Kale is a great source of Dietary Fiber, Protein, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Folate, Iron, Magnesium and Phosphorus, and a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Calcium, Potassium, Copper and Manganese. It also contains sulforaphane (particularly when chopped or minced), a chemical believed to have potent anti-cancer properties. It is the powerhouse of vegetable produce.
- Kale is a great source of Dietary Fiber, Protein, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Folate, Iron, Magnesium and Phosphorus, and a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Calcium, Potassium, Copper and Manganese. It also contains sulforaphane (particularly when chopped or minced), a chemical believed to have potent anti-cancer properties. It is the powerhouse of vegetable produce.
- Swiss Chard is a good source of Thiamin, Folate and Zinc, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Vitamin K, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Copper and Manganese.
- Beets contain Vitamin C, Iron and Magnesium, and are a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Folate, Potassium and Manganese.
- Frozen blueberries because they're cheaper, don't spoil, and can be found year-round. Even though freezing minimizes their nutritional value, they're still packed with Protein, Vitamin C, Manganese, Dietary Fiber and Vitamin K. Loaded with antioxidants, they are the powerhouse of fruits. They're also associated with better memory.
- Pomegranate Juice contains Folate and Potassium, and a very good source of Vitamin K. It also appears to lower blood pressure and is loaded with antioxidants.
- Dried plums, or prunes, are a source of Protein, Dietary Fiber, and Vitamin K. They're packed with antioxidants, but make sure to get unsweetened ones!
- Cinnamon is one of the best additives for food available. It is a good source of Vitamin K and Iron, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Calcium and Manganese.
- Canned Pumpkin can be found year-round, which is why it finds itself on the list. t is a good source of Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Pantothenic Acid, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium and Copper, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Iron and Manganese.
- To many, Tumeric is known as the superstar of spices, it may have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. It allegedly helps with stomach problems and other ailments, and is being investigated for possible benefits in Alzheimer's disease, cancer, arthritis and liver disorders.
- Pumpkin seeds are a very good source of the minerals Magnesium, Manganese and Phosphorus, and a good source of Iron, Copper, Protein, and Zinc. High levels of magnesium are associated with lower risk for early death.
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