Fertility Bowl Recipe
Oh, this is one of my favorite recipes packed with juicy nutritional benefits. Check out the benefits to this one recipe:
Oh, this is one of my favorite recipes packed with juicy nutritional benefits. Check out the benefits to this one recipe:
Fertility Bowl Recipe & Nutritional Benefits:
Cooked Quinoa: Quinoa is classified as a whole grain and is a good source of plant protein and fiber.
Shitake Mushrooms: Shiitake mushrooms are rich in polysaccharides like lentinans and other beta-glucans. These compounds protect against cell damage, help your immune system, and boost white blood cell production for fighting off microbes. Polysaccharides also have anti-inflammatory properties
Sautéed Kale with Sesame Oil: Kale is a full of Vitamin A (important for eye and bone health and a strong immune system), vitamin C (aids in cold and chronic disease prevention), and vitamin K (good for blood clotting and bone building), Folate, a B vitamin that's key for brain development, and Alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid.
Black Beans: Black beans are prized for their high protein and fiber content, help strengthen bones and contain quercetin and saponins which can protect the heart.
Watermelon Radishes: Consuming watermelon radish is a great way to boost your intake of vitamins and minerals, as they are rich in phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, calcium, vitamin A and vitamin C. This colourful vegetable is also a good source of phytochemicals and antioxidants.
Purple & Green Cabbage: Purple cabbage has 10 times more vitamin A than green cabbage. Both types of cabbage contain vitamin A in the form of the carotenoids beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin. Beta-carotene is an antioxidant that can also be converted into the vitamin A you need for vision and to keep your skin and immune system healthy. Cabbage helps fight inflammation, promotes heart health, and enhances gut health.
Carrots: are a great source of beta carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants They're a weight-loss-friendly food and have been linked to lower cholesterol levels and improved eye health.
Sauerkraut: Sauerkraut, or fermented cabbage, is loaded with vitamins C and K, iron, and fiber, and naturally contains healthy gut bacteria called probiotics. Sauerkraut also enhances the health of our digestive system by optimizing our gut flora and balancing our gut microbiome.
Pea Shoot Sprouts: Contain vitamins and minerals including folate and Vit. A as well as chlorophyll, about 20% protein and are one of the highest in vitamin C content. The shoots are additionally comprised of flavonoids and polyphenols, specifically lignans and coumestrol, which are recently being studied for their anticarcinogenic and anti-inflammatory activities.
This is super easy to throw together. Hope you enjoy!
With Love,
Tara