Episode 3
Nutritionist's Perspective
Limes​
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Low in calories, nutrient dense, intense color/flavor
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Rich in Vitamin C
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Limonene is a powerful antioxidant, lowers "bad" blood cholesterol, and helps protect against cancers.
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Benefits the liver, gallbladder, kidney, and large intestine
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Good for blood circulation
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Helpful in removing toxins
Avocado
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Rich in Vitamin E content, along with Vitamin C, B6, Folate, Iron, Potassium, Magnesium
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Good source of magnesium for a healthy heart
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Helps Prevent Heart Disease
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Antioxidant plant chemicals that help lower cholesterol and protects against cancer
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High monounsaturated fat helps lower cholesterol
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Boosts the immune system
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Lutein content helps protect against eye cataracts and macular degeneration
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Keeps Skin Healthy
Cilantro
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Considered herbal medicine, it’s that healthy
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Good source of Potassium and Calcium
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Helps lower “bad” LDL-cholesterol and increase “good” HDL-cholesterol
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Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial
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Helps regulate blood sugar
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Good for eye health/sight with high levels of lutein and zeaxanthin
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Low in calories, nutrient dense, bold color, intense odor/flavor, highly fragrant so add at the end of cooking
Tahini​
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Full of healthy monounsaturated fats
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Good source of Phosphorus and Manganese, both important for bone health
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Helps lower “bad” LDL-cholesterol and triglycerides, decrease risk of heart disease
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Antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory, anticancer properties
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Protects brain, liver, kidney health
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Low in calories, nutrient dense, intense flavor
Eggs​​
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Eggs are a high-protein food, providing all the essential amino acids
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Highly satiating and may reduce calorie intake later in the day
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Good for eye health/sight with high levels of lutein and zeaxanthin
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Contains choline, a nutrient that is essential for learning, memory and healthy sleep.
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Omega-3 or Pastured Eggs that contain significant amounts of omega-3 fatty acids can help lower triglycerides
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Low in calories, nutrient dense