10 vegetables that are not as good for you as you think
Green bell peppersCompared to red, yellow or orange bell peppers, green ones have lower levels of vitamins and antioxidants, as these are harvested before they can ripen.
BroccoliAlthough this is somewhat beneficial to the body, consuming it can lead to increased bloating.
CeleryWidely used in Chinese and other South Asian cuisines, celery mainly contains water. It does not provide any iron, copper, or other minerals and vitamins.
CucumberAlthough advised to consume cucumber in the summer, it does not provide any significant nutritional benefits.
LettuceLettuce mainly consists of water. The high water content makes it low in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It further lacks components that makeup antioxidant properties.
Eggplant/BrinjalThe most beloved substitute for meat behaves as a sponge. These soak up all the fat, calories and sodium in foods making them less healthy to consume.
PeasPeas consist of a lot of starch that can lead to weight gain if consumed in on a regular basis. These also increase blood sugar levels along with hunger levels.
PotatoesWho would have thought that our beloved potatoes would have made it to this list? These contain potassium and vitamin C but the way in which these are prepared, mostly rip off their nutritional value.
SpinachConsidered to be one of the most healthy vegetables, when grown in a conventional way can be more dangerous for the body as they contain loads of pesticides.
Corn
Corn does not contain the nutritional value one hopes for. It contains no sodium, no essential nutrients or minerals.