8 Bizarre Looking Veggies That Are Good For You

by DailyHealthPost Editorial

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Shopping for fresh produce at the farmer’s market is always an exciting experience.

Aside from getting the best, most fresh, and nutrient-packed ingredients for your family meals, the farmer’s market offers a number of less common vegetables that you might not see in the grocery store.

Here are eight of the most bizarre looking veggies you might find and their nutrition-packed health benefits.

Don’t judge them before you try them!

1. Purple Potatoes

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Purple potatoes might look abnormal, but they are almost exactly the same nutritionally as red new potatoes.

The vibrant purple inside can make an awesome addition to the color of a meal. Research also shows that new potatoes and purple potatoes are a significant source of antioxidants[1].

Not only do they look interesting and add flair to a meal, they can also help you fight off disease and sickness.

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