Health: Vegetable Benefits

Hello foodies, today it is about healthy eating since this is the only way to a fit body and long life. Ever wondered why we eat what we eat? Every food has its own nutritional benefits. Here are some of the vegetables that we use frequently and their amazing benefits. Enjoy!!!

1)Broccoli
 
Contains vitamins C, A, Beta Carotene and Fiber.
2)Carrots
 
2 carrots every other day provide enough beta carotene to reduce stroke risk by half for men who already have symptoms of heart disease
3) Chili Peppers
 
The heat source in chilies, capsaicin, is an antioxidant. Contains blood thinning properties to prevent strokes, lowers cholesterol, protects DNA against carcinogens, may stimulate release of endorphins ("natural high" chemicals)
4)Spinach
 
Contains vitamins A and C, folic acid and magnesium which help control cancer, reduces heart disease and stroke risk, blocks free radicals and may help prevent osteoporosis.
5)Mushrooms
 
Contain beta-glucan, which stimulates immune system. Shitake, enoki, zhuling and reishi all have anti-cancer and antiviral effects
6)Tomatoes
 
Contain lycopenes - an antioxidant more potent than vitamin C. Stimulates immune function and may slow degenerative diseases
7) Garlic
 
May lower cholesterol and blood pressure. May contain chemicals capable of destroying cancer cells

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