Nutrition Facts
Proteins
Nutrient dense food filled with Vitamins B1, B2, B6, and B12
Filled with choline which is critical for brain development
Builds muscle, strengthens bones, and promotes heart health
Chicken
Fish
Pork
Contains Vitamin B12 and has a high protein content
Turkey
Excellent plant protein source!
Provides you with high levels of calcium, manganese, iron and vitamin B5,
which is needed to break down carbs and fat for energy.
Tofu
Root Vegetables
Carrots, potatoes, beets, turnips, onions, garlic, radishes, parsnips, sweet potatoes, celery, jicama, rutabagas, daikon radish, yam, parsley.
Examples of Root Vegetables:
Root vegetables are high in fiber. Some benefits of a high fiber diet include:
Normalizes bowel movements
Helps maintain bowel health
Lowers cholesterol levels
Helps control blood sugar levels
Aids in achieving healthy weight
Leafy Greens
Kale
Fruits
Tomatoes are the major dietary source of the antioxidant lycopene, which has been linked to many health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease and cancer.
They are a great source of vitamin C, potassium, folate, and vitamin K.
Vitamin C: Essential nutrient and antioxidant. One medium-sized tomato can provide about 28% of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI).
Potassium: Beneficial for blood pressure control and heart disease prevention.
Vitamin K1: Important for blood clotting and bone health
Folate (vitamin B9): Important for normal tissue growth and cell function. It’s particularly important for pregnant women.
Tomatoes
Grains
Contains lots of fiber which helps you feel full for longer and lowers cholesterol
Filled with phenolics which are antioxidants that will help erase free radicals in your body
Rich in Vitamin B1 and B6
Rice
Legumes
Lentils
Contains lots of fiber which helps you feel full for longer and lowers cholesterol.
Contains protein which supports your body with bones, muscle, and skin strength.
Also contains folate (Vitamin B9) and antioxidants.