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Eating right, experts say, is one of the best ways to ward off serious illness and stay as young and vital as possible. Our healthy refrigerator is brimming over with delicious foods that are good-tasting and good for you. You'll also find helpful tips for turning wholesome foods into great meals. Check out what's on the shelf by choosing an item from the right.
 

Green Leafy Vegetables	Garlic	Nuts	Oats	Avocado
Cranberries	Onion	Legumes	Corn	Artichoke
Fenugreek	Honey	Brassicas	Wheat	Beets
Soyabean	Tofu	Root Vegetables	Seeds	Mushrooms
Turmeric	Celery	Rice	Squashes and Pumpkins	Sea Weeds
Olive Oil	Herbs	Tea	Oily Fish	Shell Fish
Poultry and game birds	Lamb	Berries	Citrus Fruits	Sprouts
Fish   The top heart disease fighter. The theory is that fish oil lowers cholesterol and triglycerides, makes blood less sticky, and perhaps even decreases blood pressure. Beyond the heart benefits it' s claimed that fish can alleviate rheumatoid arthritis and other auto immune disorders. It is also claimed that fish can reduce the size of tumours by keeping tumour cells in control. Oily fish helps block breast cancer because omega-3 acid content boosts the immune system ability to respond to developing tumours. Want to know all about fishes Click here >> Grapes Researchers in Chicago have discovered that the chemical found in red wine which is thought to reduce the risk of heart attack, comes from grapes. The chemical is an oestrogen found in high concentration in fruit skin. Tomato Tomato contains a substance called lycopene which is heavy-weight anti cancer agent and may prevent stomach and lung cancer. High intake, specially of cooked or processed tomatoes, may reduce risk of prostate cancer. more..>> Bitter Gourd Bitter gourd /Karela/ (Momordica - carantia). 50 ml raw karela juice daily improves blood glucose tolerance in non-insulin dependent diabetics. The improved glucose tolerance is not associated with raised serum insulin. Carrots   Carrots are bursting with beta-carotene. It is  necessary for growth, for the healthy functioning of the retina in the eyes, the lining of the breathing and digestive passages and the urinary and genital tracts.  Prepare carrots by scrubbing their skins, not scraping or peeling, since the greatest concentration of vitamins and minerals lie here. Garlic Garlic: Helps to reduce cholesterol and blood fats. It possess antibacterial and anti fungal properties. Combats viral conditions and protects against stomach cancers.  more...>> Onions  Onions: Helps to prevent cancer, circulatory disorders and heart diseases. Reduces the risk of bladder cancer in smokers. more..>> Honey Honey: Reduces stomach ulcers, helps in treating gastro-enteritis and is a soothing remedy for minor wounds and burns. more..>> Tofu Tofu: Prevents breast cancer and prostate cancer. Lowers blood cholesterol levels. Reduces the risks of osteoporosis and eliminates the symptoms of menopause. more..>> Celery  Celery: Useful in weight loss eating plans and relieves high blood pressure. Known for its calming effects. Used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. more..>> Nuts Boosts the immune system. Lowers cholesterol levels and reduces the risks of heart and other age related diseases. Prevents osteoporosis. more..>> Legumes Reduces the risk of heart diseases. Control blood sugar levels. Lowers the risks of colon cancer. Prevents anemia and maintains the proper levels of iron and calcium in the body. more..>> Brassicas (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, Brussels sprouts, turnips) Boosts the immune system. Prevents cancer and heart disease. more..>> Root Vegetables Prevents blood clots and arterial blockages and hence reduces the risks of heart disease. Prevents a variety of cancers. Protects against the damages caused by nicotine. more..>> Rice Provide quick energy. Reduces the risks of colon cancer. Helps to maintain the nervous system. Reduces blood pressure and cholesterol levels. more..>> Oats Lowers blood cholesterol. Useful in weight-reduction diets. Suitable for people with diabetes. more..>> Corn Prevents heart disease and reduces the risk of colon cancer. more..>> wheat Prevents cancer of the colon and lowers the risks of breast cancer. Prevents and cures arterial blockages hence lowers the risk of heart disease. more..>> Seeds Helps to maintain prostate health. Relieves bowel problems. Reduces the risk of heart disease. Prevents anemia. Sooths symptoms of psoriasis and eczema. more..>> Avocado Contributes to the prevention of heart disease. Boosts the immune system in the elderly. Improves male fertility. more..>> Squashes and Pumpkins Prevents cancer of the prostate. Contributes to the health of the retina and lens of the eye. Strengthens the immune system. Reduces the risk of heart disease. more..>> Artichoke Lowers high cholesterol and fats in the blood. Protects against hepatitis. Increases the beneficial bacteria level in the large intestine. Protects against skin cancer. Beets Helps control cholesterol levels and reduces the risks of heart diseases. Useful refueling food for tired muscles. Mushrooms Boosts the immune system by stimulating white blood cells. Have certain anti-cancer properties. Prevents blood clots by thinning the blood. Sea Weeds Protects against certain cancers. Useful source for Iron and Calcium. Olive Oils Reduces cholesterol and protects against heart disease. Slows the aging process. Helps in fighting infections and inflammatory skin diseases. Herbs Fights food poisoning bacteria. Lessens the aging effect of pollution. Helps in the treatment of diabetes. Reduces cholesterol and blood pressure. Protects against cancer. Tea Helps in the prevention of heart disease. Lowers the risk of strokes in the elderly. Helps in the prevention of kidney failure. Helps stunting the growth of cancers. Oily Fish Relieves symptoms of psoriasis. Reduces the risk of heart disease. Maintains bone density. Prevents anemia. Shell FIsh  Important for male fertility. Provides nutrients for blood, bone and muscle functions. Helps in the prevention of cancer. Poultry and game birds   Improves the blood and concentration levels. Prevents anemia. Lamb Prevents anemia. Builds and maintains body tissues. Maintains the nervous system. Berries Prevents varicose veins. Eases rheumatoid arthritis. Reduces the risks of cancer. Helps in the treatment of urinary tract infections. Have anti-bacterial properties. Citrus Fruits  Prevents cancer of the stomach and the colon. In large amounts reduces the risk of cataracts. Helps the body to absorb iron and reduces the risk of anemia. Sprouts Sprouts are highly active baby vegetables, helps in combating diabetes, obesity, and cancers. Lowers the cholesterol level and thereby reduces the risk of heart diseases. Protects against ageing, stimulates the immunity and increases bone density. “The doctor of the future will no longer treat the human frame with drugs, but rather will cure and prevent disease with nutrition.”~ Thomas Edison