Top Health Trends For 2017

With the start of the New Year comes the start of a new trend. We created a list of the most likely food trends to kick off in 2017:

Oil Pulling

Oil pulling is an oral health technique practiced by ancient cultures in India. Oil pulling involves swishing coconut oil around your mouth to draw out toxins. Prioritize using coconut oil over other oils because it has the added benefit of lauric acid, which has anti-microbial agents. The science is still out on oil pulling, but studies have shown it helps whiten teeth and improve oral health.

Supergrains

Quinoa is the new super food as it sits atop the grain hierarchy. Quinoa has significantly higher nutritional content than most other grains. It contains 10-times the iron levels of long-grain rice, twice the amount of protein and 6-times the dietary fiber. It even contains all essential amino acids, making it a complete protein. Quinoa is also gluten-free and an excellent source of key vitamins like potassium and calcium. It even has the ability to lower your cholesterol.

Birch Water

Birch water, taken from the sap of birch trees, is said to be even healthier than coconut water. High in protein, potassium, and enzymes it is said to keep you hydrated while boosting your immune system and regulating your cholesterol. One bottle of birch water contains 5-times the amount of manganese than a cup of kale.

Adaptogens

Adaptogens are plants that help you deal with your stress. They help to normalize your physiological response to stress factors. Common adaptogens are ginseng, cordycep mushrooms and holy basil. Adoptogens help regulate high levels of cortisol and chronic stress, which can negatively affect your mental and physical health.

Avocado Oil

Avocado oil helps increase the speed of cell regeneration, lowers heart disease and is an effective antioxidant. Avocado oil not only rids your body of toxins, but it is able to slow the process of aging. It can even be used as an effective skin moisturizer and it strengthens hair follicles and speeds growth.

Kombucha

Kombucha has been growing in popularity and even being featured on restaurant menus. Kombucha is a fermented sweet tea that contains large amounts of B vitamins. Kombucha has been shown to improve liver function, boost the immune system and even been claimed to prevent cancer.