Eat Smart

Tomatoes
Tomatoes are a rich source of phytonutrients;
the most beneficial being lycopene.
It lowers the risk of lipid peroxidation,
wherein fat components in cell get damaged
by oxygen triggering inflammation
and gradual blocking of blood vessels. Phytonutrients
decrease overall cholesterol,
LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
Black pepper
Black pepper stimulates taste buds in a way
that sends an alert to the stomach to generate
hydrochloric acid — insufficient levels
of which lead to indigestion. It is a
carminative, a substance that helps prevent
intestinal gas. It has anti-bacterial
properties, is diaphoretic (promotes sweating),
and diuretic (promotes urination).
Papaya
Papaya contains several protein-digesting
enzymes such as papain and chymopapain,
which lower inflammation. Thus recommended
for people suffering from asthma
and rheumatoid arthritis. Papaya is also a
rich source of vitamin C, beta-carotene and
vitamin E which helps in reducing
inflammation.
Cabbage
Its fibre-related components help in lowering
of your cholesterol levels. Cabbage
is abundant is vitamin C and thus reduces
free radicals in your body. Cabbage,
being rich in iodine, helps in proper functioning
of the brain and the nervous system,
apart from keeping the endocrinal
glands in proper condition.
Broccoli
Broccoli's noteworthy nutrients include
vitamin C, vitamin A, folic acid, calcium,
and fibre. An important calcium and
anti-oxidants source, it has soluble and
insoluble fibres. An isothiocyanate, called
sulforaphane in broccoli increases the activity
of the enzymes in our bodies that
squelch cancer-causing agents.