has a lot of super benefits! To put it simply, Super Foods are natural foods so packed with goodness that, when combined with a balanced lifestyle, they have been found to boost levels of health and vitality without the need for chemically produced drugs or supplements. These types of foods can do really amazing things to your body. For example, protecting against cancers, bacterial infections, diabetes, inflammations and neurological diseases as well as your digestive system and metabolism.

These foods include things like Omega3 and omega6 oils are also present and increase your energy and stamina. They have fiber, protein, amino acids, and several plant sterols which enhance digestive functions along with heart power. They also include minerals, trace minerals and vitamins. Really if you eat these foods its like eating ALL your major mineral and vitamin supplements x2.