Salt
We consume far too much table salt (cooking salt). See text. It takes three months for the taste buds to become more sensitive to salt so that we need less. 00/00/00
Black pepper
Black pepper: read about the differences between black, green, white, and red pepper in the link. Pepper owes its spicy heat primarily to the alkaloid piperine. 82/13/04
Tap water (mineral water, drinking)
The quality of drinking water (tap and mineral water) varies greatly by location and can contain contaminants. 00/00/00
Garlic, raw, organic
The claim that eating garlic reduces cholesterol is controversial. However, it is an accepted fact that garlic lowers the risk of colon cancer. See text. 83/16/01
Onion
Onions have antibacterial effects and lower blood pressure, blood sugar, and blood lipids. The small intestine cannot digest fractans, which is why gas occurs. 89/10/01
Walnuts, shelled
Walnuts are the nuts that have the highest concentration of omega-3 fatty acids (linolenic acid). Walnuts help protect against cardiovascular diseases. 15/16/69
Carrot, raw
Carrots are a low-calorie vegetable with a relatively high level of carotenoids. They can be used to make either raw or cooked recipes. 89/09/02
Olive oil
Olive oil is given too much importance even though, for example, canola oil contains three times less omega-3. We also use too much oil. 00/00/100
Lemon juice
Lemon juice in its raw form is used frequently to give a dish or drink a fresh, clean taste. Thanks to its antioxidants, it is effective against discoloration. 92/05/03
Parsley, fresh
Fresh parsley (flat-leaf, curly-leaf or garden parsley) add flavor, vitamins and very important phytochemicals to your favorite dishes. 63/29/08
Lemon, raw, without peel
The nutritional value of lemons without the peel is lower. Only use the peel if the lemon is organic — the peel contains more nutrients than the pulp or juice. 87/10/03
Fresh ginger
Ginger is used as a spice and a medicinal plant (e.g., to treat gastrointestinal problems). It owes its distinctive spicy and citrus flavor mainly to gingerol. 87/09/04
Cilantro (fresh coriander)
Green cilantro (coriander) has a lemony, peppery smell and a sweet and sour flavor; some people think it has an unpleasant soapy taste. 58/34/08
Flaxseed (Linseed), raw (organic?)
With 23g/100g of ALA, raw flaxseed (linseed) has the highest concentration of omega-3 fatty acids of all the better known plant seeds. Choose organic. 32/20/47
Sea salt
Sea salt from evaporated salt water is collected in salt evaporation ponds. The most well known type on the market is Fleur de Sel, which is harvested by hand. 00/00/00
Canola oil
Canola oil contains a significantly higher amount of essential fatty acids than, for example, olive oil. It is used primarily as a cooking oil and in margarine. 00/00/100
Red chili pepper
Red chili peppers are used raw or cooked with other ingredients to add spice to dishes. They may be used whole, ground into powder, or as pastes and sauces. 79/17/04
Tomatoes, red, raw (organic?)
Red tomatoes, ripe and raw, are rich in carotenoids. They are used in cold and warm dishes, and their pulp can be further processed. Organic? 78/18/04
Lime
Limes are seldom eaten raw. They have a sour and zesty taste, and the juice and zest are added to certain dishes and drinks to enhance their flavor. 92/06/02
Red bell pepper
Unlike chilli peppers, bell peppers are not spicy, but instead have a mild sweetness. They are available in green, yellow, and red. See text. 82/14/04