21 Healthiest Vegetables You Should Eat

1. Spinach

It contains approximately 250mg of calcium per cup when cooked, however it is less easily absorbed than calcium from sources like dairy products.

2. Bell Pepper

red peppers have more vitamins and nutrients and contain the antioxidant lycopene.

3. Onions

This vegetable, when eaten raw, will protect you against cancer better than any other plant or medicine.

It is high in vitamin C and can boost your immune system.

4. Eggplant

can keep you safe from dementia

5. Sweet Potato

they are rich in several vitamins and contain iron, magnesium and potassium.

6. Brussels Sprouts

It is also a good source for omega 3 fatty acids

have potent anticancer properties.

7. Beetroot

8. Swiss Chard

from French spinach varieties

A leafy green vegetable indeed, it is a rich source of Vitamin K and protects you from Alzheimer’s disease.

9. Carrots

In World War II, British soldiers attributed their perfect vision to carrots

10. Tomato

Lycopene, one of the ingredients found in tomatoes, protects against oxidative damage, keeping cancer at bay and helping those who already have it.

11. Squash

Squash is also rich in potassium, magnesium and fiber.

12. Asparagus

It is also a good source of vitamin B6, calcium, magnesium and zinc.

Asparagus is high in antioxidants and essential nutrients like potassium and folate.

Folate is very important for pregnant women, since it protects against neural tube defects in babies.

13. Celery

If you were trying to lose weight, we are certain that you have tried to eat more celery, since most doctors recommend it because it’s very rich in fibers and helps keep your weight down.

14. Kale

Kale is very high in beta carotene (both lutein and zeaxanthin), vitamin K, vitamin C and rich in calcium.

It’s also a source of indole-3-carbinol, a chemical that boosts DNA repair in cells and appears to block the growth of cancer cells.

15. Chives

…the smallest species of the edible onions.

Chives are reported to have a beneficial effect on the circulatory system

16. Broccoli

Broccoli reduces the risk of stomach, lung and rectal cancers and also lowers bad cholesterol levels.

..contains high levels of both calcium and vitamin K, which keep our bones healthy and prevent osteoporosis…..also keep your heart healthy.

17. Lettuce

…it will improve your digestion and also reduce cholesterol.

If you suffer from insomnia, lettuce is the solution to your problems.  Just a few leaves will help you relax and you’ll be asleep in no time.

18. Garlic

…. but it is not recommended that adults consume more than one clove two or three times a day. 

….garlic boosts your immune system and reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease.

19. Artichoke

If you want to lose some extra pounds or maintain your weight, the artichoke is an amazing vegetable choice as it is low in calories and fat. The artichoke reduces bad cholesterol levels and keeps your heart healthy.

20. Green Beans

First of all, they are low in calories and people who want to lose weight should include them in their diet.  They contain only 31 kcal per 100 g of raw beans which means you can eat all the green beans you want.

….they contain good amounts of vitamin-B6 (pyridoxine), thiamin (vitamin B-1), and vitamin-C.

….they will help maintain cholesterol and sugar levels in your body.

21. Watercress

The watercress helps maintain healthy and strong bones, improves skin and eye health and hair quality.

It also removes the toxins from your body and can help you when you are experiencing a nasty hangover.

Interestingly enough, this ancient vegetable contains more calcium than milk and more iron than spinach.

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