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Apples |
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Benefits |
Drawbacks |
- Low in calories
- High in soluble fiber
- Lots of phytochemicals that help prevent heart disease
- Enhance dental hygiene
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- Relatively low in
nutrients
- Skin may contain pesticide residue
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Apricots |
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Benefits |
Drawbacks |
- Rich source of beta
carotene, iron and potassium
- High in fiber, low in calories
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- Preservatives can cause allergies
- Dried apricots leave sticky residue on teeth which can lead to cavities
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Artichokes |
|
Benefits |
Drawbacks |
- Good source of folate,
Vitamin C, and potassium
- Low in calories
- High in fiber
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- Can
cause allergies in people sensitive to ragweed
|
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Artificial Sweeteners |
|
Benefits |
Drawbacks |
-
Sweet taste with
few calories
- Used as a sugar
replacement for people with diabetes
- Do not promote tooth decay
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- Not good for
pregnant or lactating women - should
consult physician
- Aspartame should not be used by people with
phenylketonuria
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Asparagus |
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Benefits |
Drawbacks |
- A good source of folate and potassium
- Low calorie
- Stalks are high in fiber
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- Contains purines, which may precipitate an attack
of gout
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Avocadoes |
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Benefits |
Drawbacks |
- Rich in folate, Vitamin A, and potassium
- Good amounts of protein, iron, magnesium, and
Vitamin C, E, and B6
- Good source of unsaturated fat
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