Fruits, Vegetables and Fiber
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RAW fruits and vegetables contain enzymes which
are needed by the body for digestion and other functions.
Although some digestive enzymes are found natural in the body, a
diet consisting of only COOKED or microwaved foods will quickly
deplete them.
On the other hand, RAW fruits and vegetables can
be difficult for some people to digest, and may pass through the
body without being broken down completely. A mixture of fruits
and vegetables that are both RAW and COOKED is generally best.
COOKED vegetables should be lightly steamed, never overcooked!
Fruit and vegetable juices also contain beneficial enzymes,
however, these enzymes can be obtained without the overabundance
of harmful sugar by eating RAW fruits and vegetables. Go for
fresh!
~Dr. William Kellas |
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Fiber is important for good health. It is
something you should get naturally from the foods you eat.
Fruits and
vegetables are natural, fiber-rich foods. However,
they lose some of their fiber when they are cooked. Be sure that
you are getting enough fiber by eating high fiber fruits and
vegetables that are natural, raw and fresh! |
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Eat Well To Be Well
"Don't dig your grave with a fork and knife."
(Old English Proverb)
Remember when your mother told you to eat your
fruits and vegetables? Of course she was right, but now we know
WHY she was right! There is a preponderance of evidence
that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables assists significantly
in slowing the aging process and in protecting cells from
oxidative damage. Research has prompted organizations like The
American Cancer Society, The American Heart Association and The
U.S. Department of Agriculture, to encourage us to eat at least
5 servings of fruits and vegetables every day.
Unfortunately, less than 10% of the population meets this
recommendation. Scientists believe there is a clinical
relationship between these deficiencies and the rapid growth of
the health challenges we face.
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT:
Vegetables help the body become
alkaline, which builds health and provides extra nutrients that will
help the body fight disease.
Lycopene has a profound effect on
health, mainly because of its antioxidant properties. Studies show that
lycopene is twice as effective as beta-carotene and 100 times more
effective than vitamin E in counteracting harmful free radicals. One of
its main functions is making the immune system stronger.
Spinach contains flavonoids which
slow the cognitive decline that accompanies aging. It also provides a
generous supply of
antioxidants that help fight
disease. |
