Duncan Chiropractic Group Newsletter

From Your Howell Michigan Area Chiropractor

Did You Know?

• A mere 1 cup of cabbage boasts 90 percent of the recommended daily allowance of Vitamin K and 50 percent of the RDA for Vitamin C, and it may help prevent breast cancer. 
• When you think of carrots, think of beta-carotene (present in high amounts).  Research suggests beta-carotene protects against cancer, cardiovascular disease and stroke. 
• Eat a tomato and enjoy the health benefits of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and other key nutrients.  Tomatoes also contain lycopene, which may help prevent cancer from developing. 
• Mint contains menthol, an essential oil often used to reduce stress and relieve sinus congestion.  Mint also contains Vitamins A and C, and is a rich source of essential minerals. 
• Cauliflower is not white broccoli, though it does come from the same family, and like broccoli, features several cancer-fighting compounds such as sulforaphane and indol-3-carbinole. 
• Cucumbers are a good source of potassium, an electrolyte that helps balance sodium intake.  They also contains antioxidants and fiber, all while being very low in calories. 
• Bell Peppers, whether red, yellow or green, are a nutritional powerhouse, providing Vitamins A, C, E, K and B6, just for starters - a great source of antioxidants. 
• Peas are packed to the pod with vitamins and minerals.  Peas are particularly high in nutrients such as Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Vitamin B1, manganese and dietary fiber.