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Carrots are one of the most nutritious vegetables and should be a part of the healthy diet. These deep orange edible roots are great source of beta-carotene. Carrots belong to the family of Apiaceae and come in various colours - white, yellow, red, or purple. Scientifically carrot is called Daucus carota and there are over hundred different varieties of carrots. Orange carrots are the best ones; more orange means more beta-carotene is present in the carrot. Besides carrots are excellent source of - Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Dietary Fiber and Potassium.

Alpha Carotene is a Provitamin A and one of the fifty carotenoids able to be converted in the body into retinol or Vitamin A. It is also known as α-carotene- a form of carotene with a β-ring at one end and an ε-ring at the other. It's a very potent antioxidants and recent research has shown that this perhaps more potent antioxidant than Beta Carotene. Alpha Carotene is very beneficial for those who are in the habit of smoking and alcohol consumption. Also, people with low intake of fruits and vegetables need more Alpha Carotene.

Quercetin is flavonoid or a plant based chemical (phytochemical), which is found in some vegetables and fruits. Quercetin is beneficial for humans and promotes good health. This phytochemical is responsible for the colors of Apples and Onions. Quercetin is also an antioxidant and plays an important role as anti-histamine and anti-inflammatory. Because of its anti-histamine properties it treats and reduces the allergies. Apples and red onions are great sources of quercetin. Besides these other natural sources of quercetin are tea, berries, nuts & seeds, grapes and dark cherries. Quercetin can also be found in red wine.

Tomatoes are native to South America and first originated or cultivated in the highlands of Peru. Although tomatoes are fruits of the plant Solanum lycopersicum but they are mostly considered as vegetables. Scientifically tomato plant has three names - Solanum lycopersicum, Lycopersicon esculentum and Lycopersicon lycopersicum. Tomatoes are now available throughout the year and come with different colours such as red, yellow, orange, green, purple, or brown. Tomatoes are rich with many nutrients but among them most important and talked about is lycopene.

There are many other types of sugar.Some occur naturally in fruits,vegetables and milk.Sugars are also added as an ingredients to many types of food.

According to Dole Nutrition Institute (run by Dole Food Company Inc., one of the largest sellers of organic fruits and vegetables) mangoes are one of the 33 healthiest foods on the planet.

The importance of a proper acid reflux food plan is imperative in controlling your symptoms. It means that foods you really enjoy cannot be a part of your new food plan. Foods with a lot of spice and pepper are out. Fruits and vegetables that are gassy should not be in your food plan as well. Unfortunately, this means that some healthy choices are not a part of your food plan.

When you talk to a nutritionist they will tell you that your diet should contain many fruits and vegetables because of their antioxidant properties.

Many of us like sweet potatoes and they are easily available all year round. This starchy and sweet root vegetable belongs to the Convolvulaceae family and native to the South America. Sweet potatoes come in different varieties and their colors vary from white, cream, yellow, orange, pink, or deep purple. These different colored sweet potatoes are also nutritionally different from one another. For example, yellow or orange flesh colored sweet potatoes contain very good amount of beta-carotene and purple-fleshed sweet potatoes are high in antioxidant properties.

Eating right foods in right proportion is important for managing diabetes. But it is also important to avoid certain foods if you are a diabetic. Diabetics should avoid certain foods, some of them are including artificial sweetener, honey, full fat dairy products, fatty meat, vegetables rich in carbs and starch and foods containing fructose, glucose & dextrose. But what are the best foods for diabetics?

Lutein and Zeaxanthin are two carotenoids of the xanthophyll family of carotenoids. Xanthophyll is a yellow carotenoid pigments found in plants, animal fats and in egg yolks. Lutein and Zeaxanthin both carotenoids have yellow pigments and can be found in yellow color foods and in other colored foods as well. Lutein can be found in dark green vegetables such as spinach, collard greens, kale etc and Zeaxanthin can be found in corn, orange peppers, oranges, and tangerines etc.

Carbohydrates are our primary source of energy. There are two types of carbs available- simple and complex. Complex carbs take longer time to digest and can be found in vegetables, brown rice, legumes, whole grain breads etc. simple carbs are available in high sugar foods such as glucose, sucrose and lactose. Simple carbs are high on the glycemic index and cause a rapid rise in blood sugar.

Vitamins are vital for the proper functioning of the body. Fruits and vegetables you eat are the major sources of vitamins. So in order to get the right amount of vitamins, .......

Artichoke is a highly nutritious vegetable and a great food for overall health. It has number of medicinal benefits and it doesn't contain any fat or cholesterol. Extracts of artichoke leaves and roots are excellent for the health. Artichoke tea is known for its positive effect on the digestive system. It has a very impressive nutritional profile. Artichoke contains great amounts of dietary fiber, magnesium and chromium. Also, it's a wonderful source of manganese, folic acid, Vitamin C and biotin. In addition, it contains significant amount of potassium, riboflavin, niacin, thiamine and Vitamin A. But above all, artichoke is known for its antioxidant properties. It is called the powerhouse of antioxidants and this makes it one of the best foods for heart.

ScienceDaily (Oct. 17, 2011) - Researchers reporting online in the journal Cell, a Cell Press publication, on October 13th have found another good reason to eat your green vegetables, although it may or may not win any arguments with kids at the dinner table.

enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables and reduce your symptoms of Fibromyalgia.

Basic rule of smart grocery shopping - Make a weekly or monthly budget to shop fresh fruits and vegetables from well known brands help to keep cost down.

Everyone at some point in our lives faces trouble with our weight. What causes the biggest depression is when you exercise a lot and yet do not get any plausible result. The main reason for this is the sluggish metabolism. The metabolism can at a time test your patience and you need to make sure that you eat right to get the best fruits and vegetable to maintain the metabolism properly.

Jackfruit is one of the most popular fruits available mainly in the Asian region. This fruit is edible in all the form. A raw jackfruit is usually diced in the oil and also made a curry of. In the raw state, it is considered a vegetable. In the ripen state it is considered as a fruit. Jackfruit is a tasty way to prevent several chronic diseases. John Alphas has been wholesaling this fruit through The Alphas Produce Company. The best part about the jackfruit from The Alphas Produce is that you can get fresh and hygienic produces.

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