4 healthy foods you may not eat, but are definitely worth trying!

Do you feel like you eat the same thing over and over again? Maybe you see some of the 4 healthy foods we 'll cover in this article on the shelves, but never thought to add them to your shopping cart. That's a mistake, as they definitely have something to offer you.

Red lentil pasta

I'm sure most of you are familiar withred lentils, but did you know that they are used to make pasta? Unlike other legume pastas, red lentil pasta does not bloat and is easy to digest, so even small children can eat it. Thanks to its higher fibre and protein content, it is more filling for a longer period of time than conventional pasta made from white flour. They are an excellent source of B vitamins, iron, magnesium, potassium and zinc. They are a good alternative to classic wheat pasta for people with gluten allergies, as they are naturally gluten-free. The preparation is very quick, they are cooked in 5 minutes.

You can use them as a classic side dish with meat, in pasta salad or baked dishes.

Where to buy?

You can find them by the pasta or in the health food section of some supermarkets, in health food stores.

Price: around 50 CZK for a 200 g pack

Nutritional values per 100 g (uncooked)

• 341 kcal
• Protein 23 g
• Carbohydrates 48 g (of which sugars 1.3 g)
• Fats 1,2 g

Pickles

Pickles are fermented vegetables, most commonly made from cabbage, carrots and onions. But don't confuse it with the classic sterilised vegetables you find on the supermarket shelves, they won't give you many health benefits. It contains various preservatives, food additives and lacks the beneficial lactic acid bacteria. Pickles is a balm for your digestion, helps maintain a healthy intestinal microflora, strengthens the immune system and is rich in vitamins (group B, C, K), minerals (potassium, sodium, magnesium, zinc), probiotics and fibre. Thanks to its low caloric value, it is also appreciated in the diet. It is intended for direct consumption, so it is not further cooked.

You can use it as a vegetable side dish with meat and rice or in a salad.

Where to buy?

You can find it in refrigerated cases in health food stores, there are also a number of recipes to make it at home

Price: around 20 CZK for a 200 g pack

Nutritional values per 100 g

• 38 kcal
• Protein 1.1 g
• Carbohydrates 8 g (of which sugars 1.7 g)
• Fat 0.1 g

Ghee - clarified butter

Ghee is not just any butter, its name comes from Ayurveda and it is attributed with many beneficial effects. It aids digestion, improves metabolism and immunity, lowers cholesterol, nourishes nerve cells and increases liver enzymes. It is produced by cooking butter lightly to the point where all the water has evaporated from it. Unlike conventional butter, ghee is lactose-free, so even lactose-intolerant individuals can enjoy it. It contains vitamins A, D, E, K, calcium, phosphorus, sodium, iron and magnesium. It has a high smoke point (250°C), so it does not burn. It is a pure fat with no protein or water content, so it does not need to be stored in the fridge.

It can be used in cooking wherever you would use any other fat, e.g. when roasting meat, frying pancakes, for steamed vegetables, in healthier desserts.

Where to buy?

You can find it in the health food or oil section of some supermarkets, health food stores and also on our online shop here.

Price: around 150 CZK for 400 g

Nutritional values per 2 tablespoons (32 g)

• 264 kcal
• Protein 0 g
• Carbohydrates 0 g
• Fat 29 g

Room noodles

Soba noodles come from Japan, are made from buckwheat flour and are naturally gluten-free. If you don't like buckwheat as such , definitely give it another chance in the form of noodles. When buying them , study the ingredients, as some manufacturers add wheat flour, even though it is not part of the original recipe. Soba noodles are high in rutin, which is needed for blood vessel health andpromotes vitamin Cabsorption . They are a source of fibre, minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, copper, zinc and B vitamins (B1, B2, B6), E and niacin.

They are cooked in 5 minutes and have the same use in the kitchen as traditional noodles or spaghetti.

Where to buy?

You can find them by the pasta or in the Asian food section of some supermarkets, health food stores.

Price: around 40 CZK for a 200 g pack

Nutritional values per 100 g (uncooked)

• 360 kcal
• Protein 14 g
• Carbohydrates 65 g (of which sugars 1 g)
• Fats 2 g

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