Monday, May 12, 2008

Veggie Madness - The Most Nutritious of Them ALL!

1. Folate:
Lowers compounds that trigger artery inflammation
Lowers risk of heart attack and breast cancer
- Brussels Sprouts = 54 mcg
- Broccoli = 55 mcg
- Cauliflower = 57 mcg

2. Magnesium
Helps maintain normal muscle and nerve function
Supports immune system
- Tomato = 20mg
- Brussels Sprouts = 20mg
- Butternut Squash = 48mg

3. Iron
Provide oxygen to brain and muscles
- Brussels Sprouts = 1.23mg
- Butternut Squash = 0.98mg

4. Selenium
Helps protect against heart disease, Type2 diabetes and cancer
Generates proteins for immune system to stay up and running
- Brussels Sprouts = 1.4mcg

WINNER! Brussels Sprouts!

http://www.womenshealthmag.com/nutrition/the-most-nutritious-veggies

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