One would have to be living under a rock to not be aware of the overwhelming evidence proving that vegetables are good for us. They help all body systems function better, from eyesight, hair, skin, digestion…and the list goes on and on. And I’m pretty sure we have all heard, at least somewhere, how veggies are high in antioxidants. It is all around us. With movements like #meatlessmonday, going vegetarian, even part time has never been easier or more popular. But how do you know you’re getting the most out of your vegetables? For one thing eating your veggies raw or gently steamed is the best way for your body to absorb the most amount of nutrients (and yes antioxidants) from them. You can eat them alone, as a side dish, or make a huge batch to mix with quinoa or rice throughout the week. Choosing your vegetables for their nutritional content in addition to their taste is not hard-here are a few powerful vegetables to incorporate more often!

KALE

It seems like all anyone can talk about in the health food realm lately is Kale. And for good reason- this dark leafy green has a rockstar nutritional profile- packed with Vitamin A,K and C, Iron, and Protein. It’s also full of anti-inflammatory properties that can help with such ailments such as arthritis and heart disease.

The best way to enjoy kale is to steam it or massage it gently and marinate it with a healthy vinaigrette. Massaging your greens may sound a little hippy dippy, but it helps make the leafy wonder easier to digest and taste less bitter. You can also throw pieces of kale into soups, stir fries, or pop them in the oven with some coconut oil for a quick kale chip. For more on this amazing veg, as well as a simple kale chip recipe check out my post here: Trendy Kale + Recipe
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