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Saturday, October 18, 2008

Second Best Vegetables

ARTICHOKE – Contains fiber, potassium, calcium, iron. Helps liver and gall bladder functions.

CAULIFLOWER – cancer-prevention, helps liver fight toxins

RED CABBAGE – Has phytonutrients, is rich in iron. Helps lungs, stomach and colon.

ARUGULA – Contains calcium, vitamins A, C and K.

MUSHROOMS – Contains copper. Helps fight cancer and diabetes.

CORN – Helps with kidney problems, lowers cholesterol

CELERY – Vitamins B and C. Helps with arthritis.

CARROTS – Contains vitamin A for eye health.

CUCUMBERS – Helps kidney, liver, pancreas and skin. Functions as a diuretic.

RADISH – Helps with stomach. Has diuretic and laxative properties.

BROCCOLI RABE – Contains phytochemicals. May help prevent risk of stroke.

PEAS, SUGAR SNAP PEAS, PEA PODS – Contain Vitamin A. Pureed peas help with ulcers (uses up stomach acid).

Vegetables I won’t eat but should really be on this list: brussels sprouts, kale, eggplant.

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