In chase of finding a fit body, we diligently follow the “diet chart”, but we hardly relate fitness with health. Getting slim is the only perception left of a healthy body. Here, we certainly don’t want to debate about this but about the left out veggies which are been ignored since years just because they are too mainstream to add in the “healthy diet” regime. Every time we abstain from trying a veggie, we miss out on its most prominent healthy ingredient which we later seek elsewhere at less richer source. For example, we often rely on oranges for Vitamin C and broccoli for plethora of anti-oxidants but Kohlrabi and sweet potato can fulfil these needs more efficiently. Surprising to know such facts, that’s why below we have brought some very commonly ignored veggies which are loaded with exactly what we seek after these days. Anti-oxidants, iron, vitamins and fibres.
Jackfruit
When not cut, it appears green and like a ready-to-eat fruit and after cutting, you will more likely feel like retreating from your oath to try something different. But, once cooked, the vegetable has the most similarities with chicken (non-vegetarians can cheer!) in terms of texture only (Vegetarians can repose in relief!). So, with these similarities, this becomes an irreplaceable meal option for your vegetarian diet. The veggie is a rich source of vitamins, A and C, potassium, calcium, iron, niacin, riboflavin and magnesium. Besides these. lots of proteins and fibre come complimentary.
Sweet Potato
The abundance of fibre in this is a big relief to the constipation problem. Would you not like to replace the boring and regular french fries with good “Shakarkandi Chaat”? Of course, Yes! Now, if we talk about its specific good ingredients, the RS (high-resistant starch) is in high values in it which helps intestine in boosting the good bacteria. This is the food for your intestine health which ultimately leads to disease-free body. Have 250 gms of it and you will end up consuming 200 calories and 7.5 gms fibre.
Kohlrabi
The vegetable usually gets mingled in other green coloured veggies and can mistaken as round shaped lauki but containing the abundance of vitamin c, even more than oranges it gives you all possible excuses to add it up in your diet. To keep a check on your blood pressure functioning and muscle resilience, swear by this greeny-green vegetable. You, can also add it up in your salad along with other seasonal veggies.
Turnip
This sober vegetable is much more than you judge by its looks. You may need to infuse in some attempts to make it interesting enough to please you but nutritional value is worth the efforts made. For weight conscious people, this low calorie (70 calories per 250 gm) veggie can be a regular add up. It has right amounts of calcium, potassium, vitamins B, vitamin C, vitamin E, beta carotene, and anti-oxidants. It is also a source of improving lung cancer risks and colorectal cancer.
