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Vitamins & minerals noted as source
only if there is a substantial amount in the vegetable
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SALSIFY
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Good source of vitamin B,
Calcium, Dietary Fiber & Potassium
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Combats Gout |
Aids digestion |
Supports Kidney & Liver health |
Reduces Arthritis symptoms |
Combats Diabetes |
Combats Eczema |
Must be stored in the refrigerator but for no longer than 2 weeks |
Has a short winter season |
SOY BEANS |
Good source of vitamins B2, K, Copper, Dietary Fiber, Iron, Magnesium,
Manganese, Molybdenum, Omega 3 Fatty Acids, Phosphorous, Potassium & Tryptophan |
Protect vs Breast, Colon, Ovarian, Prostate, Skin & Stomach Cancers |
Protects the heart |
Stabilize blood sugar |
Cure ringing in ears |
Lowers Cholesterol |
Promotes bone health |
Reduce hot flashes |
Lower blood pressure |
Aid sleep |
Reduce night sweats |
Boost energy |
Boost memory |
Reduce PMS breast pain |
Reduce belly fat |
Curb appetite |
Boost mood |
SPINACH |
Good source for vitamins A, B1, B2,B3. B6, B9, C, E, K, Calcium, Copper, Dietary Fiber,
Iron, Magnesium,
Manganese, Omega 3 Fatty Acids, Phosphorous, Potassium, Selenium, Tryptophan & Zinc |
Combats Breast, Colon, Ovarian & Prostate Cancers |
Protects the heart |
May prevent gallstones |
Reduces stroke risk |
Lowers cholesterol |
Promotes weight loss |
Reduces frequency of Migraines |
Lowers blood pressure |
Strengthens bones |
Aids sleep |
Reduces
Asthma symptoms |
Reduces
Osteoarthritis symptoms |
Reduces Rheumatoid
Arthritis symptoms |
Reduces cataract risk |
Boosts energy |
Boosts Memory |
Reduces
Macular Degeneration risk |
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Combats allergies
from pollen & pet dander |
SQUASH
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Good source of vitamins A, B9, C, K,
Copper, Dietary Fiber, Magnesium,
Manganese,
Omega 3 fatty acids & Potassium |
Helps combat Colon Cancer |
Protects the heart |
Strengthens bones |
Reduces stroke risk |
Reduces
Asthma symptoms |
Reduces
Osteoarthritis symptoms |
Reduces Rheumatoid
Arthritis symptoms |
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Lowers Cholesterol |
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SQUASH
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Good souce of vitamins A, B1, B3, B6, B9,
Manganese, Omega 3 Fatty Acids, Potassium & Tryptophan |
Combats Colon & Prostate Cancers |
Protects the heart |
Regulates blood sugar |
Reduces stroke risk |
Lowers Cholesterol |
Protects vs some birth defects |
Reduces
inflammation |
Promotes lung health |
Reduces coughing |
Reduces stress |
Reduces facial lines |
Reduces crow's feet |
Burns belly fat |
Reduces
Asthma symptoms |
Reduces
Osteoarthritis symptoms |
Reduces
Rheumatoid Arthritis symptoms |
SUNCHOKE
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Good source of vitamins B1, B 2, B6, C,
Calcium, Iron, Magnesium & Potassium
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Reduces Asthma symptoms |
Aids digestion |
Stabilizes blood sugar |
Sunchokes are a root vegetable not related to artichokes |
Store in plastic bag in refrigerator for no more than 1 week |
Good substitute for potatoes for Diabetics |
Can cause flatulence so try just a little bit at first & if all goes well increase portion in the future |
To prevent flatulence do NOT eat raw. Instead pre-cook & then bake or broil.
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SWEET POTATOES & YAMS |
Good source of vitamins A, B6, C,
Copper, Dietary Fiber, Iron, Manganese & Potassium |
Protect vs Colon Cancer |
Protect the heart |
Promote lung health |
Reduce stroke risk |
Reduce risk of cataracts |
Protect
vs colds & flu
& reduces coughing |
Combat night sweats
& hot flashes |
Reduces
Asthma symptoms |
Reduces
Osteoarthritis symptoms |
Reduces
Rheumatoid
Arthritis symptoms |
Helps keep skin smooth |
Fat flusher
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Reduce
fine lines |
SWISS CHARD |
Good source of vitamins A, C, E, K, Calcium, Copper, Dietary Fiber, Iron,
Magnesium, Manganese & Potassium |
Prevents Colon Cancer |
Protects
the heart |
Protects Kidneys if have Diabetes |
Reduces
stroke risk |
Lowers blood pressure |
Stabilizes
blood sugar |
Promotes
lung health |
Prevents Migraines |
Prevents
muscle cramps |
Promotes
healthy hair |
Boosts energy |
Boosts memory |
Promotes healthy skin |
Reduces
Asthma symptoms |
Reduces
Osteoarthritis symptoms |
Reduces Rheumatoid
Arthritis symptoms |
Promotes
bone health |
TOMATOES |
SEE FRUIT CHART |
TURNIP GREENS |
Good source of vitamins A, B6, B9, C, E, K,
Calcium, Copper, Dietary Fiber, Iron, Magnesium,
Manganese, Potassium & Tryptophan |
Protect the heart |
Promote colon health |
Promote lung health |
Reduce
Rheumatoid
Arthritis Pain |
Boost memory |
Promote
bone health |
WATER CHESTNUTS |
Good source of Dietary Fiber & Potassium |
Relieves urination pain |
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High in carbs |