> Apricots
> Artichokes
> Avocados
> Bok Choy
> Broccoli
> Cantaloupe
> Crab
> Cranberry Juice
> Figs
> Garlic
> Ginger
> Lentils
> Lemons and Limes
> Onions
> Peanuts
> Pinto Beans
> Raisins
> Raspberries
> Salmon
> Shellfish
> Skim Milk
> Spinach
> Tomato
> Squash
> Watercress
> Wheat Germ
> Yogurt

Why They're Healthy...
They're the Most Nutrient Dense. They are among the richest sources of many of the essential nutrients needed for optimal health. Nutrient density is a measure of the amount of nutrients a food contains in comparison to the number of calories. A food is more nutrient dense when the level of nutrients is high in relationship to the number of calories the food contains. You'll get all the essential nutrients that you need for excellent health, including vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, essential fatty acids, fiber and more for the least number of calories.

They're Whole Foods. Whole foods are complete with all their rich natural endowment of nutrients. They have not been highly processed nor do they contain synthetic, artificial or irradiated ingredients.

They're Familiar Foods. They are common "everyday" foods. These include the fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds, lean meats, fish, olive oil, herbs and spices that are familiar to most people.

They're Readily Available. Although there are many foods that are exceptionally nutritious, many of them are not readily available in different areas of the country. The World's Healthiest Foods are foods that the majority people can easily find at their local market.

They're Affordable. We have selected foods that are not only familiar and available, but also affordable, especially if you purchase them locally and in season. This is also the time when they are the freshest and of the best quality.

They Taste Good. The World's Healthiest Foods are also some of the world's best tasting foods.