Name: Kale Pesto Spaghetti Squash
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One of humankind´s most beloved nuts, almonds are nowadays available in a variety of forms: almond milk, almond butter, marzipan, Italian amaretti, etc. They are a health shot by providing much energy, B-complex vitamins (niacin and riboflavin) and the antioxidant vitamin E that fights against free radicals. In addition, almonds have essential minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc, and manganese difficult to find in vegetarian diets. Also rich in fiber, they support appetite-control, normal bowel functioning and potentially lower LDL cholesterol with the aid of omega-6, omega-9 and phytosterols. Indian Ayurvedic practitioners believe that almonds are capable of increasing brain capacity, intellectual ability and longevity.

Almonds

Some of the most impressive health benefits of bay leaves include their ability to detoxify the body, slow the aging process, speed wound healing, protect the body from bacterial infections, manage diabetes, improve heart health, reduce inflammation, alleviate respiratory issues, optimize digestion, and prevent certain types of cancer.

Bay Leaf

As all vegetables, carrots don´t have cholesterol but yes they do have lots of nutrients for you! They are an excellent source of beta-carotene, a pigment which has antioxidant properties and is the primary source of provitamin A. The body has the ability to convert beta-carotene into Vitamin A (retinol), which has multiple functions such as growth and development, reproduction, improving vision and boosting the immune system. Furthermore, carrots have other nutrients such as potassium and dietary fiber.

Carrots

Celery is an excellent source of vitamin K and molybdenum. It is a very good source of folate, potassium, dietary fiber, manganese and pantothenic acid. Celery is also a good source of vitamin B2, copper, vitamin C, vitamin B6, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and vitamin A (in the form of carotenoids).

Celery

Oregano contains: fiber, iron, manganese, vitamin E, iron, calcium, omega fatty acids, manganese, and typtophan. Oregano is also a rich source of: Vitamin K - an important vitamin which promotes bone growth, the maintenance of bone density, and the production of blood clotting proteins.

Dried Oregano

Known for its unique aroma and its strong, spicy flavor that mellows and sweetens with its cooking, garlic is one of the most popular ingredients in all cuisines. Some studies have shown that it has antibacterial and potential anticancer properties. Other investigations state that it may also help regulate blood pressure and make blood thinner, thus protecting the heart. So go ahead and spice up your life with garlic!

Garlic

Also known as koshering salt, it is specially recognized because of its flake-like shape. Even though all three salts- sea, table and kosher- contain the same amount of sodium per gram, kosher salt yields less sodium per tablespoon because of its coarser grain. In other words, it enhances the flavor of each ingredient while protecting your heart from an excessive sodium intake!!

Kosher Salt

As a refreshing drink, lemonade helps you stay calm and cool. The health benefits of it are due to its many nourishing nutrients such as vitamin C and potassium while having no fat and therefore no cholesterol.  Unlike most animals, humans are not able to synthesize vitamin C, so it becomes a crucial dietary component. Also recognized as ascorbic acid, it is mostly known because of its antioxidant properties, but it also helps in the synthesis of collagen (growth and repair of connective tissue), the healing of wounds, and the functioning of the immune system. Vitamin C is also very important in a vegetarian diet as it helps absorb the iron in plant-based foods. Half a cup of lemon juice covers approximately a 77% of vitamin´s C daily recommendation. 

Lemon Juice

Nutmeg is a popular spice that has a long list of associated health benefits, including its ability to relieve pain, soothe indigestion, strengthen cognitive function, detoxify the body, boost skin health, alleviate oral conditions, reduce insomnia, increase immune system function, and prevent leukemia, and improve blood circulation.

Nutmeg

Nutritional yeast is a unique and rich source of many nutrients, including B vitamins, amino acids, at least 14 minerals and 17 vitamins (not including vitamins A, C and E). It also contains phosphorus, chromium and more. As noted, it is a myth that it naturally contains B12, but this vitamin is often added in.

Nutritional Yeast

The main type of fat found in all kinds of olive oil is monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs). MUFA s are considered a healthy dietary fat. If you replace saturated and trans fats with unsaturated fats, such as MUFA s and polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), you may gain certain health benefits.

Olive Oil

Celery, which has the scientific name Apium graveolens, is a vegetable in the plant family called Apiaceae. The benefits of celery begin with it being an excellent source of antioxidants and beneficial enzymes, in addition to vitamins and minerals such as vitamin K, vitamin C, potassium, folate and vitamin B6.

Organic Celery

Spaghetti squash gets its name from the fact that when it is cooked, the inside flesh pulls out of the shell in long strands, resembling spaghetti pasta. Oval shaped and yellow, spaghetti squash can be considered a summer or winter squash and is available year-round in most grocery stores. Adding it to your menu will bring a tasty treat to your mouth and several health benefits to your body.

Organic Spaghetti Squash

These antioxidants, especially resveratrol and proanthocyanidins, are believed to be responsible for the health benefits of red wine. Proanthocyanidins may reduce oxidative damage in the body. They may also help prevent heart disease and cancer (6, 7, 8). Resveratrol is found in grape skin.

Red Wine

Unique compounds and oils include rosmarinic acid and essential oils such as cineol, camphene, borneol, bornyl acetate, and α-pinene, providing anti-inflammation, anti-fungal, antibacterial, and antiseptic properties. And research provides ample evidence that rosemary not only improves memory, but helps fight cancer.

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