Take advantage of all the benefits of green leaves

Posted on May 27, 2014 by john in Health Food

When we talk about super foods green leaves occupy the first place, however, the food is less used in the modern diet. That is why we are especially good for people who live in the city and rarely goes in touch with green fields.

The color green is associated with the spring, a time of renewal, refresh the system and vital energy. In traditional Chinese medicine, green is related to the liver, emotional stability and creativity.

Nutritionally speaking, green vegetables with low calorie, have a high content of calcium, magnesium, manganese, iron, potassium, phosphorus, zinc and vitamins A, C, E and K. They are also full of fiber, folic acid, chlorophyll Many other phytochemicals.

In addition to its high nutritional value, its consumption brings many benefits :

They purify and oxygenate the blood, improving circulation and preventing anemia.
Prevent cancer, contributing to the regeneration of cells.leaves - verdes1
They have anti-inflammatory, antiviral and antibacterial properties.
Strengthen the immune system and increase histamine improving allergy.
They help maintain a healthy intestinal flora.
They provide quick and lasting energy, bringing the spirit and eliminating depression.
Improve the functioning of the liver, gallbladder and kidneys, assisting in its detoxification.
Decrease congestion of the lungs, and conducive to reducing phlegm.
Eliminates body odor and bad breath, due to its high chlorophyll content.

There are many green vegetables to choose from and the darker the better ( the common lettuce, iceberg, is not the best choice ). Green and purple lettuce, endive, broccoli, watercress, kale, arugula, endive, radicchio, cabbage, mustard greens, bok choy, dandelion, kelp… Combine or to alternate so you do not get bored. Spinach, chard and beet leaves, are best taken in moderation as they are high in oxalic acid, which contributes to calcium loss. Cooking these vegetables along with some very nutritious as seeds, nuts, beans and extra virgin olive oil in order to help balance this effect.

Eaten raw in salads are the best option as it refreshes and cools the body as well as provide live enzymes. You can also steam cook, boil in oil extra virgin olive oil and sea salt. Try to prepare them with processes that require little time and little water to preserve the maximum nutrients. Experience taking water in which cooked them as a tea - verdes2 healthy.Leaves.

When you do not have much time, a juice or green smoothie is an excellent idea ; yes, I iensalibalo well for all its benefits. You can use a blender or juicer and combine several types of greens with other vegetables like carrots, beets, fruits and even as a nutritious chia seeds, flaxseed, sesame…An excellent breakfast or snack !

When you feed vegetables with dark green leaves, your body stops naturally crave foods that hurt you. Make it a habit to include them in your daily diet and you nourish them so the sun’s energy that abounds in them.