#166: Why you should be eating leafy greens
“If you are not used to the flavor of greens the only way to get over that is to continue to expose yourself to them. Start with a little and then add from there.” — Dr. Yami
Did you know that 9 out of 10 Americans do not reach the daily minimum of vegetable intake? That is 90% of Americans! As the self-proclaimed, Veggie Doctor, I decided it was time to dish out some compelling facts on why we should all be eating more leafy greens in our diets.
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I unpack the research and dive into the health benefits of leafy greens.
Some of the topics covered in today’s episode include:
Commonly consumed leafy greens
Nutrients in leafy greens — Spoiler alert: yes, there is protein in leafy greens!
Oxalates – How oxalates are synthesized and a warning for people prone to calcium oxalate kidney stones
Cruciferous vegetables as recommended by Dr. Greger’s Daily Dozen
Health benefits of natural nitrates
Ways to incorporate leafy greens into your next meal
Did you LOVE this special episode of Veggie Doctor Radio? PLEASE share it with someone who you think could benefit from this information!
The information on this blog, website and podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not meant to replace careful evaluation and treatment. If you have concerns about your or your child’s eating, nutrition or growth, consult a doctor.
Did you know that my book is out and available to purchase? Purchase via Amazon or Barnes&Noble.
Have you signed up to get weekly goodies from me? Sign up now and get the FREE download Five Simple Steps to Raising a Healthy Eater Without Stress.
P.S. I love receiving your reviews! It's a special way to let me know how much you love this podcast and my book. Thank you so much for giving a bit of your time to provide feedback on these platforms ♡:
Leave a Podcast review
Leave an Amazon review