The Spring Superfoods a Holistic Health Practitioner Wants You to Eat

Reminiscent of that anise or licorice flavor, fennel is crunchy like celery and full of fiber, potassium, folate, and vitamins C and B's. It has long been used as a remedy for poor digestion, to relieve gas, constipation, and even menstrual cramps. It also acts as a diuretic and helps to relieve bloating.

Your grandmother may have been on to something with her classic rhubarb pie. This vegetable, though usually served in a sweet form to counter its bitterness, is packed with vitamins and minerals to reduce inflammation and fight free radicals and oxidation. It is an excellent digestive soother, relieves constipation, and is a natural diuretic.

Radishes are full of flavor, folate, fiber, B vitamins, as well as trace minerals like copper, magnesium, zinc, and manganese. They are naturally cleansing, enhance, digestion, and are cooling in nature. Their high water content and detoxifying nature help to cleanse the system while supporting skin health.

This bitter herb, also known as rocket, contains high levels of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals like vitamin C, K, A, potassium, manganese, iron, and calcium. It supports immunity, fights against oxidation, and boosts the metabolism while reducing bodily inflammation.