The White Stuff

Sure, we all know that dark, leafy, vegetables are really great for us.  They have all sorts of nutritional value, but it turns out that less colorful fruits and vegetables can be heavy-hitters too.  A recent Dutch study revealed that people who ate the most white-fleshed fruits and veggies--roughly two to four servings a day--were 52 percent less likely to suffer a stroke than those who consumed the least.  Researchers believe pale produce's fiber and flavonol antioxidants, such as quercetin, may help keep cholesterol and blood pressure levels in check.  To whiten up your plate, snack on apples and pears.  Add cauliflower to stir-fries, and slice cucumbers into salads.