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Vegetables play an important role in the balanced diet by providing not only energy, but also by supplying vital protective nutrients like minerals, antioxidants, and vitamins. Consumption in sufficient quantity provides all required essential nutrients and a fair amount of fibres. Vegetables also play an important role in neutralizing the acids produced during digestion of proteins and fatty foods, and thus promote digestion and also prevent constipation. Apart from providing nutrition, vegetables provide protect