b'introductionNutritional ContentAPPLESa rich source of Magnesium, Manganese, Copper, Calcium, Iron, Potassium, Quercetin, Vitamin A and Vitamin C. Apples contain dietary fiber, which help in reducing bad cholesterol levels. Apples protect the lungs against pollution and smoke. Apples cleanse the liver and help relieve indigestion.Apples are high in quercetin which is good for al-lergies. The nutritional value of the apple makes it useful for digestion, stomach disorders, anemia, weakness, dental care, heart disease, rheumatism, eye disorders, cancer, gout, and skin care. AVOCADOSa rich source of Vitamin K, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Folate, Vitamin B6, Biotin, Vitamin C, Magnesium, Potassium, Copper, Manganese.Avocados are a great source of oleic acid, the monoun-saturated fat that protects against cancers and nour-ishes the skin from the inside out. Avocados are a great source of fiber which lowers cholesterol, and are high in lecithin, which makes it a brain food. Lecithin is in the lining of cells so it protects cells and improves attention and mood. The nutritional value of avocado makes it good for hair care, heart health and skin care, while fighting indiges-tion, psoriasis and bad breath. BANANASa rich source of Potassium, Magnesium, and Folic acid. Bananas have a high potassium content, are great for weak digestive states diarrhea, stomach upset/ flubecause bananas are easy to digest. Bananas are a very cooling fruit and should be avoided during colds. PAPAYASA rich source of Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Folic Acid, Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium. Papayas are high in papain, a digestive enzyme, highest in unripe papayas and their seeds. When eaten alone, papayas help decrease mucous and inflammation. BEETSA rich source of Vitamin C, Folate, Betaine, Potassium, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus and Copper. Beets are a natural cleanser that removes toxins from the body and nourishes the blood stream. Beets are useful in the treatment of liver-related THE PACIFIC QUEST COOKBOOK7'