potato
Adding potatoes to your daily diet regimen adds fiber and vitamin C. Potatoes have a high glycemic index but a fairly low glycemic loading. Potatoes maintain a lower glycemic loading affect when boiled and eaten mashed instead of fried or baked in their own skin.
Nutrients: Vitamins B1, B3, B6, C, folate, copper, iron, potassium, fiber
broccoli
This vegetable has half the amount of fiber as whole wheat bread, ounce to ounce, with only a tenth of the calories. Broccoli is deep cleaning for the liver-the body’s most crucial detox organ. It helps the absorption of nutrients and the elimination of waste, preventing toxins from building up.
Nutrients: Vitamins B2, B3, B5, C, beta-carotene, folate, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, fiber
carrot
Carrots are excellent cleansers; they help regulate the imbalances in the body. The liver-the most important detox organ in the body receives particular help from carrots. Carrots are best when eaten raw and their glycemic index remains low.
Nutrients: Vitamin C, beta-carotene, folate, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, fiber
cabbage
Cabbage is very cleansing for the stomach and upper colon. Cabbage is very low in calories and fat content. It encourages contractions of the bowel and prevents auto-intoxication that can occur if waste was reabsorbed into the system. Green cabbage has the highest concentration of nutrients but red and white are still beneficial.
Nutrients: Vitamins C, E, K, beta-carotene, folate, calcium, iodine, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, fiber
celery
Celery is excellent at preventing and fighting fluid retention. Celery has become a favorite diet staple because the calorie count to digest the vegetable is higher than the celery contains. Celery can help reduce the amount of salt you intake because of its delicious salty taste. Celery helps build red blood cells, which is important for removing waste from the body.
Nutrients: Vitamins B3, C, E, beta-carotene, folate, calcium, potassium, sodium, fiber
asparagus
Asparagus acts on water retention and bloating by stimulating the kidneys and liver. It is a slow-release energy food and stabilizes blood sugar levels. Asparagus is mildly laxative and helps reduce inflammation.
Nutrients: Vitamins C, K, beta-carotene, folate, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, fiber
onion
Onions are low in calories and can be added to a wide range of recipes for real flavor boosts. Onions boost the immune system and cleanse the system. Onions act as an antibiotic and antiseptic and are good for the blood-they have a thinning effect that prevents clotting and lower your cholesterol. They also contain the flavonoid quercetin that is believed to be key in blocking the formation of cancer cells.
Nutrients: Vitamins B1, B6, C, beta-carotene, folate, calcium, chlorine, copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, zinc, quercetin