Many people know that a healthy diet includes a certain amount of vegetables and fruits every day, but they don't realize that members of the same vegetable and fruit family have significant differences in disease resistance, health benefits, and nutritional content. Dr. Marilyn Nanney of Saint Louis University has selected her "High-Power" series based on the vitamin, dietary fiber, and beta-carotene content in various vegetables and fruits. Dr. Nanney categorized them by color: White:
Cauliflower is the top choice, followed by potatoes, onions, and mushrooms. Green:
Spinach, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts are the top choices.