Superfoods: we've all heard the term, but what does it really mean? The following foods, among others, are packed with phytonutrients that can help promote your health, elevate your mood and even control your weight. Nuts – Nuts are rich in vitamin E, folic acid, fiber, plant protein and many minerals, all of which can help you dramatically reduce your risk of cancer, diabetes and heart disease. Sweet Potatoes – Just three and half ounces of sweet potato delivers 12 milligrams of beta-carotene vitamin A, essential for the growth and development of several major systems in the body. Baby Soy Beans – Better known as edamame, these baby soy beans are high in protein, fiber, vitamins and isoflavones (only found in soy). A small serving contain as much fiber as 4 slices of bread or 4 cups of zucchini! Carrots – Full of beta-carotene, which is excellent for your eyes, carrots also help keep your arteries clear and may prevent tumors from growing! Beans – Beans are high in complex carbohydrat
