Red kidney beans are a good source of fiber, folate, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, iron, copper and potassium. Eating beans, including kidney beans, more often may help reduce your risk for heart disease, cancer and diabetes, according to North Dakota State University Extension, and may also help you lose weight.

Spirulina is blue-green algae that thrives in warm climates in warm alkaline water. Many cultures around the world include spirulina as part of their daily diets because of its powerful nutrient benefits. It's available dried and freeze-dried, in powder, pills or as flakes.

Good blood flow is essential for proper brain function and oxygen transport to vital organs in the body. Because your heart is the pump that keeps your blood circulating, it's important to maintain a strong heart.

Edamame, which are fresh green soybeans, can be a healthy addition to a woman's diet. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics states that soy products, such as edamame, are the only plant-based protein sources comparable in quality to eggs and meat.

Portobello mushrooms are mature cremini mushrooms that have an intense flavor and a meaty texture. These mushrooms provide a number of essential nutrients but don't contain many calories, making them a nutritious addition to any diet.

Unlike marijuana, hempseed doesn't have any effect on your brain function. Hempseed oil contains high levels of essential fatty acids, making it a potentially healthy addition to your diet.

You may consider the scale your friend after dealing with a cold or flu. Between your loss of appetite and fever, you may notice that you've lost a few pounds after your week of being sick. However, you may have a hard time keeping the weight off when you start to feel better.

Dulse, also known as Palmaria palmata, is red seaweed that grows attached to rocks. It's not only rich in health benefits. This salty sea vegetable is eaten fresh and dried in foods including soups, chowders and fish dishes. Dried, dulse is used as seasoning.

Contrary to Internet rumors, eating pineapple isn't going to magically dissolve your body fat. Adding more vegetables and fruits, such as pineapple, to your diet, however, does tend to increase your weight loss results slightly, according to a study published in "The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition" in May 2009.

If you have irritable bowel syndrome, you know how difficult it can be to deal with your symptoms, which may include abdominal pain and bouts of diarrhea or constipation.

As a healthy carb, pineapple makes a good addition to your bodybuilding diet. It not only satisfies your sweet tooth, but eating pineapple after a heavy workout may also help muscle recovery.

Bread made with soy flour and linseed, or flaxseed, can be a good alternative to white bread if you are looking for some extra nutrition or if you have gluten sensitivities and cannot eat wheat products.