In Pics | 10 cool facts about healthy food

Here we list some cool facts about some healthy foods that naturally accommodate health-promoting ingredients and also help in fighting diseases.

Not tea, milk or coffee, eating apples are more effective at waking you up in the morning. Credit: Getty Images

Apart from avocados, bananas are also rich in potassium. Always opt for green-tipped bananas over-ripened bananas. Credit: SK Dinesh/DH Photo

Broccoli contains twice the amount of vitamin C than that of an orange. Credit: Getty Images

Onions are great antioxidants and are loaded with anti-allergy, antiviral, and anti-histamine properties. Maximum health benefits are seen in raw or lightly-steamed onions. Credit: PTI Photo

Parsley is great for digestion and contains three times the amount of vitamin C as compared to oranges. Credit: Getty Images

Chinese cabbage is an excellent source of folic acid and has anti-inflammatory properties. Credit: AFP Photo

Fennel has rich antioxidant flavonoid quercetin and helps expel phlegm from the lungs. Credit: DH Pool Photo

Green beans have vitamin A, B-complex vitamins, calcium and potassium and may be used to cure diabetes. Credit: AFP Photo

Pumpkin seeds are high in zinc and should be eaten raw for maximum nutritional benefits. Credit: Getty Images

Tomato is a good source of potassium and is linked with lowering the elevated blood pressure in the body. Credit: DH Pool Photo