The Top 10 Healthiest Foods as Identified by 10 Nutritionists
A top 10 list distilled from the insight of highly-rated experts
The internet is full of top 10 healthy foods lists. So, what makes this one special? Well, it has a novel spin: paying ten highly-rated nutritionists and dietitians on Upwork for listing their top 10 healthiest foods. I also asked for good reasons and scientific references to back up their selections.
It turned out to be a fascinating exercise, bringing several new health-enhancing foods into my diet. I hope you learn as much from reading this article as I learned writing it!
So, without further ado, here are the top 10 healthiest foods identified by qualified nutritionists and dietitians.
1. Legumes (10 Votes)
My money was on berries or leafy greens to top the list, but legumes emerged as the surprise winner. Every one of the ten experts included it in their lists of healthy foods.
Benefits: There were a host of reasons behind legumes topping the list. Most nutritionists pointed out that legumes are an excellent source of plant protein and rich in soluble and insoluble fiber to regulate appetite. They're also great prebiotics for a healthy gut and better immunity while containing very little…
