off the Reboot website

Here's a great list of the benefits for some fruits and veggies out there. I got it from the Reboot website.

Nutritional Benefits


Before you can truly embrace a diet rich in fruit and vegetables, it is important to understand the benefits these foods are literally bringing to the table. Here are some quick facts you didn’t know about everything – from Apples to Turmeric.


Apples contain antioxidants that help protect “good” HDL cholesterol levels in the blood.

Avocados are densely packed with anti-inflammatory, healthy fats. Well-known for its vitamin E content, an important antioxidant.

Beets are potent antioxidants with liver-protective properties.

Blueberries and blackberries are rich in anthocyanins—these phytonutrients have power. They can reduce inflammation, increase detoxifying enzymes in the liver, and stop cancers from creating their own lifeline-blood supply.

Cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable that promotes natural detoxification in the liver. It is high in sulfur and iodine.

Carrots are the richest plant source of vitamin A, good source of potassium.

Celery is high in organic sodium, magnesium, and iron. Magnesium is important for the breakdown of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats into energy; for muscle relaxation and the prevention of cramps; and for nerve conduction and preventing tooth decay.

Cilantro provides a rich source of carotenoids.

Cinnamon has been shown to help keep blood sugar in check.

Cucumbers contain potassium and phytosterols, which help lower blood cholesterol levels.

Fennel’s active ingredient, anethole, blocks inflammation in the body and can stop cancer cells from multiplying.

Ginger root reduces nausea, pain and inflammation, and provides heartburn relief. It also aids digestion.

Grapefruits provide a rich source of vitamin C, and are a good source of lycopene (a carotene with prostate cancer-protective properties).

Kale is an especially nutrient-dense vegetable with many potent micronutrients. Rich and abundant in calcium, lutein, iron, and vitamins A, C, and K, kale has seven times the beta-carotene of broccoli and ten times more lutein, another potent carotene. Kale is part of the cruciferous vegetable family, making it a good source of the phytonutrient indole-3-carbinol. Research shows I3C has many anti-cancer actions, such as promoting estrogen ratios in the blood that are weak, but needed to discourage breast cancer tumor growth. Crucifers are also potent detoxifiers.

Kiwis offer twice the vitamin C of an orange per serving. They are a good source of vitamin E (a potent antioxidant) and potassium.

Lemons contain natural anti-nausea and overall digestive-aid properties.

Mint is rich in plant-based omega-3 fats – an important nutrient for healthy hair, skin, and nails that has powerful anti-inflammatory activity. Omega-3s may also protect against the development of heart disease and certain types of cancers.

Parsley is a good source of folic acid, which may help lower the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancers. It also promotes fresh breath.

Pineapples are high in the enzyme bromelain, an anti-inflammatory.

Spinach is high in iron, vitamin C, and beta-carotene. The vitamin C and beta-carotene in spinach are antioxidants, and may help to protect cells from the damaging effects of free radicals. Most dark green leafy veggies are rich in lutein – a phytonutrient shown to help delay age-related macular degeneration of the eyes.

Sweet potatoes (and carrots for that matter) are rich in – a phytonutrient responsible for giving these veggies their rich orange color. Zeaxanthin has anti-cancer activity: it helps encourage cancer cells to commit suicide (apoptosis), and helps prevent tumors from being able to create their own blood supply (anti-angiogenesis).

Swiss chard tastes sweeter in juices than spinach. It is rich in vitamin C, potassium, and magnesium. Foods rich in potassium have been shown to lower blood pressure and heart disease risk.

Tomatoes are rich in lycopene – a member of the carotene family famous for its potential to prevent prostate cancer.

Turmeric has been shown to have multiple forms of anti-cancer activity in prostate, ovarian, colon, uterine, and breast cancer cells. The active ingredient responsible, curcumin, is approximately 1,000 times more bioavailable (absorbable) when combined with black pepper.

Juicing

The other day Jessie and I watched a documentary on Netflicks called "Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead".  It was very eye-opening, and I'm excited to say it made Jessie want to get healthy and lose some weight.  In his line of work it's really hard for him to eat right. They were insane hours, and he gets to eat mainly 1 meal a day which is usually at the end of the work day anywhere from 5-9pm at night.  And when he puts in 12-16 hour days, that's not really a lot to keep you going. Plus when they start the majority of the time before the normal breakfast hour, and he's the type of guy that wants to sleep till the last possible second...again it doesn't leave room for healthy eating.

Plus my darling husband loves his meat, potatoes, and very little fruits/veggies. AKA the typical guy.  So after he watched this documentary, he did some research and then approached me about doing this.  I of course was really nervous about this.  If you haven't seen this movie, it's where a guy goes 60days rebooting his system and consuming only pure juices of fruits and veggies that he made himself. That's it! Wait no that's not it, he also consumed the daily amount of water that he needed. So we sat down and watched the show together, after we talked about it, I was put at ease and I'm all for it. 

I wanted to do it as well, but since I'm still nursing Gordon, that puts me out automatically since it's basically a detox.  And who wants to be drinks a cocktail of toxins through breastmilk?  I know the jury is still out on it, but I'm gonna wait on detoxin till I'm done nursing.  Gordon and I have had a rocky road as far as nursing and what I get to eat due to his allergies, why the hec do I want to chance that?  Plus knowing our luck he WOULD get something.  But there's no reason why we can't enjoy the benefits of the extra fruits and veggies that I wouldn't normally eat, and/or don't have time to add all of these extras to our diet.

Today marks Day 4 for Jessie of the total reboot. He's been struggling.  He's been really hungry and tired, but I'm hoping that will turn around. It's nice knowing that he's getting some extra nutrients that he wasn't getting before though.

If you all want to take a look at this, here's the link:
http://jointhereboot.com/