What are the foods that are good for your health?
What are the benefits of garlic?
Garlic lowers blood pressure in hypertensive individuals, regulates serum cholesterol,
and stimulates immunity: An updated meta-analysis and review. Reid K. (2020). Garlic
lowers blood pressure in hypertensive subjects, improves arterial stiffness and gut
microbiota: A review and meta-analysis.
Red bell peppers. 1/2 cup serving red bell pepper = 1 mg sodium, 88 mg potassium,
10 mg phosphorus. Technically a fruit, red peppers are more common as a staple in
the vegetable produce section. They’re also an excellent source of vitamins A and
C. Each half cup of raw red pepper provides you with 47 percent of your daily
recommended intake of vitamin A and 159 percent of your vitamin C.
Does red bell pepper have any health benefits?
They are an excellent source of vitamin C, especially the ripest peppers, which are red.
Peppers are also a good source of vitamin A and fiber. Bell peppers also have
antioxidant properties, which may help to protect against diseases such as
cardiovascular disease and some cancers
Cabbage. 1/2 cup serving green cabbage = 6 mg sodium, 60 mg potassium, 9 mg phosphorus
What are benefits of eating cabbage?
Cabbages are rich in vitamin C, fiber, and vitamin K. They may help with heart and digestive
health. Cabbage, which is often lumped into the same category as lettuce because of their
similar appearance, is actually a part of the cruciferous vegetable family.
Cauliflower
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Onions
Apples.
Cranberries
Blueberries.
What is the simple definition of saturated fat?
Saturated fat is a dietary fat found most often in animal products, such as meats
and dairy. Foods high in saturated fat are often linked with cholesterol, which can
clog arteries and lead to high blood pressure, stroke, cardiovascular disease, or kidney disease.
What are the 3 common saturated fats?
10 Types of Saturated Fat Reviewed
For instance, saturated fat is generally solid at room temperature, while unsaturated fat
is liquid. The main dietary sources of saturated fat are fatty meat, lard, tallow, cheese,
butter, cream, coconut oil, palm oil, and cocoa butter.
What are benefits of eating cabbage?
Cabbages are rich in vitamin C, fiber, and vitamin K. They may help with heart and digestive
health. Cabbage, which is often lumped into the same category as lettuce because of their
similar appearance, is actually a part of the cruciferous vegetable family.
What illness is caused by too little vitamin C?
A major vitamin C deficiency (consuming less than 7mg per day, which equates to around one
segment of orange, for more than 4 weeks) can result in scurvy. This condition involves bone
and blood vessel disease, bleeding in the hands and feet, and in extreme cases, death.