26 Foods You Should Be Eating In 2013

If you havent been already!

1. Green Beans

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Green Beans are high in fiber and can help prevent weight gain!

2. Salmon

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Salmon is loaded with Omega-3 which is great for your skin. Eat more Salmon!

3. Tomatoes

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These are loaded with the anti-oxidant lycopene, which can help prevent prostate cancer and heart disease!

4. Acai

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These are also in antioxidants and help prevent early aging, help your heart, and your digestive system!

5. Blueberries

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Good for your cholesterol and help lower blood pressure!

6. Watermelon

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Watermelon has a high water content which helps you be full on fewer calories. Also, red watermelons have lycopene just like tomatoes!

7. Spinach

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High in iron, folate, manganese, Vitamin A and Vitamin K, which helps your brain function and lowers risks for certain kinds of cancer!

8. Oatmeal

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High in fiber and zinc!

9. Barley

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High in fiber and relatively high in protein, if you eat this often it can help lower cholesterol and help prevent cancer!

10. Chili Peppers

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Chilis are high in antioxidants and Vitamin C, which boosts your immune system!

11. Kale

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Kale has tons of antioxidants and Vitamin A. Its good for your eyes, skin, immune system, and fights cancer! Another fun fact- it has almost as much Vitamin C as an orange!

12. Pomegranate

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Pomegranates are full of antioxidants and help prevent heart disease, Alzheimer's disease, and cancer!

13. Quinoa

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Quinoa is loaded with fiber and protein, and helps you feel full for a good amount of time!

14. Lentils

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Lentils have lots of protein, fiber, iron, and folate!

15. Broccoli

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Broccoli is a superfood and helps fight cancer! Keep eating broccoli!

16. Walnuts

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Walnuts are high in Omega-3 and also have some antioxidants, throw them in cereal or yogurt!

17. Apples

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An apple a day keeps the doctor away! Besides being delicious, because of their high fiber content and their compounds, they're good for your skin and your cholesterol.

18. Bananas

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Bananas have lots of potassium, which is not only good for your blood pressure, but also for your muscles and your digestive system. Added bonus: They're also high in fiber!

19. Sweet Potatoes

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Because of their high potassium content, sweet potatoes reduce your risk of stroke AND blood pressure! Why not eat em!?

Ps: They're also a good source of fiber IF you eat the skin

20. Chia Seeds

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Chia seeds have a lot of Omega-3, and help with heart disease, arthritis, and inflammation. You can throw these in a fruit smoothie or throw em into your cereal!

21. Almonds

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Almonds are a great source of protein, calcium, and HEALTHY fat that is good for your heart. Have a these as a snack everyday and it'll help your cholesterol and lower your risk of heart disease.

22. Tuna

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Tuna is rich with vitamin B, Omega-3, and protein!

23. Fat-Free Greek Yogurt

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Greek yogurt has tons of protein! Throw some fruit or granola and honey in to sweeten it up!

24. Dark Chocolate

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For a healthy desert, eat a couple pieces of dark chocolate! It has lots of antioxidants which lower your risk of inflammation, blood clots, and helps prevent high blood pressure!

25. Red Wine

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Red Wine can actually lower your risk of heart disease and diabetes- if you drink it moderately!

26. Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Olive oil has GOOD fats which actually help lower your cholesterol, and lower your risk of heart disease. It also contains antioxidants and vitamin E. This is a great alternative to butter in some cases!