100 Best Foods

The best foods for the best you!

Welcome to 100 Best Foods. Here you'll learn about nutritious foods that are readily available, affordable, minimally processed, easy to prepare and, most importantly, delicious. Enjoy!

Cashews

Like most nuts cashews are packed with nutrients, but also high in calories. Fortunately, it only takes a small amount … more

Okra

Okra is an all around interesting vegetable with an unusual appearance, texture and taste. Traditionally, okra was … more

Flaxseed

Flaxseed, also known as linseed, is a small, hard seed that is typically brown in color. When consumed whole, flaxseeds … more

Brown Rice

Brown rice is inexpensive, filling and versatile. Brown rice is processed to remove only the hull, while the bran and … more

Jicama

Don't let it's dry, brown exterior fool you. Raw jicama is refreshing, crunchy and slightly sweet. Jicama is mostly … more

Figs

Figs are intensely sweet and therefore commonly used in desserts. Figs make a great addition to baked goods and pair … more

Barley

Barley is an ancient grain that makes an excellent base for hearty side dishes, soups and salads. One cup of cooked … more

Bell Peppers

Roasted Bell Pepper Spread Rainbow Vegetable Skewers … more

Cabbage

Not only is cabbage a nutrition powerhouse, it's also inexpensive, stores well and is delicious raw, cooked and … more

Blackberries

Blackberries are a flavorful, warm season berry. Ripe berries are fragile and perishable and should be enjoyed soon … more

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Featured Nutrient

Selenium

Selenium is a mineral that occurs naturally in soil and seawater. Most people easily obtain the recommended amount of selenium from food. The highest sources of dietary selenium are fish and meats, … read more

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News You Can Use

The Growing Link Between Nutrition and Mental Health

Research study identifies specific nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins D, zinc and folate, that are particularly helpful with boosting mental health. The author lists foods that are high in these nutrients, such as pumpkin seeds for zinc and lentils for folate.

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A to Z

Almonds

Apple

Apricot

Asparagus

Avocado

Banana

Barley

Beets

Bell Peppers

Black-Eyed Peas

Blackberries

Brazil Nuts

Broccoli

Brown Rice

Cabbage

Cantaloupe & Honey Dew Melon

Cashews

Figs

Flaxseed

Jicama

Millet

Okra

Oranges & Tangerines

Pine Nuts

Pistachios

Potatoes

Sprouts

Strawberries

Tofu

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