- Carrot
Carrot
The vitamin A you get from carrots comes from two carotenoids called alpha-carotene and beta-carotene. But these aren't the only nutrients in carrots that are important for vision. The antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin found in carrots also enhance eye health. These two natural compounds protect the retina and lens. - Tomato
Tomato
A red tomato delivers 35% of your daily FDA-recommended value of Vitamin A, which is important for eye health. Yellow tomatoes are good sources of iron and Vitamin C, as well as lutein, which helps prevent macular degeneration of the eyes caused by aging. However, they contain no Vitamin A. - Spirulina
Spirulina
Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae that grows in both salt and freshwater. It is highly nutritious and a great source of protein, copper, and B vitamins. - Turmeric
Turmeric
Turmeric, a plant in the ginger family, is native to Southeast Asia and is grown commercially in that region, primarily in India. Its rhizome (underground stem) is used as a culinary spice and traditional medicine. Historically, turmeric was used in Ayurveda and other traditional Indian medical systems, as well as Eastern Asian medical systems such as traditional Chinese medicine. In India, it was traditionally used for disorders of the skin, upper respiratory tract, joints, and digestive system. Today, turmeric is promoted as a dietary supplement for a variety of conditions, including arthritis, digestive disorders, respiratory infections, allergies, liver disease, depression, and many others. - Shiitake
Shiitake
Shiitake mushroom (Lentinus edodes) is a type of edible fungus. It's native to Japan and China, and contains a chemical called lentinan. Shiitake mushrooms are the second most commonly eaten mushrooms in the world. Lentinan and other chemicals in shiitake mushrooms might stimulate the immune system. People use shiitake mushrooms for HIV/AIDS, common cold, flu, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses. - Oyster
Oyster
Oysters are a delightful bite of pure ocean flavor, or a slimy salty blob. There are many opinions on this polarizing seafood. Fans praise oysters as chewy, distinctive, and fresh-flavored. Evidence of shellfish consumption by humans dates as far back as 164,000 years ago. Fast forward to roughly 2,000 years ago, history shows the Romans in England enjoying this salty seafood. - Reishi
Reishi
Eastern medicine makes use of many different plants and fungi. Interestingly, the reishi mushroom is particularly popular. It has a variety of potential health benefits, including boosting the immune system and fighting cancer. - Msm
Msm
MSM is a chemical in animals, humans, and many plants. People use it most often to try to treat arthritis. - Boron
Boron
Boron is a trace element that is naturally present in many foods and available as a dietary supplement. It is a structural component of plant cell walls and is required for plant growth, pollination, and seed formation [1]. Boron is not classified as an essential nutrient for humans because research has not yet identified a clear biological function for boron [2]. However, it might have beneficial effects on such functions as reproduction and development, calcium metabolism, bone formation, brain function, insulin and energy substrate metabolism, immunity, and the function of steroid hormones (including vitamin D and estrogen) - Maitake
Maitake
“Maitake” means dancing mushroom in Japanese. The mushroom is said to have gotten its name after people danced with happiness upon finding it in the wild, such are its incredible healing properties. This mushroom is a type of adaptogen. Adaptogens assist the body in fighting against any type of mental or physical difficulty. They also work to regulate systems of the body that have become unbalanced. While this mushroom can be used in recipes for taste alone, it’s considered to be a medicinal mushroom. - Cordyceps
Cordyceps
Cordyceps is a genus of fungi that may have anti-aging and exercise performance benefits, among several others.