People on plant-based diets around the world share the benefits ofeating so many vegetables and fruits.

According toMindbodygreen, polyphenols naturally occur whenever a plant finds itself under attack or stress.

“We ingest [the plants], and then our own microbes break [them] down.

Plant leaves

It’s almost like a sealed package,” Dr. Mayer reveals.

Add them into your cooking andwarm beveragesto get the nutrients you need.

As for seeds, opt for chia!

Woman picking produce

Of course, green tea as well as other types offer these benefits as well.