be overlooked. The root contains cancer-fighting glucosinolates and is a good source of fiber, calcium, and potassium.
5. Tomatoes
The lycopene in tomatoes can protect against prostate cancer and help keep skin looking young by eliminating free radicals that build up when you’re exposed to ultraviolet rays. Tip: Cooking tomatoes spikes levels of lycopene and makes it easier for your body to absorb the nutrients, according to a Cornell University study.
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4. Cauliflower
Counting your carbs? Try boiling, mashing, and seasoning cauliflower to get a mashed potato substitute that tastes almost like the real thing. A half-cup of boiled cauliflower contains only 14 calories, but nearly half your daily recommended intake of vitamin C.
3. Red Chili Peppers
Add a little spice to your cooking and slim down while you’re at it. Capsaicin, the compound that gives red chili peppers their kick, has been shown to help your body burn more calories. Plus, research shows that we tend to eat smaller portions of spicy foods because of the heat.
2. Mushrooms
Whether you sauté them or eat them raw, mushrooms are an often-overlooked superfood. Dutch researchers found that when you digest mushrooms, your body produces cancer-fighting, immunity-boosting metabolites.
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1. Red Bell Pepper
Any way you slice it, red bell peppers are a great source of nutrients. A medium-sized pepper delivers 250 percent of your daily recommended intake of vitamin C, 75 percent of your daily vitamin A needs, and 10 percent of your fiber goals. Chop them up and pair them with hummus for a healthy snack.