Food Bytes A thru H | Belly Bytes

Food Bytes: A thru H

Acerola - Noted for extremely high vitamin C...
Apples - Apples, among their many other benefits, are amazing for controlling blood sugar...
Apricots - Apricots are one of the best natural sources of Vitamin A...
Artichokes - Fiber is a prime feature of this vegetable...
Avocados - Avocados are packed with the carotenoid lutein...
Bananas - Banans truly are a nutritional powerhouse!
Barley - Barley contains significant quantities of beta-glucans...
Beans - A good source of B vitamins, potassium, fiber, versatile, inexpensive and GOOD!
Beets - Low in calories and high in vitamin C and folate...
Blueberries - No fat, no cholesterol, low in calories, HIGH in nutrition!

Rich in beta-carotene and many other vital nutrients...

Bulgur - High in carbohydrates, bulgur is a prime source of energy...
Cabbage - High in Vitamin C, cabbage continues to be a dietary staple...
Cantaloupe - Rich in beta carotene and provides potassium and vitamin C...
Carrots - Vitamin A, potassium, vitamin B6, copper, folic acid, beta carotene, magnesium...
Cauliflower - Steam or microwave to preserve its rich B vitamins...
Cherries - Sour cherries are lower in calories and higher in vitamin C and beta carotene than sweet cherries.

Chestnuts are higher in carbohydrates and lower in fat and protein than other nuts.

Chili Peppers - Chilies are an excellent source of vitamin C if you enjoy their powerful bite.
Cinnamon - As an herbal addition, cinnamon helps to support sugar and fat metabolism.
Cranberries - Native Americans used cranberries for both their medicinal and natural preservative powers.
Currants - Another nutritional powerhouse with vitamin C, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, iron protein and Omega-3...
Eggplant - A fair source of potassium, iron and protein. Low in calories and has no fat.

Dried figs are excellent replacement for fat in baked goods.

Fish - Like meat, fish is nutritious because it is a good source of many vital nutrients.
Flax - Despite their small size, flaxseeds pack quite a nutritional punch!

Contains vitamins, minerals, herbs or other botanicals, amino acids, enzymes, and other ingredients intended to supplement the diet.

Ginger - Commonly used for cooking and medicinal purposes.
Grapefruit - Grapefruit offers plenty of calcium, potassium, and magnesium as well as trace amounts of iron and zinc.
Grapes - Grapes are about 80 percent water, making them a delectable low calorie snack or dessert...
Green Tea - Green Tea is thought to have many health benefits (including weightloss). Studies continue...
Guava - The guava is a good source of several vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, calcium, potassium, iron, carotenoids (vitamin A), and folate.
Honey - Honey is composed primarily of carbohydrates and water, and includes a wide array of vitamins and minerals...