Dr. Perricone's 'Good' Foods
![Herring Herring](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/presents/2005/young/life/goodfoods_102_350x263.jpg)
Best protein choices (these are also rich in essential fatty acids, which help facilitate weight loss): Wild Alaskan salmon, halibut, herring, trout, anchovies and sardines.
![Shrimp Shrimp](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/presents/2005/young/life/goodfoods_103_350x263.jpg)
Seafood choices: Shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, crab, lobster, bass, cod and flounder.
![Chicken Chicken](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/presents/2005/young/life/goodfoods_104_350x263.jpg)
Best poultry choices: Skinless chicken breast and skinless turkey breast.
![Eggs Eggs](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/presents/2005/young/life/goodfoods_105_350x263.jpg)
Other good sources of protein (choose low fat varieties if weight is a concern): Plain yogurt, high essential fatty acid eggs, plain kefir, cottage cheese and tofu.
![Barley Barley](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/presents/2005/young/life/goodfoods_106_350x263.jpg)
Grains and legumes: Old fashioned oatmeal, lentils, chickpeas, dried beans, buckwheat and barley.
![Vegetables Vegetables](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/presents/2005/young/life/goodfoods_107_350x263.jpg)
Fruits and Vegetables (The Rainbow Foods): Apples, artichokes, arugula, asparagus, avocado, bamboo shoots, bell peppers (green and red), berries (blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, raspberries), bok choy, broccoli, broccoli rabe, brussels sprouts, cabbage, cantaloupe, cauliflower, celery, cherries, chives, collards, cucumbers, dark green leafy lettuces (baby greens), eggplant, endive, escarole, fresh lemons, garlic, green beans, grapefruits (red and pink), honeydew melon, hot peppers, kale, leeks, mushrooms, onions, pears, pea pods, radish, rutabaga, scallions, swiss chard, spinach, sprouts, summer squash, tomatoes, turnips, water chestnut and zucchini.
![Sesame seeds Sesame seeds](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/presents/2005/young/life/goodfoods_108_350x263.jpg)
Nuts and Seeds: Almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, pecans, macadamia nuts, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds and flaxseeds.
![Spices Spices](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/presents/2005/young/life/goodfoods_109_350x263.jpg)
Herbs and spices: Cinnamon sticks, dill, marjoram, parsley, turmeric, ginger root, basil, oregano, thyme, lemon balm, mint, sage and rosemary.
![Green Tea Green Tea](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/presents/2005/young/life/goodfoods_110_350x263.jpg)
Beverages: Green tea, water, Açaí (found in natural food stores), pomegranate juice (unsweetened).
![Olive oil Olive oil](/g/image-resizer?width=670&link=https://static.oprah.com/images/presents/2005/young/life/goodfoods_111_350x263.jpg)
Condiments: Extra-virgin olive oil (look for Italian or Spanish high quality), cayenne pepper, salsa.
Get Dr. Perricone's list of pro-Inflammatory foods you should avoid.
Get Dr. Perricone's list of pro-Inflammatory foods you should avoid.
Published 01/01/2006