Every one wants better health. In order to be healthy, we need to pay attention to choose our food because we are what we eat.

Of course, there are many other nutritious foods other than those I listed in my blog. If there are other foods that you feel should be here, please feel free to leave a comment to share with us.

The 10 best food for better health are

• Sweet potatoes
  They’re loaded with vitamin C, potassium, fiber and are high in the antioxidant beta carotene. Food sources of beta carotene which are converted to vitamin A in your body, may help slow the aging process.
• Skim Milk or 1% Milk
  It is excellent source of calcium, vitamins, and protein with little or no artery clogging fat and cholesterol.
• Broccoli
  Besides being a good source of calcium, potassium, folate and fiber, broccoli contains phytonutrients — a group of compounds that may help prevent chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes and some cancers. Broccoli is also a good source of vitamins A and C — antioxidants that protect your body’s cells from damage.
• Salmon
  Salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids and can help reduce the risk of sudden-death heart attacks. Omega-3s may also protect against irregular heartbeats, decrease triglyceride levels, decrease the growth of artery-clogging plaques, lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of stroke. It is low in saturated fat and cholesterol and a good source of protein.
• Blueberries
  Phytonutrients in blueberries help prevent urinary tract infections. They can also improve short-term memory and promote healthy aging.
• Spinach
  Spinach is high in vitamins A, C, and K, folate, potassium, magnesium, iron, lutein, and phytochemicals. They may boost your immune system and help keep your hair and skin healthy.
• Citrus Fruit
  They are rich in vitamin C, folic acid, and fiber. They are good for a snack too.
• Wild Rice
  Enriched white rice is nutritionally weak. When the grain is refined, they lose fiber, magnesium, vitamins E and B-6, copper, zinc, and phytochemicals that are in the whole grain.
• Almonds
  They are rich in fiber, riboflavin, magnesium, iron and calcium. They have more calcium than any other nuts. Most of the fat in almonds is monounsaturated fat (a healthier type of fat) that may help lower blood cholesterol levels and are good for your heart.
• Butternut Squash
  They are rich in fiber, vitamins A and C. Peeled and diced butternut squash is good for stir-fry or soup.

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