No Meat No Dairy Part 3

Vegetables

Leafy Greens

Bok Choy – anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antioxidant, calcium

Cabbage – the high fiber content helps with constipation, the sulfur and chlorine cleanses the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestinal tract, and being high in Vitamin C it is great for strengthening the immune system. Cabbage is both anti-bacterial and anti-viral making it a superior food to kill germs, parasites and viruses. Cleanses the digestive tract, Vitamin C, vitamin K, iodine, iron, manganese, fiber

Celery – has a high percentage of organic sodium which is vital to many bodily functions. Every cell in the body is constantly bathed in a solution of saline water, and if this is not maintained at its required level, dehydration sets in. Celery is high in magnesium and iron, a combination which is valuable as a food for the blood cells, high in Vitamin C and helps in cancer prevention and lower cholesterol and blood pressure. Diuretic, blood cleanser, highly alkaline, sodium, calcium, silicon, magnesium, iron

Chard – beta carotene, vitamin K, vitamin C, vitamin E, copper, magnesium, iron, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, sodium, zinc

Collards - anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antioxidant, sulfur, alkaline, folate, vitamin C, vitamin K, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, vitamin E, copper, magnesium, potassium, iron, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, selenium, sodium, zinc , fiber

Dandelion – blood cleanser, detoxifier, digestive aid, beta carotene, vitamin C, B1, B2, B6, vitamin K, vitamin E, folate, copper, magnesium, potassium, iron, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, sodium, zinc, fiber, omega 6

Kale - is an exceptional source of calcium, iron, sulfur, chlorophyll and vitamin A but its beta carotene content far outweighs spinach. Kale is a rich source of anti-cancer chemicals, as are most members of the cruciferous family. Cleanser, anticancer, antiviral, vitamin C, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, beta carotene, vitamin K, lutein, copper, magnesium, iron, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, sodium, zinc , sulfur,

Lettuce (romaine, red leaf, butter, etc.) – vitamin rich, vitamin E, folate, vitamin C, B1, B2, vitamin K, copper, magnesium, potassium, iron, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, calcium

Spinach – high nutrient density, good for the blood due to its rich iron and chlorophyll content, and it not only builds the blood, but stops bleeding. Some say it’s a specific remedy for nosebleeds, herpes (due to its sulfur content), a great diuretic and laxative, and cleanses the blood of toxins. Laxative, soothing and nourishing, beta carotene, folate, vitamin K, B1, B2, B6, vitamin C, vitamin E, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, potassium, sodium, zinc , omega 3

Root Veggies

Beets – great digestive system & kidney cleanser, copper, magnesium, potassium, iron, manganese, potassium

Carrot - are said to enhance blood flow to the eyes improving function and night vision. They are one of the richest sources of beta-carotene and might protect against cancer, dissolve accumulations such as stones and tumors, and help with ear infections, earaches and deafness. Alkalizing, cleansing & nourishing, rich in beta carotene, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, fiber

Fennel – great for the digestive system, folate, B5, vitamin C, calcium, potassium, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, iron, copper

Jicama – vitamin C, copper, iron

Onions – antiseptic, anticoagulant, detoxifier, diuretic, expectorant, stimulant, anticancer, overall tonic, folate, B1, B6, vitamin C, sulfur, manganese, copper, zinc

Parsnip – detoxifier, cleanser, fiber, diuretic, folate, B1, B5, vitamin C, vitamin E, manganese, copper

Radish – antibacterial, antifungal, diuretic, stimulant, folate, vitamin C, copper, iron, zinc

Turnip – anticancer, antioxidant, antibiotic, antiviral, sulfur, B vitamins, vitamin C, copper, manganese, sodium

Starchy

Corn – be very careful to avoid GMO corn, folate, vitamin C, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, copper, magnesium, potassium, iron, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, sodium, zinc , fiber

Peas- blood sugar regulator, anti fertility, lectins, folate, beta carotene, B1, B2, B3, B6, vitamin C, vitamin K, copper, manganese, phosphorus, iron, zinc, fiber,

Pumpkin – reduces inflammation, may lower lung and prostate cancer risk, diuretic, laxative, beta carotene, B2, vitamin C, vitamin E, copper, iron, potassium

Squash- (winter squash, acorn ) great for the eyes and heart, alkaline, beta carotene, B1, B5, B6, vitamin C, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium

Sweet potato – detoxifier, digestive support, good for eyes, anti-cancer, antioxidant, beta carotene, B1, B5, B6, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium

Zucchini - alkaline, beta carotene, B1, B3, B5, B6, vitamin C, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, zinc

Misc.

Asparagus – diuretic, laxative, is said to feed the good bacteria in the gut, promotes heart health, vitamin C, beta carotene, folic acid, B1, B2, B3, fiber, anti-cancer, great for cleansing the kidneys

Broccoli – said to lower risk of prostate, bladder, colon, pancreatic, gastric and breast cancers, vitamin C, folate, B1,B2, B3, B5, B6, vitamin K, copper, magnesium, potassium, iron , manganese, potassium, calcium, selenium, sodium, zinc , sulfur, fiber

Cauliflower – blood purifier, sulfur, fiber, anticancer, antioxidants, vitamin C, folate, vitamin K, copper, magnesium, potassium, iron, manganese, calcium, selenium, sodium, zinc , fiber

Okra – soothing to the digestive tract, copper, magnesium, potassium, iron, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, zinc

Peppers (red, hot) – antibacterial, antiseptic, stimulant, circulatory support, discourages certain parasites, capsicum, beta carotene, Vitamin C, B6,copper, iron , manganese, magnesium, omega 6

Radicchio – folate, vitamin C, vitamin E, copper, iron, zinc

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