They say the best things in life are free, but “they” never lived in a world where the best healthy foods cost an arm and a leg. Here are the top 10 best vegetables you should add to your next grocery list:
1. Sweet Potato
Price range: $1-2
Why it’s good for you: Contains calcium, fiber, potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C AND the skin is packed with antioxidants
Calories: 95 calories per spud
Price range: $1-2
Why it’s good for you: Boosts DNA repair in your cells, contains more Vitamin C than an orange, reduces risk of heart disease, fiber, antioxidants, and Vitamin K
Calories: 50 per cup
3. Brussels Sprouts
Price range: $2-3
Why it’s good for you: high in protein, Vitamin C (anti-cancer agent), Vitamin A, calcium
Calories: 30 per 1/2 cup
Image from: flickerjoyosity
4. Frozen Artichokes
Price Range: $2
Why it’s good for you: stabilizes blood sugar, great for cardiovascular health, prevents constipation, bone and muscle health
Calories: 35 per half can
5. Frozen Asparagus
Price Range: $1-3
Why it’s good for you: antioxidants, helps rid excess salts, fiber, Vitamins A, C, E, and K
Calories: 50 per 10 oz
Pro tip: Frozen vegetables are often cheaper and last longer!
Photo credit:
Sweet Potato: photo credit: <a href=”http://www.flickr.com/photos/sifu_renka/3705687503/”>Renée S. Suen</a> via <a href=”http://photopin.com”>photopin</a> <a href=”http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/”>cc</a>
Brussels Sprouts: photo credit: <a href=”http://www.flickr.com/photos/chiotsrun/3942865964/”>Chiot’s Run</a> via <a href=”http://photopin.com”>photopin</a> <a href=”http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/2.0/”>cc</a>
Asparagus: photo credit: <a href=”http://www.flickr.com/photos/wwworks/2697879034/”>woodleywonderworks</a> via <a href=”http://photopin.com”>photopin</a> <a href=”http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/”>cc</a
Leave a Reply