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Winter’s bounty: Top 10 fruits and vegetables
Here’s a look at the top ten fruits and vegetables that are
currently in season and the many important nutrients they provide.
Avocado
Avocados are a great source of mono-unsaturated fats that are essential
in the prevention of high blood pressure, clogged arteries and poor
blood circulation. In addition, they contain other important vitamins
and minerals such as magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, folic acid,
potassium and vitamin B1. These nutrients are collectively responsible
for activating various digestive enzymes.
Bok Choy
Bok Choy, otherwise known as Chinese Cabbage, is an excellent source
of vitamin A, C and folic acid. Vitamin A is responsible for secreting
gastric juices that are essential for protein digestion. Vitamin
C serves many functions in the body including the maintenance of
a healthy immune system, good eyesight, and a host of other important
bodily functions. Folic acid is essential for the health of the
entire nervous system and in the formation of DNA and RNA.
Broccoli
Broccoli is an excellent source of Vitamin A, C, Calcium, Phosphorus,
Magnesium and Iron. These nutrients are all very important for building
and maintaining strong bones. Furthermore, broccoli and all dark
green leafy vegetables contain various plant chemicals that work
together to help prevent cancer and other degenerative diseases.
Brussel Sprouts
A Brussel Sprout is a small cabbage that contains a wide array of
minerals such as potassium, phosphorus, magnesium and iron. It is
also an excellent source of sulfur, which helps to cleanse the digestive
system.
Winter Squash
Winter squash is a wonderful source of vitamin A, C, potassium,
folic acid and thiamin. Thiamin is an essential part of the digestion
of carbohydrates and fats. Potassium is an important mineral in
the formation of muscular tissue and also assists in the elimination
of blood impurities via the kidney.
Top 5 fruits
Bananas—vitamin B-6, potassium and vitamin C.
Blood Oranges—vitamin C and folic acid.
Red grapes—vitamin C.
Passion fruit—vitamins A and C.
Tangerines—vitamin C and folic acid.
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