#4 PUMPKIN SEEDS
Pumpkin seeds are little miracle workers. In these tiny treats there’s so much iron, potassium, phosphorus, zinc, and magnesium. The next time you want to nibble on something while watching TV, pick them. These seeds are also rich in fiber and make a great immune-system booster.
#3 QUINOA
Quinoa is not a marketing trick. This is a whole grain with countless benefits. Some of them include the regulation of blood sugar and cholesterol. Quinoa is gluten-free and loaded with all nine essential amino acids. It’s truly a superfood every women over 40 should consume.
#2 GINGER
Ginger is a miracle-worker in pregnancy, but we can’t forget about it in the older age. Besides helping reduce nausea and bloating, ginger is decreasing cancer risk. This spicy root is full of antioxidants and anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-disease benefits. For those over 40, ginger helps reduce arthritis symptoms. A reason more to include it in your diet.
#1 WALNUTS
Walnuts contain that good type of fat our bodies need to function normally. These healthy fatty acids that most nuts have are a must to consume all throughout our lives, especially when we hit the “40 milestone”. Protect your body and decrease the risk of Type II diabetes with eating plenty of those yummy snacks.