CELERY

Nutritional Benefits: Celery leaves has high content of vitamin A, whilst the stems are an
excellent source of vitamins B1, B2, B6 and C with rich supplies of potassium, folate, calcium,
magnesium, iron, phosphorus, sodium and plenty essential amino acids. The health benefits of
celery are more than just lowering blood pressure. They also contain at least eight families of
anti-cancer compounds to combat cancer.
CABBAGE
Nutritional Benefits: This parcel of vegetable is nutrient-packed and low in calorie. It is
impressive with its high content levels of calcium, iron, iodine, potassium, sulfur, and
phosphorus. In the vitamins department, it is loaded with vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, C, E, K and
folate. Each layer of the cabbage is packed with an abundance of natural anti-oxidant properties
that help you fight cancer.
SPRING ONIONS
Nutritional Benefits: It is low in Sodium, and very low in Saturated Fat and Cholesterol. It is
also a good source of Thiamin, Riboflavin, Magnesium, Phosphorus and Copper, and a very good
source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Potassium and
Manganese.
BROCCOLI
Nutritional Benefits: Broccoli is packed with spectacular and unique disease fighters. It is
abundant in a variety of very strong anti-oxidants like quercetin, glutathione, beta carotene,
indoles, vitamin C, lutein, glucarate and sulphoraphane. This synergy of anti-oxidants make
broccoli a very good food for anti-cancer activities, particularly against cancers of the breast,
cervical, prostate, colon and lung. Low in calories, broccoli is especially rich vitamins A, C, K, B6
and E, calcium, folate, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium.
BAGUIO BEANS
Nutritional Benefits: Green beans are an excellent source of vitamin K. They are a very good
source of manganese, vitamin C, dietary fiber, folate, and vitamin B2. In addition, green beans
are a good source of copper, vitamin B1, chromium, magnesium, calcium, potassium,
phosphorus, choline, vitamin A (in the form of carotenoids), niacin, protein, omega-3 fatty acids,
iron, vitamin B6, and vitamin E.
SNOW PEAS
Nutritional Benefits: This food is very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. It is also a
good source of Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Pantothenic Acid, Magnesium, Phosphorus and Potassium,
and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Thiamin, Folate, Iron
and Manganese.
LIMA BEANS
Nutritional Benefits: This food is very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. It is also a
good source of Protein, Folate, Iron and Potassium, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber and
Manganese.
CORN
Nutritional Benefit: Corn is nutritious, providing fiber, which aids in digestion, plus folate,
thiamin, phosphorus, vitamin C, and magnesium (about 10% of the daily value for each).
GARLIC
Nutritional Benefits: Garlic is an excellent source of vitamins A, B-complex and C. It provides a
good supply of minerals like manganese, phosphorus, calcium, copper, potassium, iron and
copper. It also contains amino acids, essential oils, glycosides, and the rare essential trace
minerals like germanium, selenium and tellurium. The phytochemical in garlic includes antioxidant allium, which is also present in onions, leeks, chives and shallots. The health benefits of

garlic revolve around its anti-microbial effect, its antibiotic and immune enhancing ability and its
many anti-oxidants.

SQUASH
Nutritional Benefits: Summer squash is rich in lutein and zeaxanthinthe main carotenoids in
the lens and macular area of the eye.
TOMATOES
Nutritional Benefits: Tomatoes are rich in moisture, vitamins and minerals, and phytonutrients.
They are an excellent source of vitamins C, B6 and K, betacarotene, biotin, niacin, potassium,
phosphorous, calcium, iron, zinc and selenium, as well as of many organic acids such as citric
and malic acids which are responsible for the characteristic tomato flavor.

BANANA HEART
Nutritional Benefits: Banana hearts or flowers, similarly to bananas are an excellent source of
potassium, plus vitamins A, C and E. According to research at the Chinese Academy of Tropical
Agricultural Sciences, which studied the flowers of musa paradisiaca, banana flowers have
tremendous nutritional value, being a good source of fiber and protein.

EGGPLANT
Nutritional Benefits: One cup of raw eggplant contains 20 calories, 0.8 grams of protein, 4.82
grams ofcarbohydrate, 0.15 grams of fat and 2.5 grams of dietary fiber. A one-cup serving meets
10% of daily fiber needs, 5% potassium, 3% vitamin C, 5% vitamin B-6, 1% iron and 2%
magnesium.

CHAYOTE
Nutritional Benefits: The whole plant including the fruit, stem and leaves contains multiple
nutrients and has anti-inflammatory properties that can aid in the treatment of high-blood
pressure, kidney stones and indigestion. Chayote can also help support weight loss efforts, as it
is low in calories and fibrous.

SWEET POTATOES

Nutritional Benefits: Sweet potatoes, especially the deeper-colored ones, are extremely rich in
carotenes (precursor of vitamin A). They are also an excellent source of vitamins C, B2, B6, E and
biotin (B7). In the minerals department, they provide good amounts of manganese, folate,
copper and iron. It also has pantothenic acid and is rich in dietary fiber. Sweet potatoes are
excellent sources of plant proteins with very low calories. Unlike other starchy root vegetables, it
is very low in sugar, and in fact is a good blood sugar regulator.

ONIONS
Nutritional Benefits: Onion is a powerful anti-septic that is rich in vitamins A, B and C. It is a
potent source of folate, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, chromium, iron and dietary fiber.
Ancient records reveal that onions have been used as far back as 4000 B.C. as a cure-all for
many illnesses. In WW II, the vapors of onion paste was used to reduce the pain and accelerated
the healing of soldiers wounds.

TURNIPS
Nutritional Benefits: It is rich with vitamins A, C, K and the B vitamins. There is a good
balance of sodium and potassium present in jicama, making it useful for alkalizing the blood.
Minerals in this vegetable are calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese and zinc. It is an ideal food
for health whether eaten raw or cooked. It is low in calories, cholesterol and fats, and has
excellent anti-oxidant and an anti-inflammatory properties.

RADISHES
Nutritional Benefits: Radish is rich in vitamins C and B, which are mainly responsible for its
anti-inflammatory and sedative properties, respectively. It is also an excellent source of
potassium, calcium, iron, copper, sulfur, phosphorous and fiber, while it is very low in calories,
virtually devoid of fat and cholesterol. As a member of the cruciferous vegetable family the
radish has high content of anti-oxidants and has been used for centuries for its sedative and
depurative properties.

TARO
Nutritional Benefits: Taro root is often used in a similar fashion to a potato, but in fact has
better nutritional qualities than a potato. It has almost three times the dietary fiber, which is
important for proper digestive health and regularity. Fiber can also fill you up and make you feel
less hungry with fewer calories. Taro root has a low Glycemic Index, as opposed to potato which
has a high Glycemic Index. A low GI means that taro effects blood sugar levels slowly, without
the peaks and crashes of a high GI, which lead to increased hunger later on. Eating a diet of low
GI foods can also help prevent diabetes.

GINGER
Nutritional Benefits: Ginger is known to have more than twelve types of anti-oxidants, making
it useful for treatment of many disorders. Like other spices, it has aphrodisiac properties and is
used widely for medicinal purposes. This herb contains essential oils, protein, calcium,
phosphorus, iron, vitamin C, choline, folate, inositol, manganese, panthotenic acid, silicon, and a
small amount of vitamin B3.

POTATOES
Nutritional Benefits: Potatoes are composed mainly of starch, a complex carbohydrate, and
are virtually fat and cholesterol-free. They also contain good amounts of beta-carotene, vitamin
A, C, vitamins of the B complex (B1, B2, B6, and folate), potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium,
phosphorus, sulphur and copper, as well as small amounts of fiber and protein. Potatoes are
nutritious and easily digestible, so they are suitable for all ages. They are diuretic, soothing, antispasmodic and help with digestion.

CARROTS
Nutritional Benefits: Carrot is one of the most healing foods that provides the finest and
highest quality in nutrients, especially from its juice. It is an excellent source of pro-vitamin A,
vitamins C, D, E, K, B1 and B6. It is rich with biotin, potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus,
organic sodium and some trace minerals.

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Ipinasa kay:
Mr. Alvarado