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5 Health Boosting Seasonal Vegetables

2016-10-17 ShanghaiWOWeng



Feeling sleepy recently? You’re probably not alone. October brings with it temperature changes, several blasts of new allergens, and some tiring 6 and 7 day work weeks for most of us in Shanghai. Don’t succumb to junk food and desk naps, seasonal vegetables will naturally boost your immunity system, and get your body and mind ready for winter.  

PUMPKIN AND SWEET POTATO




Pumpkin and sweet potato are full of fiber and vitamin A.  Vitamin A helps regulate the immune system and protects from infections by keeping skin and tissues in the mouth, stomach, intestines and respiratory system healthy. Increasing fiber helps prevent constipation and control blood sugar. Pumpkin and sweet potato also have a healthy dose of vitamin C which protects against infection by stimulating the formation of antibodies and boosting immunity. 


GARLIC




The potency of garlic has been acknowledged for more than 500 years and may stimulate immune function. Garlic can help reduce inflammation and is high in manganese which keeps our bones and nervous system healthy. Garlic's rich photochemical content delivers its potential cholesterol-lowering and cancer-fighting characteristics.


GINGER




Ginger is botanically considered a vegetable, but is often used as a spice in the culinary world. It has been used to treat a wide range of health ailments, from the common cold and digestive problems to vertigo. Ginger is rich in antioxidants such as 6-gingerol, believed to be responsible for reducing nausea and symptoms of vertigo. Ginger root also contains vitamin C, magnesium, and potassium. 


CRUCIFEROUS VEGETABLES: CAULIFLOWER, BROCOLLI

AND BRUSSEL SPROUTS




While these vegetables are unique in color, shape, and size they are all considered cruciferous vegetables. Cruciferous vegetables are known for their anti-inflammatory and cancer fighting phytonutrients. Most cruciferous vegetables are rich in minerals such as folate. Folate helps prevents birth defects and is known to influence immune response. This group of veggies is also rich in fiber and low in calories, a combination that will help you feel full and satisfied without overeating.


… and here is where to find these vegetables in Shanghai !


SAUCEPAN



 

What better way to enjoy lunch than a super-green teriyaki salmon power bowl with quinoa and crunchy blanched vegetable, including green asparagus, broccoli, edamame and brussels sprouts. 


Dish: Teryaki Sumurai

Price: 62.00 RMB 

To order: http://saucepan.co/menus/

Phone: +86 21 5218 2175 


 

Deliciously roasted butternut squash blended to a chunky pumpkin soup with exciting flavors including ginger, lemon grass and sage. Simply topped with soy pumpkin seeds, coriander and a splash of Extra Virgin olive oil.


Dish:  Roasted PUMPKIN SOUP at Saucepan

Price: 38 RMB

To order: http://saucepan.co/menus/

Phone: +86 21 5218 2175 


HAPPY BUDDHA




Two sweet potatos, black bean and brown rice patties seasoned to perfection and topped with slices of fresh avocado. Slathered with house-made BBQ sauce, served on a toasted bun and topped with fresh tomato slices and crisp lettuce, and it comes with a side of sweet potato chips. Only available on Two for One Burger Monday at Happy Buddha's new location at the second floor of 388 Shaanxi Nan Lu. 


Dish: The Double Down Sweet Potato BBQ Burger 

Price: 58 RMB

Phone: +86 21 5436 6083

Address: 388 Shaanxi Nan Lu, near Fuxing Zhong Lu 


GINGER




A sous-vide marinated chicken breast served with a Hainan-inspired ginger and green chive sauce. Served with stir-fried seasonal vegetables and whole grains.


Dish: Hainan-Style NPG Chicken Breast at Sprout Lifestyle  

Price: 52rmb

Phone: +86 152 0194 1357

Address: 388 Shaanxi Nan Lu, near Fuxing Zhong Lu 


SPROUTWORKS 


Sproutworks offer scoops deal, do you remember it? You can compose your plate by picking your favorite dish. Pricing for their healthy sides are 30RMB for 2 scoops, 50RMB for4 scoops and 70RMB for 6 scoops.



 Cauliflower: Roasted Cauliflower with Mint and Feta Cheese Sproutworks 


One of Sproutworks’ favorite. Slightly spicy, organic cauliflower and chili balances out the mint and feta. Yum!



Brussels Sprout: Shredded Sprout with anchovies 


Brussel Sprouts shredded and combined with toasted hazelnuts, lemon, parmesan cheese & anchovies, this dish riffs off of a savory Caesar salad with a special Sproutworks twist


Address: 185 Madang Lu, 100 Zunyi Road , 301 Huashan Road, 168 Lujiazui Xi Road, 84 Taixing Road

Phone: +86 21 6339 0586 /0598/5966/8109/0677


WHEAT


Wheat is also working with a “compose your own” system. This is an opportunity to combine several seasonable vegetables in one dish! WHEAT wants to help you achieve a lifestyle by providing cosmopolitan healthy eating all year round, so where is our selection!


 
Cauliflower +  Pumpkin: Half Teriyaki Chicken 


Roasted low fat Chicken doused with Home-Made Teriyaki Sauce, served with roasted paprika pumpkin and delicious low-carb cauliflower rice 

Price: 109 RMB



Sweet potato Grass- Fed Argentinean Strip Loin Pork 


200 g Pork Strip Loin served with roasted sweet potato, tomatoes & glazed carrots

Price: 149 RMB


Address: 380 Dagu Lu, near Chengdu Bei Lu

Phone:  +86 21 633 11798



 

Contributing Author:
Jessica Woodruff, MPH is a US nutritionist and is the current Chief Representative and blogger at Eat Well Shanghai. Jessica has a Master of Public Health (MPH) from Oakland University, MI and a BA in Nutrition and Food Science from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI. 


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