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Rich source of vitamins
Vegetables contain few calories and fats, but they contain good amounts of vitamins and minerals.All vegetables, with different colors and varieties, are rich sources of calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron, beta-carotene, B complex vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin A, and vitamin K. . [1]
Rich in antioxidants
Vegetables are a source of many antioxidants that protect the human body from oxidative stress, diseases, and cancers, as well as help the body develop its ability to fight diseases and boost immunity. [1]
Rich source of fiber
Fiber is one of the important nutrients that is abundant in plant foods, and it helps to get rid of bad cholesterol and remove it from the arteries and thus reduce the risk of heart disease , and the US Department of Agriculture indicates that fiber also reduces digestive problems and contributes to controlling blood sugar levels It also reduces the incidence of cancer. [2]
Helping to lose weight
Eating vegetables with daily meals is very beneficial for the health of the body and also helps in losing weight because vegetables can make our meals larger and give us a feeling of satiety, the plate should include fresh vegetables, such as: green beans, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and cabbage, vegetables can help A person feels full for a longer time, as the water and fiber present in vegetables can give him a feeling of satiety more than processed carbohydrates that suffer from a lack of fiber, and by combining vegetables with healthy fats and protein, you can maintain the integrity of the digestive process, and starchy vegetables such as winter squash They are higher in calories, but are also good for losing weight. [3]
References
- ^ A b "Vegetable Nutrition Facts" , Www.nutrition-and-you.com , Retrieved 2018-5-31. Edited.
- ↑ SHANNON HYLAND-TASSAVA (2017-8-14), "Why Post Are Vegetables Important To The HUMAN Body?" , Www.livestrong.com , Retrieved 2018-5-31. Edited.
- ↑ "Vegetables To Lose Weight And Boost Metabolism Fast" , Www.vkool.com , Retrieved 2018-5-31. Edited.
