Vegetables are low fat, have moderate protein, contain no cholesterol, and are a natural source of sodium, high in fibre and packed with nutrients and phytochemicals that help to fight many of the diseases which plague our society. And interestingly, China has significantly lower rates of heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, and other dietary related diseases. They contain all the essential elements necessary for life. One could literally live on only vegetables which is the case for many vegetarians. Vegetables also contain a vast array of health promoting substances such as, antioxidants, phytonutrients and enzymes.
Free radicals are unstable, destructive molecules that damage the body's cells and tissue.
Vegetables also contain phytochemicals such as flavinoids, phenols and indoles, and the synergy of the phytochemicals working together with other nutrients help strengthen the immune system. And vegetables are a natural source of enzymes that help in both digestion and toxin elimination. Also, due to the colder climate there are many varieties imported throughout the winter, and many organic vegetable markets also import their produce which is shelved in a matter of days. Get to know the produce manager and find out when the fresh stuff comes in. Nutritionally speaking, frozen vegetables are often better then conventional produce because they're picked fresh, and immediately transported to the factory.