Zucchini : The Green
Wellness Machine
A low calorie fat free
and cholesterol free veggie which contains manganese, vitamin A and C and also
magnesium and potassium which regulates blood pressure. It contains lot of
nutrients which helps to fight against many health problems.
Zucchini is a wonderful
plant can be cultivated as a home garden plant.
It is a delicious and can eat raw or cooked. It helps to prevent age related eyesight
problems called Macular degeneration. Now
you need not go dieting for a weight loss, zucchini can help in reducing weight
without dieting since it contains high fiber and water.
Don’t peel your Zucchini
unless its uncomfortably tough, its beta carotene is in the peel. Use wash it thoroughly and cut off both ends, use it in salads and sandwiches, adds to
pasta and can even use as a side dish.
Its very interesting to
note that American Presidents Thomas Jefferson and George Washington both had
these plants in their gardens.
Source:
World Book
FC & A Medical
Publishing
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