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Reviewed By Ray Spotts Watermelon - The high liquid content of watermelon, along with the natural sugars and fiber, make it the perfect snack. Onions  - Primarily used for seasoning, onions are high in vitamin C, fiber, folate, and vitamin B-6. Lettuce  - Looking at the light green color of most lettuce would generally lead one to believe that it doesn't have the nutrients of other vegetables, but this is not the case.

Reviewed By Ray Spotts Among all nutraceuticals (foods with medicinal properties) oatmeal and oat bran are the most potent. Packed with soluble fiber, they create a gel-like substance in the digestive system that bonds with cholesterol molecules and prevents them from entering the blood stream. Harvard University conducted a study that analyzed over 60 trials and found that even small amounts of soluble fiber added to a daily diet could reduce cholesterol by 5 points. Other good sources besides oats are kidney beans, apples, and pears.