Sodium is found in salt and many other foods. Too much sodium can cause high blood pressure in some people. Fresh vegetables contain very little sodium. In general, frozen vegetables have more sodium than fresh vegetables do, and canned vegetables have even higher levels. Check food labels to find foods with the lowest amount of sodium.
Vegetables are high in vitamins and minerals.
Dark green and orange vegetables help protect against cancer of the throat and lungs. These vegetables contain beta-carotene, a pigment which is turned into vitamin A by the body. Foods high in beta-carotene can help prevent cancer. This group of vegetables includes carrots, winter squash, spinach, broccoli, sweet potatoes and kale. Many vegetables are also high in vitamin C, and can help prevent cancer of the throat and stomach.