Are there any vegetables that are better than others?
“Generally all vegetables are beneficial to health, but we must bear in mind that some have characteristics that can cause discomfort and flatulence (gas), including cauliflower, cabbage and radishes.”
They say that there are some more fattening than others?
“The truth is that there are vegetables that have different caloric intake, but in general, vegetables are not fattening because of their low calorie and fat intake.”
How should we eat them: raw, cooked, or only with great dressing with lemon?
“You have to prepare preferably raw and cooked that decreasing the intake of vitamins. The dressing is a choice, but we must not forget not to increase the use of salt and oil. ”
Should we be careful with the consumption of some kinds of vegetables due to illness or pregnancy?
“Yes. In some cases such as anticoagulant therapy is important to avoid eating green leafy vegetables for their contribution of vitamin K. When esophageal varices, avoid citrus foods.
In the case of kidney failure, it is best to avoid those with high concentrations of sodium, potassium and phosphorus. Finally, pregnancy is advisable to avoid those that produce wind, like cabbage. ”
Are there people who choose to eat only vegetables. That’s good for health?
“No. The vegetables are beneficial, but alone do not provide what is necessary for good nutrition. Should be supplemented with meat, cereals and high-quality fatty acids as olive oil. “
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