5 Healthiest Vegetables: Do You Know About All Of Them?

14.05.2023 13:20

Everyone knows the benefits that vegetables bring to the human body.

However, some of them contain much more vitamins, minerals and nutrients than their other "brothers", reports ADVICE.NEWS . Here are the vegetables that you should definitely include in your diet.

Brussels sprouts

Brussels sprouts boast low calorie content.

In addition, it is one of the vegetables, the consumption of which reduces the risk of cancer and cardiovascular diseases, and also reduces the likelihood of birth defects.

Broccoli

Broccoli is considered healthy for a reason. The rich composition of cabbage includes such extremely useful microelements for the body as selenium, silicon, iron, calcium, boron, iodine, etc., vitamins: A, E, PP, K and B vitamins, as well as proteins, fiber and many other biologically active nutrients.

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Leafy vegetables

Regular consumption of leafy vegetables and greens stimulates the digestive and endocrine systems.

They are beneficial for blood vessels, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and help reduce and normalize weight.

Legumes

Legumes (except soybeans) contain a large amount of protein - from 20 to 24%, fat - from 2 to 4%, starch - 38-34%, dietary fiber - 6-12%, iron - 3-11%.

They also contain folic acid, potassium, and magnesium. Note: Although legumes are tasty and healthy, they should not be eaten too often.

Sweet potato

Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamins and nutrients.

It is an excellent source of protein, carbohydrates, fiber, B vitamins, vitamin C, potassium and calcium.

In addition, sweet potatoes are a unique source of vitamin A: 100 grams of the product contain up to 2 daily requirements for an adult.

Elena Shimanovskaya Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Internet resource editor


Content
  1. Brussels sprouts
  2. Broccoli
  3. Leafy vegetables
  4. Legumes
  5. Sweet potato