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Bacon contains omega-3 fatty acids, which are the same nutrients found in fish. The healthy benefits of omega fatty acids are the reduced cholesterol and improved overall health in the heart. Despite the myth that bacon causes heart disease, it actually has a positive benefit on the heart and body.

Bacon

Red peppers have a lot of spice and flavor without many added calories, fat or sugar. In 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper, there are only 6 calories and 1 gram of carbohydrate. The same amount of pepper contains 15 percent of the recommended daily value of vitamin A for a 2,000-calorie diet.

Crushed Red Pepper

No doubt one of the most multipurpose foods! Scrambled, hard-boiled or in omelets, egg is an ingredient that can never be absent in any house. Because eggs store significant amount of high-quality protein they are categorized as meat in the dietary guidelines for Americans. Another interesting fact is that they have zero carbohydrates: the white is 100% proteins and the yolk is a mixture of protein and fat. They are also a good source of several vitamins such as vitamin A, vital for a healthy vision and cell repair, B-complex vitamins (riboflavin, choline, B12) and the hard to find bone-healthy Vitamin D. Eggs also contain some essential minerals such as phosphorus, Zinc and some even are rich in omega-3.

Eggs

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

This food is low in Saturated Fat and Sodium, and very low in Cholesterol. It is also a good source of Protein, Vitamin A, Thiamin, Niacin, Phosphorus and Copper, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Magnesium, Potassium and Manganese.

Zucchini

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Zucchini Carbonara

Zucchini Carbonara

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