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21 Thursday May 2015

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28 Tuesday Apr 2015

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Xigua is a melon that originated in Africa, and it has a green rind and an edible inside that is fleshy pink. In the UK and America, the xigua is referred to by its more recognisable name, watermelon.

Xigua

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25 Saturday Apr 2015

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Eating a diet rich in vegetables and fruits as part of an overall healthy diet may reduce risk for heart disease, including heart attack and stroke. Eating a diet rich in some vegetables and fruits as part of an overall healthy diet may protect against certain types of cancers. Diets rich in foods containing fibre, such as some vegetables and fruits, may reduce the risk of heart disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes. Eating vegetables and fruits rich in potassium as part of an overall healthy diet may lower blood pressure, and may also reduce the risk of developing kidney stones and help to decrease bone loss. Eating foods such as vegetables that are lower in calories per cup instead of some other higher-calorie food may be useful in helping to lower calorie intake.

Vegetables

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24 Friday Apr 2015

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I had to cheat a little here, I have been looking all month so far for this fruit in stores near me to no avail. These wonderful photos have creative commons licensing and I found them on Flickr, please make sure you click through and visit the original photos by Lara604.

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23 Thursday Apr 2015

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It’s not important the form, canned or fresh, just be sure to get more of these into your system. There are so many benefits to eating tomatoes that they cover almost every major part of the body including the heart, the skin, and bones. Ward off cancer, fight the harmful effects of smoking, help manage your diabetes, and improve your vision.

Tomatoes

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22 Wednesday Apr 2015

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This is one of the flavours that is most often artificially replicated in sweet treats, but the real thing has the benefit of tasting great and providing enough nutrients to not only put it on the list but separate it from the other berries we’ve covered. It provides a boost to the immune system, helps the eyes, helps fight cancer, helps with cholesterol and inflammation, and even has anti-aging properties.

Strawberries

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21 Tuesday Apr 2015

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Research suggests that raspberries can help you get the most out of your fitness routines. The study has discovered that phytochemicals in raspberries, which give them their ruby colour, guards against exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD) after a strenuous session and speeds up recovery. A handful of raspberries makes a powerful post-gym pick me up, as they are packed with anti-inflammatory compounds and antioxidants that immediately start to reduce this damage. Raspberries also hold the key for those hoping for a post-run "glow". Free-radicals attack collagen and skin’s lipid barrier, resulting in tired skin and wrinkles.

Raspberries

Vitamins and minerals are abundant in Romanesco and calories are low, making it a nutrient-dense food that is ideal for the vegan diet. You’ll find vitamin C, A, and K as well as folate, dietary fiber (though slightly less than broccoli), iron, manganese, carotene, protein, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids in this pretty vegetable – along with so much more. It is a well-tolerated food for those who have sensitive stomachs. It improves and protects eyesight, boosts overall immune function, strengthens both the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, benefits bone and muscle health, detoxifies the blood, and safeguards the central nervous system (spine, brain, and nerve pathways).

Romanesco broccoli

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18 Saturday Apr 2015

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The real power behind their hue is beta-carotene, a provitamin that is converted to vitamin A in the body. Known for its immune-boosting powers, beta-carotene is essential for eye health and has also been linked to preventing coronary heart disease. The REAL treasure though is in the seeds. One ounce (about 140 seeds) is packed with protein, magnesium, potassium, and zinc. Studies suggest pumpkin seeds provide a number of health benefits— such as blocking the enlargement of the prostate gland, lowering the risk of bladder stones, and helping to prevent depression. Plus, they contain high levels of phytosterols, which research suggests can reduce cholesterol and even help prevent some types of cancers

Pumpkin

The top benefits of drinking it are that it can help with breast, prostate, and lung cancer. It’s also been shown to help with blood pressure, and can help prevent or even reverse plaque buildup in the arteries.

Pomegranate

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17 Friday Apr 2015

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oranges contain a decent amount of Vitamin C, but what else do they have? Turns out they can help you avoid diabetes and kidney stones, can help you digest the other foods you eat, and can also help ease arthritis pain. So grab a bag of them next time you’re in the produce section.

Oranges

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14 Tuesday Apr 2015

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There are plenty of reasons to start using more lemon and lime in your cooking, or even squeezed into your water. They can help with conditions like indigestion and constipation, and can even be a solution for fevers. Several hair and skin products also contain these natural citrus extracts in them, so it only makes sense to get on a first name basis with them.

Lemons

Like onions and garlic, leeks have sulfur-containing compounds such as allicin that fight dangerous free radicals in your body Leeks contain kaempferol, a flavonol that may help fight cancer and lower your risk of chronic diseases including heart disease Leeks contain notable quantities of antioxidants and vitamins A and K, along with healthy amounts of folic acid, niacin, riboflavin, magnesium and thiamin Leeks likely share many of the same health-supportive properties of garlic and onions, including benefits for your heart and anti-cancer and anti-diabetes properties

Leeks