The following list is a sampling of the health benefits of
\nvegetables.
\nAlfalfa: One of the most popular sprouts, Alfalfa is a
\ngood source of vitamins A, B, C, D, E, F, and K and is
\nrich in many minerals, as well as many enzymes needed
\nfor digestion. Alfalfa sprouts are high in phytoestrogens \u2013
\nknown to have preventive elements for cancer, heart
\ndiseases, menopausal symptoms, and osteoporosis.
\nArtichokes: High in fiber, as well as a flavonoid that has
\nbeen shown to reduce skin cancer. May also reduce
\ncholesterol levels.
\nArugula: This green contains cancer-preventative
\ncompounds known as isothiocyanates.
\nAsparagus: High in the antioxidant glutathione, which
\nappears to lower cancer risk.
\nBeets: Beta-cyanin, which gives them their reddish-purple
\ncolor, is a disease-fighting antioxidant. Beets are richer
\nthan spinach in iron and other minerals. Helpful in cases
\nof anemia, tuberculosis, constipation, poor appetite,
\nobesity, tumors, gout, and pimples. Also helpful in the
\nelimination of irritating drug poisons.
\nBeans: (Including legumes, navy, black, kidney, pinto,
\nsoybeans, black-eyed peas and lentils) One-half cup of
\ncooked beans daily reduces cholesterol an average 10%
\nand regulates blood sugar levels. An excellent food for
\ndiabetics. Linked to lower rates of certain cancers. Very
\nhigh in fiber.
\nBroccoli: Abundant in antioxidants, including quercetin,
\nglutathione, beta-carotene, vitamin C, lutein, glucarate,
\nsulforaphane. Extremely high in cancer fighting activity,
\nparticularly against lung, colon and breast cancers. Like
\nother cruciferous vegetables, it speeds up removal of
\nestrogen from the body, helping suppress breast cancer.
\nRich in cholesterol reducing fiber. Has anti-viral, antiulcer activity. High in chromium, which helps regulate
\ninsulin and blood sugar. Cooking and processing destroys
\nsome of the antioxidants and anti-estrogenic agents, such
\nas indoles and glutathione. Most protective when eaten
\nraw or lightly cooked.
\nBrussels Sprouts: Possesses some of the same powers as
\nits relatives, broccoli and cabbage. Anti-cancer, estrogenic
\nand packed with various antioxidants (including plenty of
\nVitamin C) and cancer-fighting indoles.
\nCabbage: (including Bok Choy) Contains numerous anticancer and antioxidant compounds. Speeds up estrogen
\nmetabolism, is thought to help block breast cancer and
\nsuppress growth of polyps, a prelude to colon cancer.
\nEating cabbage more than once a week cut men\u2019s colon
\ncancer odds by 66%. As little as two daily tbsp. of cooked
\ncabbage protected against stomach cancer. Has antibacterial and anti-viral powers. Some of these important
\ncompounds are destroyed by cooking. Raw cabbage, as in
\ncole slaw, appears to have stronger overall health value.
\nRaw cabbage juice helps heal ulcers in humans.
\nCarrots: High in beta carotene, with powerful anticancer,
\nartery-protecting, immune-boosting, infection-fighting,
\nantioxidant qualities. A carrot a day slashed stroke rates in
\nwomen by 68%. The beta carotene in one medium carrot
\ncuts lung cancer risk in half, even among formerly heavy
\nsmokers. Also reduces odds of degenerative eye diseases
\n(cataracts and macular degeneration as well as chest pain
\n(angina). The high soluble fiber depresses blood cholesterol and promotes regularity. Cooking can make it easier
\nfor the body to absorb carrot\u2019s beta carotene.
\nCauliflower: Another great source of anti-cancer indoles,
\nfiber, and vitamin C. Cauliflower provides special nutrient
\nsupport for three body systems that are closely connected
\nwith cancer development as well as cancer prevention: (1)
\nthe body\u2019s detox system, (2) its antioxidant system, and (3)
\nits inflammatory\/anti-inflammatory system. To preserve
\nthese anti-cancer nutrients, raw is best, steamed is second
\nbest.
\nCelery: A remedy for high blood pressure. Also has a
\nmild diuretic effect. Contains eight different families of
\nanti-cancer compounds, such as phthalides and polyacetylenes, that detoxify carcinogens, especially cigarette
\nsmoke.
\nCucumbers: Good for fevers, constipation, skin eruptions, high blood pressure, rheumatism, obesity, acidosis
\nand is a mild diuretic.
\nGreen beans: Contains a variety of antioxidant carotenoids, including beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin.
\nGreens: (Including collard, kale, mustard, turnip) These
\ngreens are packed with anti-cancer, antioxidant compounds (lutein, zeaxanthin, and isothiocyanates), beta
\ncarotene, vitamin C, and 93 to 226 mg of calcium per cup.
\nLike other green leafy vegetables, these are all associated
\nwith low rates of all cancers.
\nKale: A rich source of various anti-cancer chemicals. Has
\nmore beta carotene than spinach and twice as much
\nlutein, the most of any vegetable tested. Kale is also a
\nmember of the cruciferous family, endowing it with
\nindoles that help regulate estrogen and fight off colon cancer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
The following list is a sampling of the health benefits of vegetables. Alfalfa: One of the most popular sprouts, Alfalfa is a good source of vitamins A, B, C, D, E, F, and K and is rich in many minerals, as well as many enzymes needed for digestion. Alfalfa sprouts are high in phytoestrogens \u2013 […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":904,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,8],"tags":[17],"class_list":["post-923","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-crops","category-vegetables","tag-team"],"yoast_head":"\n