Evidence shows that vegetables are good for the health. In particular, vegetables can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer and being overweight. It is currently recommended to eat more vegetables. Many vegetables have very low amounts of energy in them. Cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower and onions for example are low in total energy. Such vegetables are difficult to overeat although too much of any food can produce problems as not only would a lack of certain essential nutrients occur, too many of a particular phytochemical may cause imbalances in cellular biochemistry. However, generally in a typical mixed diet such vegetables are not likely to cause a problem if eaten liberally. Root vegetables such as potatoes, carrots and parsnips and pulses such as beans and peas may be more problematic because they are much higher in energy. Although unlikely to cause a problem if eaten as part of a high quality diet, intakes should still be balanced such that energy intake is not disproportionately raised.
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