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10 Micronutrient Dense Plant Foods

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Berries, known for their vibrant colours, offer many health benefits due to their abundance of anthocyanins, potent antioxidants that counteract cellular damage. The preference for organic berries is recommended due to their thin skin, which is susceptible to pesticides.


Lemons, with their high vitamin C content, bioflavonoids, and citric acid, contribute to alkalizing the body, optimising mitochondrial function, and enhancing blood flow—factors that discourage cancer growth.


Onions and garlic, rich in quercetin and sulphur compounds, contribute to detoxification and skin clarity. Proper preparation is essential to maximise their benefits.


Dark green leafy vegetables, such as kale, are rich in antioxidants, B vitamins, and chlorophyll, promoting oxygenation and undermining cancer cell growth. Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli also contain sulforaphane, inhibiting cancer stem cell proliferation.


Turmeric, a spice renowned for its golden hue, contains curcumin—an active compound with anti-inflammatory, DNA-protective, and cancer stem cell-inhibiting properties—and integration into diets, whether as golden milk or a culinary ingredient, is recommended.


Ginger, known for its culinary and medicinal attributes, serves as a carminative that stimulates digestive processes. Its antioxidant content also positions it as an effective cancer cell antagonist, supporting gastrointestinal and liver health.


Avocados, rich in healthy fats and potassium, serve as both antioxidant reservoirs and enhancers of nutrient absorption. Their nutrient density supports the body's ability to combat cancer and rejuvenate cellular vitality.


Raw nuts, when adequately handled through soaking and sprouting, offer nutrient-rich sources of selenium and other compounds. Attention to proper storage is necessary to prevent mould contamination.


Ginseng, recognised for its adaptogenic properties, bolsters immune resilience and hormonal equilibrium. Its content of chemo-protective agents and tightropeianes aids the body in maintaining homeostasis amid stressors.


Sprouts emerge as nutrient-dense entities that surpass parent plants in bioactive compound concentration. Broccoli sprouts, for instance, display a hundredfold increase in certain bioactive compounds, making them a vital element in anti-cancer strategies.


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