The cells are specially made to pump without a rest: abundant mitochondria and myoglobins help the cells to breathe, and coronary arteries bring lots of blood to feed the cells themselves (veins carry off the cells' digested waste) â unless, of course, the arteries are blocked and then the cells can die!
Flax is full of fibre and is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Carrots alone won't make you go to the bathroom. Full of fibre, raw carrots that are part of a healthy fibre-filled diet can improve your stool movement. Remember, eat them raw. Cooked carrots can lead to constipation. Beans, beans, the musical fruit.
6. This root vegetable has dozens of anti-cancer nutrients like vitamin A, C and manganese. They're also a good source of fiber and iron, so not only do they give you energy, they can also help regulate your digestive system. How to eat them: Sweet Potato Soup.