Showing posts with label carotenes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label carotenes. Show all posts

Monday, May 9, 2016

Arugula



Did you know that arugula grows quickly from seed and is ideal for window boxes or tubs?

The leaves are rich in carotenes and are an excellent source of lutein and zeaxanthin for eye health.

Tuesday, April 19, 2016

Red Cabbage

Did you know that cabbage leaves have natural antiseptic properties and can be applied directly to wound and bruises to help relieve pain and healing? 
  • Red cabbage is higher in immunity boosting carotenes than other cabbages. 
  • Red cabbage is also higher in vitamin C than pale varieties and is a good source of minerals including calcium and selenium.
Sprinkle red cabbage with lemon juice to prevent it from turning gray. Once cut, red cabbage should be used within one to two days. When cooking, steaming preserves the maximum nutrients, so try not to overcook.