What are nutrient dense foods?  Foods that contain a high amount of nutrients compared to their calorie content.

These foods are usually whole foods; they are not highly processed nor do they contain synthetic or artificial ingredients.

There are many nutrient dense foods out there but here are a few of my favorites: 

Avocados
Apples
Bell peppers
Beets
Carrots
Sweet potato
Mushrooms
Berries - Raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, strawberries
Quinoa
Whole wheat
Almonds
Pumpkin seeds
Eggs
Low fat dairy
Green Tea
Black beans (most beans)
Chickpeas
Salmon
Cod
Scallops
Ginger
Cayenne pepper
Cinnamon
Oregano


What are your favorites?