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Greens are among the healthiest foods on the planet and theyve been a staple of the human diet since prehistoric times. While the greens we consume today probably bear little resemblance to those consumed by our Paleolithic ancestors, there is still good reason to eat them every day.

Dark green leafy vegetables have a particularly comprehensive nutritional profile. They contain water, carbohydrates, and a surprising amount of protein. They are also rich in vitamins, minerals, and anti-oxidants that can protect cells from cancer, promote heart health, improve bone health, and prevent inflammatory diseases such as arthritis.

If thats not enough to convince you to include these vegetables in your diet then consider that dark leafy greens are very low in calories and high in fiber. This combination makes them an excellent choice for those interested in achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.

This category of vegetable includes lettuces such as romaine, green leaf, and arugula. Also included are cruciferous greens such as kale, collard greens, cabbage, and broccoli. Spinach and Swiss Chard are a couple of my personal favorites and are easy to grow in your garden. There also are many plants dandelions and beets among them that provide edible green leaves. Even the leaves of carrots are edible.

A daily salad is a great way to get a serving or two of greens. Start with a base of spinach or lettuce and add other vegetables to provide color and texture. Use fruits and nuts for sweetness and crunch. Include a lean source of protein such as beans, chicken, or a boiled egg to turn your salad into a meal.

If youre not a salad lover, there are other ways to incorporate greens into your meals. For example:

Add lettuce or spinach to your sandwiches or wraps.

Add greens to soups, stews, and casseroles.

Add broccoli, spinach, or bok choy to stir fries.

Steam or saute greens until they are slightly soft and serve as a side dish. I also like to mix steamed greens into mashed potatoes.

Make pesto to serve over pasta or as a sandwich spread. Although traditionally made with basil, pesto can be made with baby spinach, arugula, or even the carrot greens mentioned above.

Add to smoothies. My favorite combination is two handfuls of baby spinach with a frozen banana, a cup of almond milk, and two tablespoons of peanut butter powder.

With this many options and ways to prepare them, it should be no problem to get your greens every day.

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