The Gut-Boosting Power of Raw Vegetables: A Guide to Eating Raw and Cooking Options

1 month, 4 weeks ago

The Gut-Boosting Power of Raw Vegetables: A Guide to Eating Raw and Cooking Options

India Today

The article explores the debate surrounding the health benefits of eating raw vegetables. While some experts argue that they are more nutritious due to their high vitamin and mineral content, others emphasize the potential risks associated with consuming raw vegetables due to the presence of harmful pathogens and pesticides. The article emphasizes the importance of washing and handling raw vegetables with care to minimize the risk of foodborne illnesses. It recommends consuming them immediately or within a couple of hours after they are freshly cut and tossed with dressing to ensure food safety. The article concludes by highlighting that a combination of both cooked and raw vegetables is generally healthier than consuming only raw vegetables.

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Raw sprouts anyone? The eight surprising vegetables you can eat raw for a health boost

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Raw sprouts anyone? The eight surprising vegetables you can eat raw for a health boost

The Independent

Sign up to IndyEat's free newsletter for weekly recipes, foodie features and cookbook releases Get our food and drink newsletter for free Get our food and drink newsletter for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Whether you’re eating vegetables raw or cooked, always wash them well before consuming to …

NEVER eat these eat food items raw: From potatoes to rajma

1 year, 6 months ago

NEVER eat these eat food items raw: From potatoes to rajma

India TV News

Fresh vegetables and fruits form a major portion of our daily intake. However, a common mistake that many people make is eating some vegetables raw rather than cooked. Even if you wash the food items in a vegetable and fruit cleaner, which removes pesticides and contaminants on the surface of the fruits and vegetables, they are not fit to be …

Is It Healthy to Eat Raw Onion? Here's All You Need To Know

1 year, 8 months ago

Is It Healthy to Eat Raw Onion? Here's All You Need To Know

News 18

Onion is rich in vitamins, minerals and fibre, which can be beneficial for your health in many ways, according to WebMD. The organic sulfur component, due to which it tastes and smells strong, controls cholesterol levels in the body, breaks down blood clots and prevents heart disease and stroke. Elements like quercetin and organic sulfur present in raw onions work …

6 benefits of eating raw carrot for overall health

2 years, 2 months ago

6 benefits of eating raw carrot for overall health

Hindustan Times

Raw carrots are so powerful that they can benefit women in a variety of ways. Many individuals enjoy eating raw vegetables, but feel that doing so could expose them to worms or other poisons makes many of them fearful and hesitant to do so. 6 Benefits of eating raw carrot for overall health Holistic Nutritionist, Katie Braswell, suggested the benefits …

Is it safe to drink raw vegetable juice? Ayurveda expert answers

2 years, 3 months ago

Is it safe to drink raw vegetable juice? Ayurveda expert answers

Hindustan Times

Having raw diets consisting of uncooked veggies has become quite a rage among fitness enthusiasts. The proponents of such diets claim that raw veggies retain many essential vitamins and minerals that are lost during cooking process and are wonderful for boosting immunity and preventing diseases. Raw foods are harder to digest for the body, when compared to cooked food, which …

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Best foods for gut health, recommended by experts

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Best foods for gut health, recommended by experts

The Independent

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7 Foods For Gut Health In Summer

6 months, 2 weeks ago

7 Foods For Gut Health In Summer

The Quint

Yogurt Yogurt is rich in probiotics, which prove to be beneficial bacteria that helps to balance the gut microbiome. Berries Blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries are high in fiber and antioxidants, and help to support gut health and reduce inflammation. Leafy greens Greens like spinach, kale, and Swiss chard are high in fiber and contain compounds that feed beneficial gut bacteria. …

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Raw mango vs ripe mango, which is better for your health?

7 months, 1 week ago

Raw mango vs ripe mango, which is better for your health?

Hindustan Times

It's the season of mangoes and as the mercury goes up, there's something about this wonderful fruit that provides comfort in the scorching heat. Whether you are a mango achar/chutney person or the prospect of having mango shake or amras entices you more, experts say both raw and ripe mangoes have their own set of benefits. Both raw and ripe …

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The green mile: Swetha Sivakumar, on how to make vegetables more fun

8 months ago

The green mile: Swetha Sivakumar, on how to make vegetables more fun

Hindustan Times

Eat your veggies, we say, almost like it is punishment. With heat and time, the salt permeates to beneath the skin of the vegetable, transforming its flavour, helping other flavours soak in, and making some cooked vegetables juicier too. Another enzyme, called polyphenol oxidase, is responsible for turning vegetables such as potato, bottle gourd and eggplant brown from oxidation. This …

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Superfood Kohlrabi: Know THESE 5 benefits of turnip cabbage

9 months, 4 weeks ago

Superfood Kohlrabi: Know THESE 5 benefits of turnip cabbage

India TV News

Kohlrabi, also known as turnip cabbage or German turnip, might not be the most familiar vegetable in your kitchen, but its nutritional prowess makes it a superfood worth exploring. With its unique appearance and delightful flavor, kohlrabi offers a plethora of health benefits that are often overlooked, from antioxidant properties to digestive support. Supports Digestive Health With its high fiber …

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Superfood Radish: 5 health benfits of this root vegetable

1 year ago

Superfood Radish: 5 health benfits of this root vegetable

India TV News

When it comes to root vegetables, most of us are familiar with carrots, potatoes, and beets. Let's take a closer look at this root vegetable and discover five health benefits of incorporating it into your diet. Moreover, radish is a great source of fibre, which is essential for maintaining a healthy digestive system and promoting regular bowel movements. Consuming nutrient-rich …

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How eating your vegetables first has major health benefits: Scientists say 'meal sequencing' is like 'a mini Ozempic'

1 year, 2 months ago

How eating your vegetables first has major health benefits: Scientists say 'meal sequencing' is like 'a mini Ozempic'

Daily Mail

Most Americans will have done it at some point in their childhood - saving the veggies on their plates for last. Veggies like broccoli, kale, Brussels sprouts, and artichokes are packed with fiber, which regulates the body's sugars and slows gastric emptying, the process in which food moves from the stomach through the digestive tract. Green vegetables like broccoli, kale, …

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Best plant-based foods for optimal gut health

1 year, 7 months ago

Best plant-based foods for optimal gut health

Hindustan Times

Gut health is a crucial determinant of our overall health where a healthy gut is formed by the presence of a diverse microbiome and a plant-based balanced diet that consists of whole grains, legumes, nuts, leafy vegetables, fruits, fiber-rich foods, fermented probiotics etc helps to support our healthy bacteria and lay a foundation for a healthy gut. Best plant-based foods …

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Best and worst foods for digestion

1 year, 10 months ago

Best and worst foods for digestion

Hindustan Times

Do you suffer from bad digestion and are prone to gut health issues? While food which is high on saturated fat, lacks fibre, has loads of sugar ends up causing inflammation, damaging the gut lining and deteriorating our overall health, consuming a varied and diverse diet can help promote a healthy gut microbiota. Eating foods high in fibre like whole …

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Carrots To Broccoli: Vegetables With High Fibre Content To Improve Gut Health

1 year, 10 months ago

Carrots To Broccoli: Vegetables With High Fibre Content To Improve Gut Health

News 18

When decoding a balanced diet, people often catch up with counting calories and the intake of fat, proteins, and carbs. From getting rid of digestive problems to solving intestinal issues, dietary fiber can work wonders when it comes to improving gut health. Consuming the vegetable prevents the development of multiple health conditions and its dietary fiber can help maintain a …

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Being heart healthy to high nutrient density; 5 good reasons to eat more root veggies

1 year, 10 months ago

Being heart healthy to high nutrient density; 5 good reasons to eat more root veggies

India TV News

Root vegetables are the edible part of the plant that grows under the soil. Here are five reasons to consume healthy root vegetables: Edible roots have high nutrient density: Every bite of a root vegetable is brimming with vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. Root vegetables last longer: Root vegetables retain their freshness considerably longer than other veggies, making them nature's "shelf-stable" …

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The Best (And Worst) Times To Use Frozen Vegetables

1 year, 10 months ago

The Best (And Worst) Times To Use Frozen Vegetables

Huff Post

Monica Rodriguez via Getty Images Frozen vegetables can be a lifesaver when it comes to getting produce into your diet. Cauliflower Do: Steam it, rice it, mix it into soups or stews Don’t: Salads or roasting The pale cruciferous veggie is an “absolute yes to buying frozen,” said Lexy Rogers, a chef, forthcoming cookbook author, and “MasterChef” Season 11 finalist. …

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Suffering From Constipation Even After Eating Veggies? Here's Why

1 year, 11 months ago

Suffering From Constipation Even After Eating Veggies? Here's Why

News 18

Constipation is a condition when a person is unable to pass more than three bowel movements a week or faces frequent difficulty in passing stools. To treat the problem, health practitioners often suggest increasing high-fiber food items in the diet which include fruits, vegetables, beans, whole grain cereals, and more. Nutritionist Nidhi Sharma explains that salads and raw vegetables have …

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New Research Argues That A Raw Vegan Diet May Be Of Risk to Your Health – Here’s Why

2 years, 1 month ago

New Research Argues That A Raw Vegan Diet May Be Of Risk to Your Health – Here’s Why

News 18

Vegan diets have become increasingly popular over the years, especially among people looking to improve their health. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies are likely Raw vegan diets are likely to lack many important vitamins and minerals – namely vitamins B12 and D, selenium, zinc, iron and two types of omega-3 fatty acids. The same study also found that a strict, raw …

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Be It Raw or Cooked, The Many Health Benefits Of Radish

2 years, 1 month ago

Be It Raw or Cooked, The Many Health Benefits Of Radish

News 18

Radish, or Raphanus sativus, is a vegetable from the Brassicaceae family of plants. Radishes come in a variety of sizes, colours, and weights around the world, including Daikon, White Radish, Pink Radish, Zlata Radish, Watermelon Radish, and others. Additionally, radishes are also high in Vitamin C, which is necessary for immune system building and serves a variety of other functions. …

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9 vegetables that are healthier for you when cooked

2 years, 6 months ago

9 vegetables that are healthier for you when cooked

Live Mint

Raw food diets are a fairly recent trend, including raw veganism. Cooking asparagus breaks down its cell walls, making vitamins A, B9, C and E more easily absorbed. This increased lycopene amount comes from the heat that helps to break down the thick cell walls, which contain several important nutrients. Although cooking tomatoes reduces their vitamin C content by 29%, …

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How to add more vegetables to your diet

2 years, 7 months ago

How to add more vegetables to your diet

Live Mint

Do you gag if someone even mentions Brussel Sprouts? Common sweet flavors that mix well with bitter vegetables are maple syrup, honey, berries, fruit, or cooked onions. For example, boiling something may leave it tasteless, however, roasting it in the oven with some sea salt and olive oil can make a delicious, crunchy flavor package that you end up loving. …

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How to Have Better Gut Health? Avoid these Food Combinations

2 years, 7 months ago

How to Have Better Gut Health? Avoid these Food Combinations

News 18

As it absorbs nutrients and eliminates waste, the digestive tract or your gut, is extremely essential to your health. And therefore, it requires proper care so that it properly contributes to a strong immune system, improves heart health, and brain health, maintain a good mood, healthy sleep cycle, and effective digestion. In order to highlight the importance of gut health, …

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Delicious ways to include green leafy vegetables in your diet this winter

3 years ago

Delicious ways to include green leafy vegetables in your diet this winter

Hindustan Times

Winter is the best time to strengthen your immunity as during this time green leafy vegetables are abundant from spinach, amarnath, fenugreek, chenopodium album to moringa. Green vegetables are a powerhouse of nutrients Green vegetables are a powerhouse of nutrients, loaded with soluble and insoluble fibre, vitamins and minerals like iron, folic acid, calcium, potassium, phosphorous and magnesium. Why Sarson …

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Eat These 5 Food Items To Boost Your Immunity

3 years, 8 months ago

Eat These 5 Food Items To Boost Your Immunity

News 18

With the rising number of Covid-19 cases, taking extra care of your body and its immune system has become more important than ever. Antioxidant foods Food items like berries, onion, garlic, and carrot are rich in antioxidants, and including them in your diet can help you boost your immunity. These food items are filled with a good amount of vitamins …

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Warm meals for cold times: Getting to know root vegetables

3 years, 11 months ago

Warm meals for cold times: Getting to know root vegetables

Associated Press

If you’ve been to a farmers’ market lately, then the reality of seasonal cooking in the middle of winter has plainly revealed itself to you. In cold weather, from late fall to early spring in temperate climates, root vegetables are pretty much all that’s seasonally available, other than some late-summer crops that are hardy enough to store. Root vegetables include …

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Are Frozen Foods As Healthy As Fresh Foods?

4 years, 4 months ago

Are Frozen Foods As Healthy As Fresh Foods?

News 18

Frozen foods are the go-to foods for a lot of people, especially if they lead a very busy life. However, given the choice between fresh and frozen foods, most people would probably say that fresh foods are healthier. A recent study published in bioRxiv also indicates that it’s likely that the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19 infection can contaminate frozen …

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