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What Walnuts, Radish, Cauliflower has to offer in Nutrition and Healthy Cooking!!

The greenery in the garden, bees buzzing, colorful flowers and fruits, and birds chirping are the indicators of the warm season.  It is our knight in shining armor that casts away the harsh winds of winter and pushes our feet to come out and breathe in the fresh air.

 

The fruits and vegetables in the store are longing to reach our home and be a part of our dishes; it will be cruel not to invite them. Fill your tummy with delicious food of the season:

[ALLOW THE SUMMER BREEZE TO TAKE OVER YOUR KITCHEN]

  1. Walnuts: walnuts are your key to always remain in a good mood, with its tryptophan and amino acids, your body will compel you to stay in a great disposition. It balances the mood and reduces the stress level. One ounce of walnut a day can be a start towards a healthy body. Walnut is the king of nuts and can be enjoyed by anyone irrespective of his/her age.
  2. Asparagus: it is your easiest source of beneficial nutrients such as Vitamin A, C, E, and K; fiber, chromium, and folates. The supply of glucose to the cells from bloodstreams is asparagus’ key function. It is a brain booster, helps fight cancer and is packed with antioxidants. One cup of asparagus every day can help you enrich your body with the mentioned nutrients.
  3. Spring garlic: now here is the most reliable source of losing weight, the spring garlic keeps you from overeating with the help of the compound called allicin. Include it in your salad or in your veggies and plan the diet you have always wanted to. Spring garlic is ideal for every age group.
  4. Legumes: beans can help keep cancer at bay and lower the levels of cholesterol. It is a good way to lose some pounds as the body has to work to digest it and obtain the fiber. Beans can form the part of vegetables and soups. One serving per day is sufficient for the people of every age group.
  5. Spinach: The best ways to intake iron are the tasty green leaves, which is necessary for our red blood cells to stimulate our muscles with oxygen for energy. Our energy is at its height with spinach and one cup of cooked spinach is all it takes to achieve that. If you loved the animation series of ‘Popeye’ then here is your chance to be like him. Spinach can be served to any age group because all it has to offer is nothing but good.
  6. Artichokes: these spiky, leafy vegetables are loaded with magnesium that provides standard levels of energy to the body and restricts your gaze that is always searching for a chair to rest on. Artichokes are especially ideal for women of 40 years. Artichokes have a record of providing 77 milligrams of magnesium per day and a human should intake 30 to 35 milligrams of magnesium each day. They are delicious and have magnesium advantages so make sure to include them in your diet.
  7. Salmon: salmon is the convenient method of keeping the wrinkles miles away from your face. The omega-3s in salmon helps control the oil production, which keeps your skin flawless. Include salmon in your week for two times and enjoy clear skin.
  8. Strawberries: spring has all sorts of color, but the red is the one the eyes are keen to witness. The strawberries do have small pokes on their skin but they can guarantee you the smoothest complexion. They are loaded with vitamin C that prevents the skin from getting dry. Include it in your dessert with some whip cream or in a fruit salad.
  9. Eggs: the myth has it that eggs boost memory and that is one myth that is true. The yolks are packed with choline, which allows the brain to form a chemical, namely, acetylcholine and that is what you need to increase the storing capacity of the brain. Eat an egg daily, but avoid that in summer.
  10. Radish: radishes are rich in fiber, riboflavin, folate, magnesium, vitamin B6, and copper. All in all, it should acquire a space in your refrigerator. Radish can protect your body from catching jaundice, piles and prevents urinary disorders. Make it a part of your salad and consume it on a daily basis.
  11. Cauliflower: cauliflower is your whole cart of nutritious minerals. It has vitamin C, phosphorous, magnesium, thiamin, vitamin K , proteins; to cut it short, name the minerals and you will find it in it. It improves the digestive system, boosts mental health, keeps cancer at bay and consists of anti-flammary and detoxifying properties. It should be in the vegetable list of every household.

In case, your body does not cope well with the change in seasons and is prone to seasonal allergies. Avoid the listed food:

  • Celery: In spring the birch tree pollen can lead to sored throats. If such is the case with your body then avoid its consumption temporarily.
  • Sauerkraut: if your body gets itchy easily or watery eyes obstruct your sight, sauerkraut should be nowhere near you.
  • Almonds: these nuts are at their best in the winter season and likely to lead to the dreaded spring hay fever. Opt for dried fruits instead of almonds.
  • Alcohol: when has ever alcohol led to something good? Skip the happy hour when you have the case of pollen allergies.

You have the mouth-watering list of food that will not only please your taste buds but also improve your health. Grab your big floral printed bags and head out to buy the best of the foods that the season has to offer.

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