There are certain vegetables, which are healthier when boiled. We have got you a list of such vegetables to try. Watch further to know more..
5 Veggies for Maximum Health Benefits
Besides the nutrients, Spinach also contains oxalic acid, known to block the absorption of iron and calcium. When it comes in contact with heat, the acid breaks down under high temperatures, making it easier for nutrient absorption.
Spinach
Boiling sweet potatoes retains more beta-carotene and makes the nutrient more absorbable. Moreover, raw sweet potatoes are too hard to consume.
Sweet Potatoes
Mushrooms contain a generous amount of the antioxidant ergothioneine, which is released during cooking. These antioxidants help break down "free radicals," leading to oxidative stress in the body.
Mushroom
Green beans contain lectins, a compound that may lead to various digestive troubles. Cooking not only neutralizes the lectins but also improves taste, digestibility, and antioxidant content.
Green Beans
Steaming eggplant allows its nutrient components to bind together with bile acids, enabling the liver to break down cholesterol more easily and reduce its presence in the bloodstream.
Eggplant
Now that you know it all, we suggest you cook these vegetables before consumption. Eat healthy, stay fit!
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