As we go through our years in college, we get older and, of course, much wiser. Even so, healthy eating can be a tough enigma to figure out. Never fear! I've compiled a list of foods that every college student should try to eat more of. Drum roll, please ... And now the top ten healthiest foods:

10 Beans We all know that they are the "musical fruit," but their ability to make noise may have given them a bad rap. Garbanzo beans, pinto beans, kidney beans and black beans are rich in fiber. Fiber has been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease and cancer. Beans also provide bulk in your stomach, so you feel fuller longer and may snack less.

9 Herbs Fresh herbs such as basil, mint and parsley not only provide phenomenal flavor, but also contain important antioxidants. Antioxidants work by donating electrons so that when cellular damage occurs in unhealthy environments like smoke-filled bars and tanning beds, their donated electrons can help resist damage.

You can find fresh herbs in the produce section of local grocery stores.

8 Broccoli This cruciferous vegetable can help ward off cancer and heart disease. In addition, broccoli contains folate, which helps keep body cells healthy. Think of it as the Arnold Schwarzenegger of green vegetables.

7 Tomato sauce You may know that tomatoes contain vitamin c, a powerful antioxidant, but tomato sauce is just as healthy, if not healthier for you. Tomatoes contain lycopene, a red pigment, which has been linked to fighting diseases. Lycopene is actually better absorbed when it has been cooked because heat breaks down the tomato's cell walls, so it is better absorbed in the intestine. Mama mia!

6 Water Okay, water isn't exactly a food, but it is still very important. It lubricates joints, stabilizes body temperature, is the source of the body's transport system and is necessary for peak performance during exercise. Water keeps you alive, so do your body a favor and drink more of it.

5 Extra virgin olive oil Extra virgin olive oil is cold pressed, so it retains the highest disease-fighting ability. If you are on a budget, regular olive oil is still rich in vitamin E, an antioxidant, and heart-healthy monounsaturated fat.

4 Soy I realize that just the mention of soy can strike fear into some students, so I have replaced the word "soy" with the word "monster truck rally." Read on. Monster truck rally is low in saturated fat, high in antioxidants and may help reduce breast and prostate cancer. It may aid in the fight against osteoporosis, as it reduces the amount of calcium drawn out of bones. There is a multitude of products ranging from milk to beans to nuts to try. Just give it a chance.

3 Yogurt Yogurt is very rich in calcium and many students don't get enough to keep their bones healthy. In addition, the active cultures found in yogurt can help ward off unwanted bacteria in the body.

2 Fatty fish Fatty fish, such as salmon and tuna, are high in omega-3 fatty acids. These acids have been linked to a reduction in heart-related problems. In addition, these fatty fish supply an ample amount of protein, making it more than simply the "chicken of the sea." Try to eat these fish as often as possible, aiming for two times a week.

1 Blueberries This fruit is rich in antioxidants. Blueberries can help prevent cancer and heart disease. They also appear to delay the loss of age-related cognitive function. They are the "superman" of fruit and are very tasty.