Peas
Juicy Trivia
An Austrian monk named Gregor Johann Mendel discovered the genetics of science, when bred 2 different varieties of peas and discovered their offspring had the features of both parents so concluded that physical characteristics could pass down, not only in plants but in humans too.
Folklore tells us that peas contain an anti-fertility agent and studies have proven it to be true that the humble pea is high in contraceptive agents. Hard to believe but this little fact may prove to be useful for men and women who are having difficulties with fertility.
Peas are part of the legume family although generally thought of as a vegetable.
Jason Says...
You might be surprised to find that green peas are one of the most nutritious leguminous vegetables, that are rich in health benefiting phyto-nutrients, minerals, vitamins and anti-oxidants and so make a great addition to a green juice…. Give peas a chance!!
Juice or Smoothie?
Juice: If using a centrifugal juicer, treat peas as you would leafy vegetables and pack them between harder produce to get the most from your peas.
Juicy Benefits
Peas contain chlorophyll, which has the ability to attack cancer-causing chemicals and prevent them from being absorbed. Peas help your heart and can help lower cholesterol.
Green peas are a reliable source of omega-3 fat in the form of alpha-linolenic acid, or ALA, so can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular problems. We also know that high levels of homocysteine raise our risk of cardiovascular disease, so the ample amounts of B vitamins contained in peas help keep our homocysteine levels in check.
Green peas are loaded with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory nutrients - we need strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory protection for healthy functioning of our blood vessels. The formation of plaque along our blood vessel walls starts with chronic, excessive oxidative stress and inflammation, so peas are a good addition to the diet to help prevent heart disease, type 2 diabetes and arthritis.
Research
Peas have been linked to a study of prostate cancer that concluded; ‘the possible relationships of vitamin B6, garlic, beans and peas with risk for prostate cancer should be further investigated’.
A study published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) found that eating just 1 serving daily of legumes such as peas could significantly reduce ‘bad cholesterol’ and the risk of heart disease,
Vitamins, Minerals and Extras
Vitamin A, B1 thiamine, B2 riboflavine, B3 niacin, B4 choline, B6 pyridoxine, B9 folic acid, C, E, K, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, molybdenum, phosphorus, potassium, and zinc
References
The Doctors Book of Food Remedies - Selene Yeager
The Food Pharmacy - Jean Carper
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
www.medicalxpress.com
Disclaimer
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