Question 1

how can i get healthy greens in winter? i avoid foreign and try to buy organic local.

Accepted Answer

Frozen: Get organic frozen veggies.  Or buy locally when in season and freeze your own.

Question 2

are leafy greens healthier cooked or raw?

Accepted Answer

Raw: Leafy greens are best because cooking denatures the enzymes in the plants to some degree.  It is more difficult to digest them however, because cooking helps with that.  You might consider a raw salad and par-boil for other meals.  Peace and good health.

Question 3

is profile nu greens liquid a safe product to use (health food store product)?

Accepted Answer

Nu-Greens liquid: It appears to be a concentrated blend of extracts of veggies, fruits, and sea veggies also.  You can see ingredients from this page:  http://nulifevitamins.Ca/nu-greens-1/liquid/profile-blueberry-burst.Html  as long as the spirulina is not contaminated with heavy metals and you don't regard this as a substitute for healthy diet, and your doctor is fine with it (knowing your meds and you) okay.

Question 4

can you be healthy on a kale diet what is the best greens you can eat?

Accepted Answer

Any and all: Green veggies are god-made foods. Also do not ignore the yellow veggies, carrots, squash etc.

Question 5

is it healthier to take bulk former like metamucil or eat lots of greens?

Accepted Answer

That's an easy one!: There is no substitute for fresh fruits & vegetables.  No commercial fiber product can replicate the antioxidant, mineral, & vitamin benefits of produce. On the other hand, some people tolerate raw vegetables poorly with bloating, gasiness. For these people, or when vegetables may not be readily available, fiber supplements may suffice for bulk. Distinguish water soluble versus insoluble products.

Question 6

are green houses healthier for families?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Green homes use more non-toxic & nonvolatile organic materials. They tend to have natural ventilation systems.  There is likely to be less mold growth with natural materials and this can help with respiratory problems.

Question 7

how does eating vegetables promote health?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Try to eat vegetables with all the colors of the rainbow.

Question 8

which vegetables are healthy for losing weight?

Accepted Answer

Vegetables: Get clean, non gmo, fresh, organic vegetables. Many benefits to a large variety with cruciferous such as broccoli, cauliflower, etc. As just one group example. Also consider cucumbers, spinach, radishes, celery, with countless others. Be creative and explore various tastes.

Question 9

can you be healthy if you only eat fruits and vegetables?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: You would need to find good sources of protein. (like nuts).

Question 10

other than fruit and vegetables what are the healthiest foods to eat?

Accepted Answer

Good foods: We all need protein in our diet, so dairy or lean meats and nuts (walnuts, almonds, cashews, brazil nuts, pecans) are good sources of this. Also, whole grains add nutrients and fiber to the diet, so these are good to add to diet as well. The key is variety - use things like color to get that variety. The more different colors on your plate, the better the diet!!

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