SUMMER INGREDIENTS
DECEMBER - FEBRUARY

Mint
Protein, Thiamin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Phosphorus and Zinc, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Riboflavin, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Copper and Manganese.
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Kale
Vitamin K, vitamin C, vitamin A, manganese, and copper; a very good source of vitamin B6, fiber, calcium, potassium, vitamin E, and vitamin B2; and a good source of iron, magnesium vitamin B1, omega-3 fats, phosphorus, protein, folate, and vitamin B3.
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Cucumber
Cucumbers promote bone health. The top nutrient in cucumbers is vitamin K, which is key for bone health. Cucumbers may boost cardiovascular health too. They're hydrating. And great for weight management. Cucumbers may help reduce cancer risk. Cucumbers can soothe skin.
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Baby Spinach
Vitamin K, vitamin A (in the form of carotenoids), manganese, folate, magnesium, iron, copper, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin E, calcium, potassium and vitamin C. It is a very good source of dietary fiber, phosphorus, vitamin B1, zinc, protein and choline.
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Green Grapes
Packed with nutrients, especially vitamins C and K. High antioxidant content may prevent chronic diseases. Plant compounds may protect against certain types of cancer. Grapes are high in antioxidants, beneficial plant compounds that may protect against chronic health conditions, such as diabetes, cancer and heart disease.
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Flat Leaf Parsley
Vitamin K and vitamin C as well as a good source of vitamin A, folate and iron. Parsley's volatile oil components include myristicin, limonene, eugenol and alpha-thujene. Its flavonoids include apiin, apigenin, crisoeriol and luteolin.
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Hemp Seeds
Hemp seeds are rich in healthy fats and essential fatty acids. They are also a great protein source and contain high amounts of vitamin E, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, magnesium, sulfur, calcium, iron and zinc.
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Lemon
As an antioxidant, vitamin C also protects cells from oxidative damage. Plus, getting enough vitamin C helps the immune system keep colds and flu at bay. Drinking lemon water daily ensures your body gets a sizeable amount of vitamin C daily.
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Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkin seeds may be small, but they're packed full of valuable nutrients. Eating only a small amount of them can provide you with a substantial quantity of healthy fats, magnesium and zinc. Because of this, pumpkin seeds have been associated with several health benefits.
These include improved heart health, prostate health and protection against certain cancers.
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Ginger
Boasts anti-nausea, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant compounds. Commonly used to treat various types of "stomach problems" including motion sickness, morning sickness, colic, upset stomach, gas, diarrhoea, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and nausea.
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References: Medical News Today; Wholefoods Org; BBC Good Foods; Live Science, HealthLine.









