Top 10 Veggies We Should Never Ignore

Vegetables are one of the gift of god which we should never ignore. Instead of spending money in taking supplements we can have enough veggies as they contain lot of nutrients in them. So I have listed out the top 10 vegetables to include in our diet from Indian market.

 

1. Spinach



Spinach tops the list as it has the highest health benefits of all. This is easily available in our local  market. It is very good to take twice a week as most of the general public will never take in a daily basis. We as an Indian used to buy vegetables every Sunday. Buying 2 kinds of locally available spinach helps a lot in our balanced diet.

The health benefits of spinach are unlimited. Especially it helps in eye sight, hair growth, prevents cancer, balances blood pressure, takes care of heart etc.

Nutrients present in spinach are carotenoids, vitamin C, vitamin K, folic acid, iron, and calcium.

 

2. Beetroot



Beetroots, commonly known as beets, are a popular root vegetable used in many cuisines around the world.

Beets are packed with essential vitamins, minerals and plant compounds, some of which have medicinal properties.

What’s more, they are delicious and easy to add to your diet.

·         Numerous Nutrients in Few Calories 

·         Help Keep Blood Pressure in Check 

·         Can Improve Athletic Performance 

·         May Help Fight Inflammation 

·         May Improve Digestive Health 

·         May Help Support Brain Health 

·         May Have Some Anti-Cancer Properties 

·         May Help You Lose Weight 

·         Delightful and Easy to Include in Your Diet

 

 

3. Ladies finger



Okra is a nutritious food with many health benefits. It's rich in magnesium, folate, fiber, antioxidants, and vitamin C, K1, and A. Okra may benefit pregnant women, heart health, and blood sugar control. It may even have anticancer properties.


4. Carrot



The fiber in carrots can help keep blood sugar levels under control. And they're loaded with vitamin A and beta-carotene, which there's evidence to suggest can lower your diabetes risk. They can strengthen your bones. Carrots have calcium and vitamin K, both of which are important for bone health.


5. Drumstick



Drumstick is one of those rare plant species whose seeds, flowers, leaves, and stems are edible and extremely nutritious. Moringa commonly referred to as drumstick is treated as a ‘super plant’ for its unique yet powerful properties that combat different ailments in our system. This nutrient-dense plant has its roots in Ayurveda and was used as a medicine by our ancestors. The stems of moringa plant are mostly used in Indian kitchens to prepare scrumptious delicacies.
Drumstick is an easily available vegetable which is cultivated mostly in Asian and African regions. It is a staple vegetable in Southern India and is also widely consumed in other states.


6. Tomato



A tomato is a nutrient-dense superfood that offers benefit to a range of bodily systems. Its nutritional content supports healthful skin, weight loss, and heart health.

Tomatoes are an intensely nutritious plant food.

The benefits of consuming different types of fruit and vegetable are impressive, and tomatoes are no different. As the proportion of plant foods in the diet increases, the risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, and cancer decreases.

There are different types and sizes of tomato, and they can be prepared in different ways. These include cherry tomatoes, stewed tomatoes, raw tomatoes, soups, juices, and purees.

The health benefits can vary between types. For example, cherry tomatoes have higher beta-carotene content than regular tomatoes.

High fruit and vegetable intake is also linked to healthy skin and hair, increased energy, and lower weight. Increasing the consumption of fruits and vegetables significantly decreases the risk of obesity and overall mortality.

7. Beans



Beans and legumes are some of the most underrated foods on the planet. They are excellent sources of dietary fiber, protein, B vitamins and many other important vitamins and minerals. There is good evidence that they can help reduce blood sugar, improve cholesterol levels and help maintain a healthy gut.

8. Pumpkin



Just like their orange cousins, the carrot and the sweet potato, pumpkins are rich in beta carotene. Your body changes this antioxidant to vitamin A. You need vitamin A to see, ward off germs, and for your reproductive system to work the way it should. It also helps your heart, lungs, kidneys, and other organs stay healthy.

9. Potato



Potato is a plant. The meaty piece of the root (potato) is ordinarily eaten as a vegetable. Potato is likewise used to make medication. Individuals use potatoes for diabetes, coronary illness, hypertension, acid reflux (dyspepsia), and different conditions, yet there is nothing but bad logical proof to help these employments.

10. Ginger




Ginger may diminish hypertension, irritation, DNA breakage, queasiness, headaches, and amyloid beta development, which is associated with Alzheimer's sickness. It might likewise decrease DNA harm from radiation and give some security from modern poisons. Ginger is a fixing in chai tea, a beverage viewed as a decent cancer prevention agent source. Adding ginger to a sound pumpkin pie formula makes it significantly better.



 

 


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