March 2023 is National Nutrition Month. National Nutrition Month is an annual event created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This activity aims to help people understand the foods that are good for the body and how to mix them.
(National Nutrition Month)
There is a saying that greenhouse plants are more nutritious, and although this claim is unproven, this can be your gardening motivation. Which fruits and vegetables are rich in nutrients? How should you grow them?
National Nutrition Month 2023 theme
National Nutrition Month originated in 1973 and is often held in March. " Fuel for the Future " is the theme of National Nutrition Month 2023. Many dietitians present their views on nutrition and answer questions from the public at this event.
Why eat more fruits and vegetables?
Vegetables and fruits are great sources of vitamins and minerals. They are rich in vitamins A, C, and E, as well as magnesium, zinc, phosphorus, and folate. Most vegetables and fruits are rich in high-quality dietary fiber, which can improve your health.
In addition, many vegetables and fruits are low in calories and fat. You can eat more vegetables and fruits to increase satiety without worrying about more calories and fat.
Why are greenhouse plants rich in nutrients?
Compared with open gardens, greenhouses provide a better environment for growing plants. You can create an ideal environment for growing plants inside your greenhouse.
Wooden greenhouses, aluminum framed greenhouses, polycarbonate greenhouses, and polyethylene walk in greenhouses are all common types of greenhouses.
(portable home greenhouse)
With tools such as thermostats, fans, irrigators, and humidifiers, you can easily control the inside of your greenhouse. Even plants that are only suitable for growing in spring and summer can survive in the winter greenhouse.
In the ideal environment created artificially, vegetables and fruits grow better, are more hydrated, and are sweeter.
The healthiest greenhouse plants (greenhouse vegetables and fruits)
Greenhouse carrots
Carrots are greenhouse-grown vegetables. Greenhouse cultivation techniques can increase carrot yields and sweetness. Greenhouse carrots are crunchy and delicious, packed with nutrients.
(greenhouse carrots)
Carrots have many health benefits for the human body:
The carrot is a good source of fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants.
Carrots help with weight loss. Carrots are a low-calorie vegetable that increases feelings of fullness and reduces subsequent caloric intake. During weight loss, soups, salads, and stir-fries made from carrots can be consumed.
Carrots are said to help lower cholesterol and improve eye health. Carrots also help prevent a variety of diseases, including prostate, colon, and stomach cancer.
Greenhouse blueberries
Growing blueberries in greenhouses is a completely viable idea. Now greenhouse blueberries are one of the most popular berries. The prerequisite for healthy growth of blueberries in greenhouses is that the soil is acidified and there is plenty of light.
(greenhouse blueberry)
Blueberries are considered a difficult fruit to grow. With the help of greenhouses, people can grow and harvest more blueberries.
The blueberry has many health benefits for the human body:
Blueberries contain vitamin K, which helps promote heart health and bone health.
Blueberries have high antioxidant levels. Blueberries are one of the best natural sources of antioxidants. Antioxidants are important for your body to protect you from free radical damage. Regular consumption of blueberries for just two weeks can reduce cell damage by roughly 20%.
The antioxidants in blueberries prevent the oxidation of cholesterol in the blood.
Eating blueberries regularly helps protect cardiovascular health.
Blueberries are good for people with diabetes. Blueberries can help reduce fasting blood sugar levels by nearly one-third in people with type 2 diabetes and control blood sugar levels more effectively.
Greenhouse Sweet Red Pepper
Sweet red peppers are an attractive crop that is ideal for growing in a greenhouse. Bell peppers are tender and need warmth and full sun.
Portable greenhouses, glass greenhouses, and aluminum framed greenhouses are all suitable locations for growing bell peppers. If you want to grow this vibrant crop year-round, you need to keep the inside of your greenhouse warm all year round. In the winter, you may need heaters or gardening wool to promote gardening.
（Sweet Red Pepper）
Sweet Red Peppers have many health benefits for the human body:
Sweet red peppers are a source of vitamins A and C. Each half cup of sweet red peppers will provide you with 47% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin A and 159% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin C.
Boosts immunity. Sweet red peppers are rich in vitamin C. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that fights cell damage, boosts the immune system, and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Greenhouse broccoli
A greenhouse is an ideal environment for broccoli to grow. Cold-frame greenhouses are considered one of the most suitable types of greenhouses for growing broccoli. Broccoli prefers slightly acidic soil with a ph value between 6.0 and 7.0. Greenhouse soil should be moist and fertile.
(greenhouse broccoli)
For better quality broccoli, remember to add a small amount of ammonium nitrate or ammonium sulfate.
Broccolis have many health benefits for the human body:
Rich in many nutrients. One cup of broccoli contains as much vitamin C as an orange, and it is also rich in vitamins and minerals.
It helps to keep your heart healthy. Regular consumption of broccoli can lower the total amount of cholesterol in the body, thus reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Prevents cancer. The carotenoid in broccoli is a phytochemical. This phytochemical helps reduce the risk of certain cancers. Some studies have shown that radish sulfur can reduce the risk of prostate cancer.
Protects the intestinal tract. The rich sulfur in broccoli supports the production of glutathione. Glutathione is a potent antioxidant that plays an important role in maintaining the integrity of the intestinal lining and supporting its repair.
Greenhouse oranges
People often see orange trees Greenhouse orangesoutdoors and growing oranges in a greenhouse are considered a challenge by some gardeners. If you want to grow oranges in a greenhouse, you need to prepare acidic soil for the orange trees.
(orange tree)
Fertilize the orange trees weekly in spring and summer. Fertilize every two weeks in the fall and winter and consume a low-nitrogen fertilizer.
Oranges have many health benefits for the human body:
Rich in many nutrients. An orange contains a variety of nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin A, fiber, and protein.
High in vitamin C. Oranges are the fruit with the highest vitamin C content. If you want to supplement vitamin C through food rather than medication, oranges are the perfect choice for you.
Keeps your intestinal tract healthy. One orange contains roughly 3g of fiber, which helps keep your intestinal tract healthy.
High dose of folic acid. By consuming oranges, the body can naturally obtain large doses of folic acid. Folic acid helps prevent birth defects.
Helps lower blood pressure. Potassium, which is abundant in oranges, helps lower blood pressure.
Greenhouse strawberries
Strawberries are an easy fruit to grow. Balconies, garden beds, and greenhouses are perfect places to grow. In the greenhouse, strawberries are protected from natural elements throughout the year.
(greenhouse strawberry)
The most suitable greenhouses for strawberry cultivation are polyethylene greenhouses, polycarbonate greenhouses, metal frame greenhouses, etc. The optimal temperature for strawberries to grow is between 10 degrees Celsius and 25 degrees Celsius. Air humidity should be in the range of 70% to 80%.
To obtain a good strawberry harvest, the greenhouse should be placed in a place with direct sunlight and the inside of the greenhouse should be kept clean.
Strawberries have many health benefits for the human body:
It contains many nutrients. Strawberries are an excellent natural source of many vitamins, enzymes, calcium, potassium, and folic acid.
Rich in vitamin C. Strawberries contains high amounts of vitamin C, which helps with antioxidants. Strawberries are in the top 10 fruits for antioxidant power.
Improves insulin sensitivity. Strawberries are rich in polyphenols. Polyphenols have been shown to improve insulin sensitivity in adults.
Conclusion
To obtain nutrition, it is wise to choose greenhouse fruits and vegetables. However, you also need to pay attention to the way you cook it. Cooking methods such as frying and frying will lose a lot of nutrients, for health, it is recommended that you choose a healthier cooking method such as steaming. Start your healthy eating this March.
