http://www.raw-food-for-the-beginner.com/VegetableNutritionFacts.html
This link is where I pulled my information from. I have found it has a wonderful amount of valueable information. Most likely where I will be pulling more of my information for the next portions of my journey!
Carrots:
Carrots have low calories, low sodium and no fat or cholesterol. The juice of carrots is very high in vitamin A, important for eye and skin health. A single serving of carrots added to your juice provides 110 percent of your daily allowance of vitamin A. Carrot juice is also a good source of vitamin C. Vitamin C along with vitamin A may help to improve the immune system and prevent cancer.
Apples:
Apples are low in calories and high in fiber. There are different types of apples, some sweet and some more sour than others. The juice of apples is high in vitamin C, beta-carotene and B vitamins. Apple juice may also help in dementia according to research published in 2006 in the “Journal of Alzheimer's Disease.” Researchers from the University of Massachusetts Lowell discovered that apple juice consumption increases production of an essential neurotransmitter, acetylcholine in animal studies. Increased acetylcholine is known to impact memory.
Celery:
Celery is very low in calories and has no fat, although it is high in vitamin C and vitamin A. Celery juice is also high in dietary fiber and a good source of folic acid, potassium, vitamin B-1 and vitamin B-6. Although celery juice contains a higher level of sodium than other vegetables juices at 115 milligrams per serving, the sodium is generally offset by the high levels of potassium. Celery juice has a phytochemical compound known as coumarins. Coumarins may help treat cancer, prevent migraines and lower blood pressure.
Cucumber:A good source of vitamin A, C, and K. Also a good source of phosphorus, pantothenic acid, manganese, magnesium and potassium. Also, a good source of silicon. Anti-aging diuretic, good for complexion, improves nail and hair growth, lowers cholesterol
Tomatoes: Relieves dryness and thirst. Tones the stomach cleans the live. Purifies the blood and detoxifies the body. Encourages digestion. Relieves high blood pressure and headache.
Peppers: Good for skin. Aid the immune system. Helps heal heart conditions.
Sweet Potato: strengthens the spleen-panceras. removes toxins from the body. Benefits the kidneys. Treats diarrhea.
Kale: Vitamin C, Vitamin A (beta-carotene), Calcium, Vitamin K, Lutein, Zeaxanthin, Chlorophyll, Iron, Potassium, Phosphorus, Manganese, Riboflavin, Thiamin, Copper, Magnesium, Folate Acid. Kale benefits eye sight, is a potent antioxidant, protects from coronary artery disease, reduces risk of cancer, reduces risk of stroke.
http://www.raw-food-for-the-beginner.com/VegetableNutritionFacts.html
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