Rich in flavors, good nutrients and specific vitamins, what better reasons do you have to eat vegetables this summer? It would really be a big mistake of diet (and taste) to miss them.
Eggplant: antioxidant stress
The darker its shell, the more it incorporates phenolic acid, anthocyanins and nasunin, antioxidants that fight oxidative stress, a true accelerator of cardiovascular disease. It also has a low calorie content (32 kcal / 100 g). Steam or grill.
Mushrooms: a protein vegetable
Low in calories, rich in water and fiber, mushrooms have many advantages, one of which is significant: the protein level is higher than that of other fresh vegetables.
Bell pepper: a vitamin C mine
A 100 g serving contains 126 mg of vitamin C, which covers more than the recommended daily allowance. Goodbye fatigue and low immunity! The vitamin C content is almost twice as high in red peppers as in green or yellow peppers.
Zucchini: the queen of light
At 16 kcal / 100 g, zucchini is the quintessential slimming vegetable, as long as you don’t fry it or eat it with too much fat fillings! It also has anti-water retention properties due to its fiber content, vitamin C and potassium diuretic.
Green beans: delicate stomach
Even sensitive digestive systems tolerate its soft fibers.
Artichoke: the detoxifying partner
It has cinnarine – an antioxidant that stimulates the gallbladder and eliminates toxins – and potassium, which has a diuretic effect, actively participates in the detoxification of the liver, digestive system and water retention.
Fennel: promotes satiety
Its abundant fibers swell in the stomach and reduce hunger. However, it can cause bloating in people who are sensitive to certain sugars: the oligosaccharides it contains have an unfortunate tendency to ferment in the gut.
Cucumber: the most moisturizing
It is a refreshing vegetable due to its water content – 95%, a level that makes it possible to compensate for water loss in the body in case of high temperatures or during sports activities. At 16 kcal / 100 g, it can almost be consumed in excess in salads.
Sorrel: Fight against AMD
Rich in antioxidants (lutein and zeaxanthin), as well as spinach, Brussels sprouts, kale, lettuce, broccoli, it has a certain effect in preventing age-related macular degeneration. These substances also play an important role in protecting the eye against UV rays by filtering especially blue light, which is harmful to the eyes and especially the retina.
Garlic: anti-infective and anti-cancer
Many scientists are interested in this spice, small but strong, which they consider a healthy food. Consumed regularly, it purifies the body due to its antibacterial action, deworming and antiparasitic effect. But its cardiovascular benefits are of greater interest for research: it is thus among the top foods recommended by the American Heart Association, due to its heart-protecting properties. It is rich in antioxidants (flavonoids, polyphenols, selenium), but also in anticoagulants that stimulate blood circulation, prevent the formation of clots and have the ability to reduce the level of bad cholesterol in the blood.
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