Molly Ringwald hasn’t had much time in the spotlight since her days as the teenage icon in the 80s. The Breakfast Club star is now a proud mother of twins (son Roman and daughter Adele). When asked about how she lost the weight, Ringwald says, “I try to make sure that I eat something green.” In addition, she eats fewer sweets and starch and takes in more protein and vegetables.

Green leafy vegetables pack quite the nutritional punch! It has loads of vitamins, minerals, flavonoids, and phytonutrients. The benefits are numerous – it protects against cell damage, regulates inflammation and blood clotting, and helps prevent diseases. It is also a good source of Vitamin K. This vitamin helps keep your bones strong. All this is a low-calorie package.

Greens are also beneficial if you want to control your blood sugar. There is little carbohydrate content in greens. Instead, it contains fiber that helps regulate blood sugar, and makes you feel fuller. It also helps in the digestive process.

The color of the greens is important. Make sure to select leaves with a vibrant color. The darker green vegetables typically have more nutrients in them. If the leaves are yellowish in color, this is a sign of age that may affect the taste.

There are many greens to choose from. Kale is a good example. It is a type of cabbage that can be an excellent addition to salads. It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects along with its high vitamin K content. Broccoli is also from the cabbage family. You see parents everywhere encouraging their kids to ear broccoli, and for good reason! It has many of the health benefits listed above.

Folate is a vitamin found in many leafy greens such as spinach and romaine lettuce. It is essential for producing and maintaining new cells. It is also used to produce red blood cells. For these reasons, growing children can especially benefit from eating these green rich in folate.