Five reasons why vegetables are so good for you

At The Lettuce Shop we take our vegetables very seriously. Not only do we pride ourselves on the good quality vegetables we supply, we genuinely have an interest in good veg. And in our opinion, it is all good! Vegetables are so versatile and there are hundreds of different ways to prepare them. Here are five reasons why vegetables are good for you:

1. Vegetables are fat-free. Over 95% of vegetables contain less than one gram of fat per serving. With low or no calories, vegetables are the ideal accompaniment to any meal.
2. Vegetables are dense in nutrients. High in vitamins and other nutrients including fibre and anti-oxidants which are vital for a healthy diet, vegetables are the obvious choice. So while they taste delicious, they are also good for you.
3. Vegetables help boost the immune system. Vegetables high in vitamin C help keep our bodies healthy during the flu season.
4. Vegetables aid in protecting us against a number of diseases such as some cancers, stroke, diabetes and heart disease.
5. "You are what you eat." Eating a diet rich in healthy vegetables improves appearance in skin, eyes, hair and teeth. Vitamins and minerals in vegetables aid in keeping circulation and the overturning of cells at a healthy rate.

If this is not enough to convince you, just imagine a dish without the colour of a range of vegetables. The reds, deep greens, oranges and yellows of vegetables only add to the appearance of dishes. Get your fix today!

Have a great week!

The Lettuce Shop team