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zucchini noodles are a healthier alternative.
They seem pretty posh being served up
at restaurants, but they are easy to make sure you choose a good supplier of the fruit
at home. Plus, they are lower in carbs and though.
higher-in-nutrition cousin, being a good
source of Vitamins A and C, potassium and 12. Ginger
fiber. You can use them in “zoodles”, roast
them, or add to salads.

10. Broccoli

With its thermogenic qualities, ginger
causes a rise in your body temperature
helping it to burn calories. You can add
ginger to your food or, for a fat-boosting
Broccoli is another vegetable that gives beverage, brew a ginger tisane by boiling a
you great nutritional bang for your buck. decoction.
It contains more protein than any other
veggie. Plus, it’s loaded with fiber, vitamin 13. Apples
C, iron and potassium and Vitamin K. You
can add it to pretty much anything—eggs,
soup, juice, pasta, pizza, stir-fries, and
more.

11. Watermelon
Yes, plain water is important, and its
exceedingly important to stay hydrated.
Watermelon is 92 percent water, plus it is
bursting with vitamins A and C and anti-
inflammatory nutrients like lycopene. Make

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