Nutrient Dense, Whole Foods is the key phrase here.  Diet alone cannot prevent disease.  Diet is one part of a multi-faceted dedication to health and wellness including a purpose in life, habits that reduce stress, community involvement, dedication to family, and moving naturally.  Within the element of diet, a focus on plant based, nutrient dense foods and eating in moderation are the key factors.  Whether your goal is to prevent cancer, improve your scalp health, lose excess fat, live longer, or to simply feel better, Nutrient Dense, Whole Foods is the easy place to start.

Defining Power House Fruits and Vegetables

“This article describes a classification scheme defining PFV [powerhouse fruits and vegetables] on the basis of 17 nutrients of public health importance per the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and Institute of Medicine (ie, potassium, fiber, protein, calcium, iron, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folate, zinc, and vitamins A, B₆, B₁₂, C, D, E, and K) (3)”