The Benefits of Green Vegetables You Should Know
Avocado For Eye Health and Cholesterol Control
The avocado is great source of monounsaturated fat which is good for the heart according to the good people at avocado.org. Avocado raises the HDL (good cholesterol) which helps protect our arteries while lowering levels of LDL (bad cholesterol). They also have 81 micrograms of the carotenoid lutein, which several studies suggest may help maintain healthy eyes.
Broccolini, Rich in Cancer Fighting Nutrients
Broccolini is a cross between broccoli and Chinese kale. It is full of nutrients that have been shown to fight cancer. It has similar nutritional value as broccoli but also contains as much vitamin C as orange juice.
Brussell Sprouts Another Cancer Risk Reducer
Brussell sprouts contain phytochemicals which have been shown to reduce the risk of certain cancers. They are also very rich in vitamin C and a source of vitamin A and potassium. The trick is to buy small light green sprouts and cook them very lightly…
