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New Delhi: For the longest time we have been told to eat our greens, especially during the winter season when they are the most abundantly available. A few desperate mothers have even allowed their kids to watch cartoons who consume spinach and other greens and can be seen to be healthy and fit. Green, leafy vegetables make up for an important part of our diet.
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According to a recent report, people who consume the Mediterranean diet, especially rich in green, leafy vegetables are liekly to stay more mentally sharp later in life. The study indicated that closely adhering to a Mediterranean diet was associated with higher scores in a range of memory and thinking tests among adults in their late 70s, news agency IANS reported.
“Eating more green leafy vegetables and cutting down on red meat might be two key food elements that contribute to the benefits of the Mediterranean-style diet,” said researcher Janie Corley from the University of Edinburgh.
The study was published in the journal Experimental Gerentology.
5 green, leafy vegetables to add to your diet
Green, leafy vegetables also have many other health benefits for which they should be added to your diet. These include weight loss, better digestion, metabolism, skin health and more. They are rich in nutrients such as iron, folic acid, vitamins and more.
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Spinach – Spinach is one of the most commonly consumed green vegetables. Rich in iron, folate, and vitamin A, it makes for a great addition to a healthy diet.
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Fenugreek leaves – Fenugreek leaves, also known as Methi, is one of the most favourite winter foods, especially in India. It is known to help in weight loss and diabetes management. Fenugreek also helps in hair growth and reducing hair fall.
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Lamb’s quarter – Lamb’s quarter, also known as Bathwa in Hindi, is another leafy green to add to your diet, especially in winters. It is also rich in various nutrients and contains dietary fibre which aids digestion.
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Cruciferous vegetables – These include cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli and others. While some of them may not be as leafy, they are still green and have benefits for your health.
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Root vegetables – Root vegetables such as spring onions, and radish have green leaves as plants, and both the root and plant part of them is edible. They also have various health benefits, and add to the nutritional value of the root vegetables.
Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purpose only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.
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