What food is high in antioxidants, potassium, vitamin C and folic acid? Why, that would be the artichoke, which often gets little veggie respect. But not only is the artichoke rife with healthy nutrients, it's also high in fiber, which helps fill you up and can lead to weight loss.
One boiled or steamed artichoke has only 150 calories and more than 10 grams of protein. Though some find the artichoke's taste a little bland, you can spice it up by using hummus or yogurt as a dipping sauce, or add artichoke to pasta or stir-fry.
Though artichokes are available year round, we're nearing the end of their prime growing season, which usually runs from March through May. So hurry up and try this surprising weight-loss food now!
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