Best of MUSUBI: Healthy Japanese Foods!

Posted on 01/19/2024 Last updated on 01/19/2024

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Feeling the food blues? No worries, check out some of the healthiest goodies from Japan!

We all struggle with health and fitness, and it can become a chore thinking about what to eat and integrate into one’s health routine. But no worries here, because Japan is often heralded as one of the healthiest nations, and the answers can often be found in the food! Here’s three Japanese foods that are great additions to our daily diet!

Miso Soup

Firstl, there’s miso. In recent years it has caught on more outside Japan, so you may be familiar with it already.

Many Japanese people like to drink miso soup with their meals, and it’s no wonder because it’s tasty and provides a nice, cozy touch to any breakfast, lunch or dinner!

Miso is fermented soya bean paste. It is high in protein and can help boost your immunity. It can also decrease cholesterol levels and aid in digestion, making it a fine addition to any meal plan!

Natto

Then, there is the famous (or infamous) Natto! Despite its reputation, natto is worth trying and making a regular part of your diet if you can manage it. But just why is natto so good for you?

Although the texture can be an acquired taste to some, it is high in protein, vitamin B, fiber, iron and other important nutrients.

Natto can actually provide great nutrition to the skin and hair too! So next time you need a healthy summer glow, get some natto!

Green Tea

Thirdly, have you tried green tea? Green tea is a common beverage in Japan, and is often served hot or cold. Green tea has many antioxidants which can decrease free radicals in the body, and protect cells from damage.

This popular Japanese beverage can also improve circulation and lower cholesterol. It is like liquid magic in a little cup! Get your green tea on!

We all may get tired of sustaining our health routines from time to time, especially if we do not have the motivation to keep going. However, integrating little habits such as adding these healthy Japanese foods to our diet everyday can go a long way!

Many Japanese restaurants and families already incorporate such foods into their diets on a daily basis. These foods could be a contributory factor to why Japan is known for their long lifespans! Try a new Japanese health food today- maybe you will like it!

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