Nutrient-Dense Plants You can Easily Enjoy

Getting acquainted with nutrient-dense plants that give you life is essential in your quest to adopt a plant-based lifestyle.

By nature’s perfect design, we are made of the same minerals and nutrients as the soil. Plants are the conduit to supply us with the nutrients we need.

With an abundance of plants available, your plant-based journey can be full of flavor and joy. Fruits, vegetable, nuts and seeds, grains, and also sea vegetables. There are so many delicious plants that it is impossible to cover them all here.

So, let’s focus on a few powerhouse plants that are nutrient-packed, as well as easy to consume.

Big Nutrients Can Come in Small Packages

What if you could eat a small amount, but still get a large dose of nutrients? This is what happens when you consume just a few sprigs ofparsley. Used mostly as food décor, its color and freshness are calling to you because it is full of vitamins, minerals, and chlorophyll. Creating a daily habit of eating a small bunch of parsley will give you a boost of nutrients.

Did you know that chlorophyll is structured almost identically to hemoglobin in your blood? Plant chlorophyll is structured around magnesium in the center, while human hemoglobin is structured around iron. Yet another plant-human connection that supplies us with superior nutrition.

A teaspoon ofspirulina and chlorella, both edible micro-algae, provide sufficient protein, amazing omega fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

“The protein found in both spirulina and chlorella contains allessential amino acids, and your body easily absorbs it”(1)

“The protein found in both spirulina and chlorella contains allessential amino acids, and your body easily absorbs it”(1)

Chlorella offers a special dimension of nutrition and healing because of the Chlorella Growth Factor. (CGF)

“Experiments show that CGFpromotes faster growth without undesirable side effectsand appears to improve RNA/DNA functions responsible for the production of proteins, enzymes and energy at the cellular level, stimulating tissue repair and protecting cells from certain toxic substances.As people age, cellular processes slow down. The cell wall, which regulates nutrient supply and waste expulsion, becomes less functional. This leads to an increasing acidity of the body which promotes many chronic and degenerative diseases.An adequate supply of foods rich in DNA and RNA helps protect our own cellular nucleic acids. And when our RNA and DNA are in good condition, our bodies are able to use nutrients more efficiently, get rid of toxins and prevent disease. Cells are able to repair themselves, and the energy level and vitality of the whole body is high.In Japan, Professor Michinori Kimura found levels of 10% RNA and 3% DNA in chlorella, which would make it the nutrient richest in nucleic acids.Used regularly, CGF would help repair damaged genetic material in human cells, thereby protecting health and slowing the aging process.”(2)

“Experiments show that CGFpromotes faster growth without undesirable side effectsand appears to improve RNA/DNA functions responsible for the production of proteins, enzymes and energy at the cellular level, stimulating tissue repair and protecting cells from certain toxic substances.

As people age, cellular processes slow down. The cell wall, which regulates nutrient supply and waste expulsion, becomes less functional. This leads to an increasing acidity of the body which promotes many chronic and degenerative diseases.

An adequate supply of foods rich in DNA and RNA helps protect our own cellular nucleic acids. And when our RNA and DNA are in good condition, our bodies are able to use nutrients more efficiently, get rid of toxins and prevent disease. Cells are able to repair themselves, and the energy level and vitality of the whole body is high.

In Japan, Professor Michinori Kimura found levels of 10% RNA and 3% DNA in chlorella, which would make it the nutrient richest in nucleic acids.Used regularly, CGF would help repair damaged genetic material in human cells, thereby protecting health and slowing the aging process.”(2)

Similarly, a spoonful ofMoringaoffers a surprising amount of nutrition. You can drink it in water or a smoothie or sprinkle it on your food. The earthy taste is not too off-putting and totally worth embracing for the life and energy you will be rewarded with.

“Moringa is said to provide 7 times more vitamin C than oranges, 10 times more vitamin A than carrots, 17 times more calcium than milk, 9 times more protein than yoghurt, 15 times more potassium than bananas, and 25 times more iron than spinach.”(3)

“Moringa is said to provide 7 times more vitamin C than oranges, 10 times more vitamin A than carrots, 17 times more calcium than milk, 9 times more protein than yoghurt, 15 times more potassium than bananas, and 25 times more iron than spinach.”(3)

Eternally Beneficial Nutrient-Dense Plants

No matter how often you hear about the wonders ofcruciferous vegetables, keep listening and applying. These vegetables, cauliflower, broccoli, kale, brussel sprouts and cabbage to name a few, offer superior nutrition.

“Cruciferous vegetables contain a wide variety of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamins A, C, E and K, folic acid, calcium, magnesium and potassium. They also contain essential trace minerals, such as iron, selenium, copper, manganese and zinc.”(4)“Vegetables in the cruciferous family contain chemicals known as glucosinolates and S-methyl cysteine sulfoxide, including sulphur-containing cancer-protective chemicals.”(5)

“Cruciferous vegetables contain a wide variety of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamins A, C, E and K, folic acid, calcium, magnesium and potassium. They also contain essential trace minerals, such as iron, selenium, copper, manganese and zinc.”(4)

“Vegetables in the cruciferous family contain chemicals known as glucosinolates and S-methyl cysteine sulfoxide, including sulphur-containing cancer-protective chemicals.”(5)

These veggies can be so tasty too. They can be simply steamed and seasoned with salt and olive oil or masterfully sautéed with onions, peppers, and mushrooms.

Likewise, another ageless wonder isseeds and nuts. Just a handful isa great source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. Each seed and nut has its own unique flavor. You can easily eat them as a snack, in a trail mix, or add them to salads. As an added benefit, they curb the appetite for sugar. Also, their oils are very nutritional and healing in their unrefined state

Satisfying us for centuries now areroot vegetables, nutrient-dense plants that absorb many nutrients from the soil as they grow underground. Sweet potatoes, ginger, turmeric, turnips, beets, celery, and more are so delicious, filling and satisfying. They are great sources of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. You can depend on these veggies for comfort and energy.

Beans, peas, and lentilsalso put you in the comfort zone with their high amounts of fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They are versatile and can be enjoyed cooked as a dish, in soups, burgers, salads, and cultural delights like Mexican burritos or Indian dahl.

A plant-based lifestyle is awesomely satisfying and contrary to popular belief, supplies you with adequate and even superior nutrition. Be willing to explore, embrace, and enjoy the many nutrient-dense plants available to you for improved health and increased vitality,

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