Can Vegetable NutritionBe Judged By Color?
Vegetables are categorized by nutrient content with the darker vegetables having the highest nutrients. Chlorophyll is what makes a plant green. The more Chlorophyll, the greener (or dark the color) the plant. Healthy nutrition is definitely promoted in the vegetable group. Most vegetables are naturally low in fat and calories and have no cholesterol. Vegetables have many edible parts (roots, stems, leaves, and flowers) and can be eaten raw, cooked, fresh, frozen, canned, dried/ dehydrated, whole, cut, or mashed. Dark Green Vegetables Orange Vegetables Dried Beans and Peas Starchy Vegetables Other Vegetables See More About:Whole Grains | Fruits | Meats and Proteins | EggsReturn From Vegetable Nutrition To Wellness-Helper Home Page  |