The mindbodygreen Podcast 598: Your guide to superfoods, cravings, & blood sugar | Amy Shah, M.D.
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May 25, 2025 Amy Shah, M.D., a double board-certified physician and bestselling author, shares her expertise on nutrition and integrative medicine. She discusses the surprising benefits of superfoods like kiwi and saffron for mood and hormones. Learn about the impact of cocoa flavanols on heart health, the distinctions between hunger and cravings, and how to enhance sleep quality. Shah also emphasizes the importance of movement—particularly walking—and practical tips for staying satiated and healthy through mindful eating.
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Daily Superfood Benefits
- Kiwi fruit is a powerful daily superfood that aids sleep and mood, especially when eaten with the skin for extra fiber.
- Citrus fruits like oranges and blueberries boost mood and cognition efficiently, ideal for kids and adults alike.
Preserve Sulforaphane in Veggies
- Eat cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts for their anti-cancer compound sulforaphane.
- To preserve sulforaphane, cut veggies and wait 45 minutes before cooking them to maximize benefits.
Flavanols Enhance Healthspan
- Plant compounds like flavanols enhance human health beyond survival vitamins by improving cardiovascular, brain, and mood health.
- Ancient knowledge about these compounds aligns with modern science, confirming their long-recognized benefits.