Easily available, these will give you more health benefits than you can imagine.
TOMATOES
This Mediterranean diet's secret weapon is a source of vitamins C and E, is rich in potassium, and contains lycopene, which has disease-fighting antioxidants. It is best to cook the tomatoes with olive oil and before other ingredients. Tomatoes protect you against heart disease and lowers your risk of strokes, so continue whipping up afritada and caldereta, as well as marinara and pomodoro pasta sauces.
GARLIC
One of the most common ingredients in Pinoy cooking, garlic is also one of the oldest foods in the world. When garlic is crushed or chopped, a chemical called allicin is released. This encourages the elimination of cholesterol from the body, which is good for us Filipinos-- we love garlic and we use it for a lot of our dishes.
ORANGES
Oranges are a source of vitamin C, beta carotene, folic acid, fiber, and 60 flavonoids that strengthen capillary walls. Best eaten fresh and raw. Fresh OJ is beneficial for heart disease, high blood pressure, and fluid retention. Its peelings can lower bad cholesterol levels.