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Vegan Bowl

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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

The main ingredient of the Mexican dip guacamole!!  Used for savory and sweet dishes, it always displays its subtle flavor and smooth texture. This oily fruit is recognized because of its nutritional value and its versatility in the kitchen. It is often referred as a superfood…which is not surprising given its health properties. It is true that it has fat but it is vegetable healthy oil with no cholesterol or saturated fat! It provides essential omega- 6 fatty acids, a type of polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) that helps stimulate hair and skin growth, regulate metabolism and maintain the reproductive system among other benefits. In addition, it also has dietary fiber, vitamin E, K, and phosphorus. 

Avocado

Beets are a great way to boost your dishes with color and your body with nutrients! They are high in Vitamin C, which is known for its antioxidant and immunological properties. In addition, it provides other important minerals such as potassium and manganese that help in the maintenance of the body´s equilibrium. Beets are also rich in folate which is essential during pregnancy because it helps reduce the risk of neural tube defects. Diabetics, the plant they use to extract sugar is called sugar beet and it is a different plant to the beetroot. So enjoy beets with no hesitation! 

Beets

One cup of butternut squash provides a whopping 437% percent of your vitamin A needs for the day, as well as 52% of vitamin C and 10% or more of vitamin E, thiamin, niacin, vitamin B-6, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium and manganese

Butternut Squash

Coconut oil is high in natural saturated fats. Saturated fats not only increase the healthy cholesterol (known as HDL) in your body, but also help to convert the LDL “bad” cholesterol into good cholesterols. By Increasing the HDL's in the body, it helps promote heart health, and lower the risk of heart disease.

Coconut Oil

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. 

Vegan Bowl

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