Written by: Doris Dahdouh
This article is an invitation to join me in expanding your nutritional palate. Does your plate radiate flavor, goodness and life? It’s time to fall in love with “good looking” and “good tasting” food, once and for all!
I am feeling romantic about 4 particular foods and I invite you to do the same. Think of cabbage, parsley, sweet potatoes and quinoa for a moment. I know this must sound strange, but I challenge you to not think of any of these foods during your next meal after reading this through.
The Benefits
All 4 foods have countless amounts of health benefits, so it would be difficult to list every single one. So instead, here is a short synopsis:
1. Cabbage contains antioxidants, vitamin C, a ton of vitamin K and is known to lessen your risk of diabetes and heart disease. Consuming cabbage may also aid in weight loss, help with inflammation and ulcers, promote a healthy gut (when eaten fermented), detoxification and prevent cancer! Note: cabbage is part of the cruciferous family. By lightly steaming or cooking cabbage, goitrogens are released, which is a good thing for anyone dealing with any sort of thyroid problem. Goitrogens are thought by some to create more problems in those dealing with these types of issues, however, each person is different.
2. Parsley is also rich in antioxidants, vitamin K, vitamin C, vitamin A, and vitamin B12, which all help in keeping your immune system strong and helping support kidney function. Parsley has many strong factors which can be attributed to controlling blood pressure, relieving joint pain and stiff muscles due its anti-inflammatory and detoxifying qualities and assisting in digestive health. Parsley, as well as cabbage, has some cancer prevention characteristics!
3. Quinoa is gluten-free and is actually a seed, not a grain. It’s packed with antioxidants and minerals as well as a great source of fiber and protein with all the essential amino acids in tact. Some of the minerals in quinoa are iron, manganese, folate, magnesium, and many more. It is high in vitamin B2 and is low on the glycemic index, which is wonderful for diabetics and heart disease. People with gluten intolerance and/or celiac disease are safe when eating this seed!
4. Sweet potatoes are extremely high in vitamin A, filled with vitamin B6, are a good source of vitamin C and vitamin D, fiber, iron, magnesium and potassium. Sweet potatoes are naturally sweet-tasting, but their natural sugars are slowly released into the bloodstream, helping to ensure a balanced and regular source of energy, making it safe for diabetics and people with high blood pressure.
Try the following recipes to begin your love affair with these foods. Your taste buds will thank you!
*Note: Always use organic and/or locally grown produce whenever possible to minimize your exposure to GMOs, pesticides and/or harmful chemicals. Organic and/or locally grown produce makes for the finest quality, nutrients and taste.
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Glenn was in an accident with a hockey puck that made it so his mouth had to be wired shut! While he was going through recovery he found that Organifi Protein sustained him in a healthy way where he was able to maintain his muscle mass while still be able to loose weight.
-Tragedy Turns to Opportunity, Weightloss and Holistic Health
