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Kale:
One of the healthiest vegetables, it belongs to the cabbage family with leaves in
shades of green and purple. Kale is packed full of antioxidants, !avonoids and "ber
to help in detox and lowers the cholesterol.
Spirulina:
A type of blue-algae that grows in the sea, using consumed in the form of nutritional
supplement in tablet or powder form. It is rich in carotenoids, antioxidants, proteins,
and ideal to boost immunity, "ght infections, and protect against allergies.
Glossary
vegetables
Buttermilk
It is the liquid left after butter is removed from cream, which is highly acidic.
Traditionally made from cow’s milk and white vinegar or lemon juice. For a more
alkalizing option, add 1 tbsp of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of soy
milk.
Hummus:
A very popular Middle Eastern dip made from chickpeas or garbanzo beans, tahini,
olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice. Commonly used to complement pita bread.
Quinoa:
A healthy whole grain or a seed that is packed full of proteins, fatty acids to prevent
in!ammation, as well as calcium. It is also one of the most alkalizing grains.
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