Young Broccoli

Spinach has been used by various cultures throughout history, notably in the Mediterranean, Middle-Eastern, and South-East-Asian cuisines. This is no wonder since this leafy vegetable can be incorporated quite easily into any diet, as it is cheap and easy to prepare. It was brought to Europe in the 11th century by the Moors during their siege of Spain, after which it entered the territory of the USA as well.

Sweetcorn is a sort of corn intended for human consumption which contains the biggest amount of sugar. It is especially rich in simple sugars. Its nutritional value is similar to that of other cereals. It is harvested when it is not fully ripe, i.e. before sugar is transformed into starch, for which reason sweetcorn can be eaten fresh, tinned or frozen after simple preparation - short cooking.

Because of these protective ingredients they contain, beans are a sort of food on the list of those which protect us from free radicals. Zeaxanthin is a prevention from harmful UV radiation. Beans are a great source of folates. Folates have several important roles in our bodies, but they are most important for synthesis of DNA

Beans are highly nutritious vegetables from the family of legumes. It originates from Mexico and it was brought to Europe in the 16th century. Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) are recommended for consumption because of their biological and curative ingredients.