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

Black-Eyed Peas

Black-eyed peas are said to bring good luck when eaten on New Year's Day, but they're a hearty and healthy food year … more

Asparagus

An abundance of fresh asparagus at local markets signals the arrival of spring! Asparagus is high in nutrients and … more

Oranges & Tangerines

Oranges and tangerines are winter season fruits that are available nearly year round in many grocery stores due to cold … more

Barley

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

Brown Rice

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

Banana

Bananas are inexpensive, filling and available year round. Bananas are tasty on their own and make great additions to … more

Apple

Most grocery markets carry several types of apples year round, including red, green and sometimes yellow varieties. Some … more

Beets

Beets, or more accurately beetroots, are nutritious, low calorie root vegetables that stores well and can be enjoyed … more

Avocado

Although avocadoes are a seasonal, warm weather fruit, many grocery markets import avocadoes year round. In fact, … 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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