Nutrition Zeroes or Heroes Four Misunderstood Foods
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Nutrition Zeroes or Heroes? Four Misunderstood Foods
Discovering the Hidden Benefits of Overlooked Fruits and Vegetables
While superfoods like blueberries, tomatoes, and spinach are often celebrated for their nutritional benefits, many other fruits and vegetables remain underrated and misunderstood. Researchers at the Dole Nutrition Institute have revisited some of these so-called "nutrition zeroes" and found that they might actually be "nutrition heroes." Here are four such foods that deserve more attention:
1. Avocados
Many people avoid avocados due to their high-fat content, but the monounsaturated fats in avocados can actually be beneficial. They help lower LDL or "bad" cholesterol while increasing HDL or "good" cholesterol, promoting heart health. Avocados are also rich in fiber, beta-sitosterol, and lutein, which contribute to cholesterol management and eye health. Plus, they have the highest gram-per-gram content of vitamin E and are considered excellent for liver health, based on a Japanese study.
2. Celery
Often overlooked, celery provides significant nutritional benefits. Just two stalks deliver an excellent dose of vitamin K, along with vitamin C, folate, and potassium, all for a mere 20 calories. Celery is packed with phytonutrients like quercetin, which supports prostate and brain health, and apigenin, which may slow prostate tumor growth.
3. Parsley
Typically seen as a garnish, parsley is actually a nutritional powerhouse. A quarter cup offers over 300% of the Daily Value for vitamin K, as well as vitamins A and C. Parsley is rich in the antioxidant flavonoid apigenin, which may reduce the risk of several types of cancer, and is abundant in phytonutrients like beta-carotene and lutein that support vision health. Chewing on a sprig of parsley can even freshen your breath.
4. Potatoes
While often criticized for how they're prepared, potatoes in their natural state provide substantial health benefits. A medium baked potato with skin contains 163 calories, zero fat, and is an excellent source of potassium and vitamin C. It also offers a good amount of fiber and various vitamins and minerals. Potatoes contain chlorogenic acid, which may help prevent liver and colon cancers, and kukoamines, compounds that could help lower blood pressure. Leaving the skin on provides added fiber and nutrients.
Conclusion
If you've overlooked these foods thinking they're nutrition zeroes, it's time to reconsider. Incorporating them into your diet could lead to improved health and vitality.
Jennifer Grossman is the director of the Dole Nutrition Institute.
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