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. Water 0.2% 00/00/00 LA : ALA
0 kcal
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. Water 12.5% 82/13/04 LA (0.7g) 5:1 (0.2g) ALA
251 kcal
Tap water (mineral water, drinking)
The quality of drinking water (tap and mineral water) varies greatly by location and can contain contaminants. Water 99.9% 00/00/00 LA : ALA
0 kcal
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. Water 58.6% 83/16/01 LA : ALA
149 kcal
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. Water 89.1% 89/10/01 LA : ALA
40 kcal
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. Water 0.0% 00/00/100 LA (8.8g) 12:1 (0.8g) ALA
884 kcal
Walnuts, shelled
Walnuts are the nuts that have the highest concentration of omega-3 fatty acids (linoleic acid). Walnuts help protect against cardiovascular diseases. See text. Water 4.1% 15/16/69 LA (38.1g) 4:1 (9.1g) ALA
654 kcal
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. Water 88.3% 89/09/02 LA : ALA
41 kcal
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. Water 92.3% 92/05/03 LA : ALA
22 kcal
Parsley, fresh
Fresh parsley (flat-leaf, curly-leaf or garden parsley) add flavor, vitamins and very important phytochemicals to your favorite dishes. Water 87.7% 63/29/08 LA : ALA
36 kcal
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. Water 92.2% 58/34/08 LA : ALA
23 kcal
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. Water 78.9% 87/09/04 LA : ALA
80 kcal
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. Water 4.9% 00/00/00 LA : ALA
0 kcal
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. Water 89.0% 87/10/03 LA : ALA
29 kcal
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. Water 0.0% 00/00/100 LA (18.6g) 2:1 (9.1g) ALA
884 kcal
Cashews (cashew nuts, kernels)
Cashews (cashew nuts, cashew kernels) sold at the grocery store are seldom raw. Heat is used to remove
the toxic cardol oil they contain. Water 5.2% 33/20/48 LA (7.8g) !:0 (0.1g) ALA
553 kcal
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. Water 92.2% 82/14/04 LA : ALA
31 kcal
Tomato, red, raw
Ripe red tomatoes (raw) are used both for preparing cooked and raw foods and are also processed to make tomato juice, ketchup, tomato paste, and tomato sauce. Water 94.5% 78/18/04 LA : ALA
18 kcal
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. Water 88.3% 92/06/02 LA : ALA
30 kcal
Cayenne pepper
Cayenne pepper is one of the hottest spices used in the kitchen. Along with its spicy flavor, it also has a slightly bitter taste. Water 8.0% 66/14/20 LA (7.7g) 12:1 (0.7g) ALA
318 kcal