Variety comparisons and diverse culinary forms, such as juices or dried extracts, determine the nutritional value and physiological impact of plant-based diets on systemic health.
Sweet potatoes are known as one of the healthiest vegetables, making them a natural choice for babies. They're packed with nutrients such as vitamins A and C and beta carotene, and when cooked, they're soft enough to be mashed into various consistencies for baby's beginning eating stages.
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During the strawberry season, you'll find berries piled high at your grocery store or roadside stands across the country. The plump fruit brings to mind fruity desserts, strawberries over cereal and indulging without added sugar. But strawberries are notoriously delicate and don't keep well after picking.
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Dragon fruit, named for its vibrant, spiky skin, is sometimes known as pitaya and is primarily grown in Mexico and Central and South America. Dragon fruit can also be found in Asian countries, such as Thailand and Malaysia and is a staple for Asian-inspired cooking.
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Beets are often added to salads and soups, and for good reason. Just one cup of raw beet offers 2.2 g protein, 3.8 g of fiber, folate, vitamin C and potassium, all for the tiny caloric price tag of 58 calories. Beets are easy to add to recipes when they've been steamed for maximum flavor and softness.
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Bell peppers are a staple in most grocery store produce sections. You may have had bell peppers roasted, steamed or added to a stir-fry. But you don't have to cook bell peppers to reap their health benefits and bright, slightly tangy flavor.
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