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Did you know that:

Because of their vegetable intake, Hunter/Gatherer’s of yesteryear used to consume 100 grams of fiber each day as opposed to the 20 or 30 that is consumed by humans today.
Red bell peppers contain more vitamin C than an orange
Watermelon has more Lycopene than a tomato and is a natural diuretic.
Green beans are a good source of calcium
½ of an avocado has 33 mcg of Folic Acid and 1 whole avocado contains 8 times more protein than a steak the same size.
Pumpkin (canned) is very high in Beta Carotene and fiber
Onions are thought to have some impact on blood pressure and high cholesterol
Broccoli has as much calcium as milk
Carrots are members of the Parsley family
Sun flower seeds and corn are high in vitamin E
Blueberries are high in antioxidants
Cranberries are best known for their role in combating urinary track infections because it prevents bacteria from adhering to the walls of the urinary tract.
The organic acids, contained in apples, strengthen blood vessels, lower the pressure and increase immunity
Ginger has been show to stimulate circulation
Chili peppers stimulate the release of the endorphins and are a powerful decongestant.
in Natural Medicine artichoke’s are used to treat high blood pressure
All squash is naturally low in calories
Early Olympic athletes were given figs as a training food and they are high in calcium.
½ tsp of cinnamon a day significantly reduces blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 Diabetes
Increasing your fiber intake will lower your cholesterol levels –try throwing a handful of sprouts (bean, broccoli or otherwise) on your sandwich, in your soup or on top of your salad.
Chocolate contains 4 time the antioxidants as green tea - whoo hoo!