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  1. Leeks

    From the same family as onions and garlic, leeks share many of the same great benefits like Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, iron and manganese. They help fight cancer, raise good HDL cholesterol, and help regulate blood sugar. Their taste is sweeter and milder than onions and they are often used in sauces, soups and sautés.

  2. Avocados

    Rich in Vitamin E, Vitamin K, fiber, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, potassium, folate, copper, fiber, carotenoid lutein, monosaturated fat, and oleic acid avocados work hard to protect the body from breast cancer and prostate cancer while simultaneously lowering cholesterol levels. Enjoy them in salads, sandwiches and so much more.

  3. Kiwis

    Little, cute these small fruits are packed with potassium, copper, Vitamin C, fiber, Vitamin E, magnesium, and manganese. They are also filled with phytonutrients and antioxidants that work very hard to keep your DNA, heart, colon, and blood sugar levels in check. They also help fight macular degeneration, asthma, and the risk of blood clotting.

  4. Broccoli

    The super food broccoli contains Vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, C, A, E, protein, zinc, fiber, magnesium, manganese, potassium and phosphorus. It is an exceptional vegetable that helps fight cancer, cataracts, ulcers, heart disease, birth defects and rheumatoid arthritis. In addition, it helps boost the immune system and strengthen bones. Enjoy it raw or cooked.

  5. Sweet Potatoes

    Rich in antioxidants, sweet potatoes are anti-diabetic foods that have actually been found to balance blood sugar and decrease insulin resistance. They are offer Vitamin A, B6, C, iron, copper, fiber, potassium, and manganese. Enjoy them cold or hot and use them as a substitute for any regular potato.

  6. Green Beans

    This vegetable is packed with Vitamin K (which is highly important for healthy bones). Studies show that green beans may reduce the risk of asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoarthritis. It may also protect against certain cancers, heart problems and help keep the skin, memory and immune system in healthy check. They offer Vitamin A, C, fiber, protein, copper, calcium, riboflavin, manganese, folate, magnesium, niacin, thiamin, phosphorous, and omega-3 fatty acids. Serve them in soups, casseroles and side dishes.

  7. Pears

    Because of their antioxidant properties, pears help protect the body promoting heart, colon and macular degeneration. They are also known as a hypoallergenic fruit. In other words, they are least likely to cause allergies and because of this they are often the recommended fruit for infants. Pears contain copper, Vitamin C and fiber and are served whole, in salads and a wide variety of other dishes.

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