How I Ate More Greens
- kayla cappiello
- Dec 9, 2020
- 2 min read
Back in January, my New Year’s Resolution was to eat more greens.
It was a success!
I didn’t want to promise myself I’d cut out anything I enjoyed, or cut back on any junk foods. Life is too short ti not eat pizza, but I still wanted to be healthier... so I figured adding more nutrient rich foods was best!
I learned to add spinach or arugula to a lot of meals, even if it was only a little... it matters! Lots of veggies are nutrient dense and have
While grocery shopping, I learned to stock my cart full of green veggie options I enjoyed even if I have no plan on when I was making them. I find that whatever is in my fridge I’m more apt to make them.
MY GROCERY LIST
9 Greens I always keep my fridge stocked with:
Arugula
Spinach
Avocado
Zucchini
Broccoli
Brussel sprouts
Cucumbers
Peppers
Asparagus
Benefits of Green Veggies
Green veggies are stocked with so many health benefits.
They can help lower your mortality risk.
Green veggies contain vitamin K, Magnesium, the B vitamins, Calcium, that are critical for cell function and prevent the aging process!
They help you prevent against Cardiovascular disease. Green veggies are low in fat, high in fiber, and contain folic acid, potassium, magnesium, vitamin C, and phytochemicals. One extra serving per day can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease by 11%.
Prevent against type 2 diabetes. High level of magnesium and low glycemic index that can be found in greens is ideal for preventing diabetes. Studies showed that if you increase your intake of greens by just one serving per day, your risk of diabetes is lowered by 9%.
Improving bone health. High levels of vitamin K, Magnesium, and calcium in greens veggies have been proven to produce osteocalcin, which is known as a bone builder. Middle-aged women who eat over one serving of greens per day will lower their risk of a hip fracture by 45%.
Improve immune function: The beta-carotene and Vitamin A in green veggies helps improve the immune system.
Help protects eyes: Children who do not consume enough Vitamin A have a higher risk of going blind.
Prevent cancer: Carotenoids, antioxidants, and flavonoids found in leafy greens protect from most cancer!
(Info and research from https://www.sfadvancedhealth.com/blog/eat-your-greens)
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