How foods resemble the body parts they support

Written by: Mantasha Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra

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Carrots Resemble Eyes

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Walnuts Resemble Brains

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Tomatoes Resemble the Heart

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Celery Resembles Bones

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Sweet Potatoes Resemble the Pancreas

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Ginger Resembles the Stomach

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Avocados Resemble the Uterus

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