BY JOYCE WONG JIN YI
RESEARCH has shown that low consumption of vegetables results in about 800,000 deaths from heart disease and 200,000 deaths from stroke worldwide annually. This is a shocking statistic! Including lots of fresh vegetables in our diet is of indisputable value. Let’s explore what makes vegetables so powerful and how cruciferous vegetables play a critical role in your health. More importantly, how to prepare the cruciferous vegetable before cooking to maximize its nutrients retention.
Studies proved that increased consumption of fruits and vegetables is associated with lower rates of various risk factors for chronic disease. Phytonutrients are abundant in fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, spices and whole grains. They include polyphenols, flavonoids, isoflavonoids, resveratrol, terpenoids, and carotenoids. They play a significant role in creating optimal health and disease prevention by having the benefits of anti-inflammatory, immune support, DNA repair, and detoxification.
