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Asparagus

* Asparagus is high in glutathione, an important anticarcinogen
* It also contains rutin, which protects small blood vessels from rupturing and may protect against radiation
* Asparagus is a good source of vitamins A, C and E, B-complex vitamins, potassium and zinc

Avocado

* Avocados are rich in monounsaturated fat, which is easily burned for energy.
* An avocado has more than twice as much potassium as a banana.
* For a delicious, creamy salad dressing, mix together avocado and fresh carrot juice.

Bananas

* You don’t need to eat bananas for the potassium! (Although it is present in bananas, potassium is the predominant nutrient among most all fruits and vegetables.)
* Bananas are high in sugar, so they should not be eaten if you have blood sugar problems.
* Don’t eat bananas on an empty stomach; combining them with a bit of protein will help to normalize the insulin response caused by the sugar in the banana.
* Green-tipped bananas are better for your health than over-ripe bananas.
* On a side note: Because bananas are so popular, rainforests are often destroyed to make way for banana plantations.

Beet Greens/Root

* Beet greens contain notable amounts of calcium, iron, magnesium and phosphorus
* They also contain vitamins A, B-complex and C
* Beet roots are high in carbohydrate levels and should therefore be used sparingly

Broccoli

* Broccoli contains twice the vitamin C of an orange
* It has almost as much calcium as whole milk--and the calcium is better absorbed
* It contains selenium, a mineral that has been found to have anti-cancer and anti-viral properties
* Broccoli is a modest source of vitamin A and alpha-tocopherol vitamin E
* It also has antioxidant properties

Celery

* Celery is the best vegetable source of naturally occurring sodium.
* It is high in potassium.
* The high water content in celery makes it ideal for vegetable juicing.
* As an easy way to reduce grains in your diet, spread peanut butter on celery rather than bread.

Cilantro

* Cilantro may be useful to treat urinary tract infections
* Both the leaves and seeds aid digestion, relieve intestinal gas, pain and distention
* They also treat nausea, soothe inflammation, rheumatic pain, headaches, coughs and mental stress
* Cilantro is a member of the carrot family

Chicory

* Chicory contains inulin, which helps diabetics regulate their blood sugar levels
* Chicory is closely related to lettuce and dandelion but is a member of the sunflower family
* It may be cleansing to the liver and gallbladder
* Chicory is beneficial for digestion, the circulatory system and the blood
* Chicory leaves are a good source of calcium, vitamin A and potassium

Chinese Cabbage

* Chinese cabbage has anti-inflammatory properties
* It is an excellent source of folic acid
* Chinese cabbage is low in calories and low in sodium
* It is also high in vitamin A and a good source of potassium

Dandelion Greens

* Dandelion is beneficial to digestion and is an antiviral that may be useful in the treatment of AIDS and herpes
* It may also be useful in treating jaundice, cirrhosis, edema due to high blood pressure, gout, eczema and acne
* Dandelion is also used to treat and prevent breast and lung tumors and premenstrual bloating
* Dandelion greens are high in vitamin A in the form of antioxidant carotenoid and vitamin C
* They also contain calcium and potassium
* Dandelion root contains inulin, which lowers blood sugar in diabetics

Fennel

* Fennel contains the antioxidant flavonoid quercetin
* This herb is anticarcinogenic and can be useful for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiation
* Fennel can be useful for indigestion and spasms of the digestive tract
* It also helps expel phlegm from the lungs

Green Beans

* Fresh beans contain vitamin A, B-complex vitamins, calcium and potassium
* Green beans are diuretic and may be used to treat diabetes
* A fresh bean should snap crisply and feels velvety to the touch

Jicama

* Jicama is low in sodium and high in potassium
* It has a slightly sweet flesh that's on the order of water chestnuts, but crunchier
* Due to their high carbohydrate content, they should be used sparingly

Kale

* Kale eases lung congestion and is beneficial to the stomach, liver and immune system
* It contains lutein and zeaxanthin, which protect the eyes from macular degeneration
* It also contains indole-3-carbinol, which may protect against colon cancer
* Kale is an excellent source of calcium, iron, vitamins A and C, and chlorophyll

Kohlrabi

* Kohlrabi, which belongs to the cabbage family, is an excellent source of vitamin C and potassium
* It is also high in fiber
* Kohlrabi helps to stabilize blood sugar and is therefore useful hypoglycemia and diabetes
* It can also be effective against edema, candida and viral conditions

Mustard Greens

* Mustard greens are an excellent anticancer vegetable
* They may also be beneficial for colds, arthritis or depression
* While mustard greens sold in the United States are relatively mild in flavor, some mustard green varieties, especially those in Asia, can be as hot as a jalapeno pepper depending on their mustard oil content

Onions

* Onions are an excellent antioxidant, and they contain anti-allergy, antiviral and antihistamine properties.
* Sulfur compounds in onions help to detoxify the body.
* Onions aid in cellular repair.
* Onions are a rich source of quercetin, a potent antioxidant.
* To obtain the maximum nutritional benefits, onions should be eaten raw or lightly steamed.

Parsley

* Parsley is useful as a digestive aid
* It helps to purify the blood and stimulate the bowels
* Parsley is an anticarcinogen
* It contains three times as much vitamin C as oranges, and twice as much iron as spinach
* Parsley contains vitamin A and is a good source of copper and manganese
* For a natural breath freshener, try a sprig of parsley!

Peanut Butter

* When buying peanut butter, only buy organic varieties.
* Non-organic peanut butters are high in pesticides and fungus and contain aflatoxin, a potent carcinogenic mold.
* To increase the protein in peanut butter (peanuts have about the same amount of protein as soy), Brewer’s yeast can be mixed in. This is especially useful for vegetarians.

Peanuts

* Peanuts contain beneficial protein, but many people are allergic to them and find them hard to digest.
* They also contain aflatoxin, a carcinogenic, which may explain why peanut farmers have been found to have disproportionately high rates of cancer.
* Peanuts are high in fungus and, often, pesticides.
* They do not contain any omega-3, which can contribute to distorting your omega-6:omega-3 ratio.
* The peanut is actually a legume, not a nut (which is why they are often roasted).
* Peanuts contain about the same amount of protein as soy and are low in starchy carbohydrates.
* Did you know? George Washington Carver was largely responsible for popularizing the peanut as a food in America.

Pumpkin Seeds

* Pumpkin seeds are high in zinc, which is good for the prostate and building the immune system.
* They also contain fatty acids that kill parasites.
* Raw pumpkin seeds contain essential fatty acids and beneficial proteins.
* For maximum nutritional benefits, seeds should be eaten raw.
* Roasted seeds contain damaged fat that can lead to plaque in the arteries.

Radishes

* Radishes have antibacterial and anti-fungal properties
* They are a member of the cabbage family
* Radishes contain vitamin C, potassium and other trace minerals
* Grown in Egypt since at least 2780 B.C., radishes were originally black

Sweet Potato

* Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of carotenoid antioxidants
* They contain calcium, are high in vitamins A and C and contain thiamine
* Be careful: eating too many may cause abdominal swelling and indigestion
* Sweet potatoes are also high in sugar and therefore should be used sparingly
* Sweet potatoes are not related to the potato nor the yam--they are actually a member of the morning glory family

Tomatoes

* Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, flavonoids and other phytochemicals with anticarcinogenic properties
* Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C (the vitamin C is most concentrated in the jelly-like substance that surrounds the seeds)
* They also contain vitamin A and B-complex vitamins, potassium and phosphorus
* A tomato grown in a hothouse has half the vitamin C content as a vine-ripened tomato

Zucchini (Summer Squash)

* Zucchini and other summer squash varieties contain vitamins A and C
* They also contain potassium and calcium
* The flavor of zucchini is best when it is less than six inches long
* Zucchinis can grow as large as baseball
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