Eat Fresh vegetables for a healthier life – Order them Online!

Posted by Raj Arora
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Jul 21, 2015
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Consuming fruits and vegetables in good quantity daily reduces the risk of many chronic diseases. Vegetables are a source of many nutrients and play an important part in ensuring well-being of an individual. But still people tend to neglect buying fresh vegetables and, partially also due to many of the present-day challenges in life, are forced to compromise by eating junk food that in the long run prove harmful to their health.


And among all the prevalent reasons, lack of time and inconvenience in undertaking a trip to nearby marketplace are a few reasons frequently heard as the argument to avoidgrocery shopping.


Now for those, truly seeking a well balanced life, there is no room for excuses!


Internet has ensured that shopping can be done throughout the day. Thanks to online grocery shops like Quick2Kart.com! All the household items can be ordered at any time from office or home to be delivered at the doorstep. One can order vegetables online even from their mobile phones.


So with so much convenience one just has to consume proper diet rich with right vegetables to ensure a better future for themselves and that of their next generation.


Here is a brief list of reasons why you should start consuming a lot of vegetables from today onward.


Benefits with vegetables:


1. Vegetable rich diet reduces risk of heart ailments like heart attacks and stroke.


2. Vegetable consumption daily may act as a protection against certain types of cancer.


3. Fiber rich food like vegetables and fruits reduces the risk of heart diseases, obesity and type2 diabetes.


4. Potassium-rich vegetables helps in lowering blood pressure, reduces the chances of developing kidney stones and in minimizing bone degeneration.


5. Consuming low-calorie vegetable food instead of high calorie food is recommended for low calorie intake.


6. It is recommended to consume one to four cups of vegetables each day based on the calories one requires.


Nutrients in vegetables:


Nutrients are very important in maintaining a healthy body. Vegetables are low in fat (and thus calories) and cholesterol-free – in addition to being the source of many nutrients like potassium, dietary fiber, folic acid, vitamin A and vitamin C.


Here’s more into the goodness of vegetables.


1. Vegetables like sweet potato, white potato, white beans, tomato products like sauce, juice and paste, beet root, soybeans, beans, spinach, lentils and kidney beans (rajma) are rich in potassium and their intake helps in keeping blood pressure under control.


2. Vegetables with dietary fiber as part of a healthy diet reduces cholesterol levels and cuts the risk of heart diseases. Fiber also helps in proper bowel functioning. Fibrous food controls constipation and diverticulosis (diverticulas seen in intestine without any inflammations) too.


3. Folic acid or (folate as they are popularly known as) forms red blood cells. Pregnant women are advised to consume folate and 400 grams of synthetic folic acid thereby reducing the risk of complications during foetal development. Spinach, beetroot, sprouts, broccoli, cabbage are some vegetables rich in folic acid.


4. Vitamin A helps in improving the skin and eyes and protects against infections. Carrots, leafy greens, lettuce, dried apricots are rich in vitamin A.


5. Vitamin C is useful in healing cuts and wounds, keeping teeth and gums healthy and in absorbing iron. Vitamin C can be found in bell peppers, citrus fruits, broccoli, tomatoes, peas and papaya.


Like Quick2Kart.com that answers the grocery needs in Noida, Indirapuram and Vaishali with plentiful product options and multiple delivery slots, take your pick among the right online grocery/vegetable seller that serves your area.


And yes, don’t forget to check for deals and offers that many such sites offer. Quick2Kart.com regulars runs customer discounts and schemes to give you the best rates in the market. You may check for similar offers on the site of your choice.

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