Gourd , calabash or bottle gourd

  Nutritious: gourd ( calabash ) contains 95% water , along with vitamin C and iron. It has 2 mg of sodium and 170 mg of potassium , which makes it the best vegetable for hypertensive individuals. Since the bottle gourd has low cholesterol and fat content , individuals with …

Cucumber

  Keep you hydrated: Cucumber has 95% water content , which helps in keeping the body hydrated and regulating body temperature. Flushes out the toxins from the body: The water content of cucumber acts as a diuretic. It encourages the elimination of waste products from the body through urination. Fight …

Carrot

nsumption of carrots helps in preventing gastric ulcers and digestive disorders. 2 – Improves Eyesight: Carrots are rich in vitamin A , it is good for improving eyesight and preventing conditions like night blindness from developing as we age. 3 – For growth and development of bones of the body. …

Tomato

  1 – Cancer : Tomato contains large amount of lycopene, an antioxidant that is highly effective in scavenging cancer causing free radicals. This benefit can even be obtained from heat-processed tomato products.The lycopene in tomatoes defends against cancer and has been shown to be particularly effective in fighting prostate …

Potato

  1 – Bone health: The iron, phosphorous , calcium , magnesium and zinc in potatoes all contribute to the building and maintaining of bone structure and strength. 2 – Lower Blood pressure: Potassium , calcium and magnesium in potato have been found naturally to decrease blood pressure. 3 – …

Okra or lady’s finger

1 – Constipation: One of the many advantages of eating okra or lady’s finger is its large dietary fiber content. Together with the mucilage , they make peristalsis smooth and provide a good natural remedy to relieve constipation. 2 – Helps Prevent Diabetes: The relationship between okra and diabetes is …

Chilies or Peppers

  Capsaicin: Chilies have vitamin C and Vitamin A containing beta-carotenoids which are powerful antioxidant. These antioxidants destroy free radical bodies. Usually , these radical bodies cause huge amounts of damage to cells. These radical bodies could damage nerve and blood vessel in diabetes. Cholesterol: The antioxidants present in the …

Bitter Gourd

  1 – Bitter gourd is very low in calories , carrying just 17 calories per 100 g. Nevertheless , it is rich in phytonutrients like dietary fiber , minerals , vitamins and anti-oxidants. 2 – Constipation: Bitter gourd helps in easy digestion as it contains fiber properties. 3 – …

Spinach or Épinards

  1 – Beneficial for Weight Loss: Spinach leaves help in weight reduction as it is low in calories and fat. It is very nutritious and has a good quality of fat soluble dietary fibre. This fibre aids in digestion , prevents constipation , maintains low blood sugar and curbs …