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Pinakbet Mix

An indigenous Filipino dish made from mixed vegetables.

Ingredients:

Tomatoes
Maintain healthy blood pressure, and reduce blood glucose in people with diabetes.
Tomatoes contain key carotenoids such as lutein and lycopene. These can protect the eye against light-induced damage.
Scientific name: Solanum lycopersicum

Onion
Contain antioxidants and compounds that fight inflammation, decrease triglycerides and reduce cholesterol levels.
Scientific name: Allium cepa

Bitter Gourd
Rich in vitamin C, an important micronutrient involved in disease prevention, bone formation, and wound healing.
Scientific name: Momordica charantia

Squash
High in vitamins A, B6, and C, folate, magnesium, fiber, riboflavin, phosphorus, and potassium.
That's a serious nutritional power-packed veggie. Yellow squash is also rich in manganese.
Scientific name:Cucurbita maxima

Green Beans
High in both protein and fiber but low in calories. Protein and fiber are two of the most significant nutrients for weight loss.
Scientific name: Phaseolus vulgaris

Eggplant
Antioxidants like vitamins A and C, which help protect your cells against damage. It's also high in natural plant chemicals
called polyphenols, which may help cells do a better job of processing sugar if you have diabetes.
Scientific name: Solanum melongena

Lady Finger
Rich in vitamins A and C, as well as antioxidants that help reduce the risk of serious
health conditions like cancer, diabetes, stroke, and heart disease.
Scientific name: Abelmoschus esculentus

Water Spinach
It is able to reduce blood pressure, gives immunity to cancer, improve vision,
boost immunity and treat skin diseases.
Scientific name: Ipomoea aquatic

Banana or finger chili peppers


There's no harm in eating green chilies as long as you eat them moderation. There are many
benefits of eating chili, so it's good that it is a part of your diet.
Scientific name: Capsicum annuum L.

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