These are not only wonderful tasting, they can prevent and heal ulcers of the stomach. Go for the green! Powder made from unripe plantains helps best with ulcers. Fiber from unripe plantains is great for high cholesterol. Just remember, unripe plantains are best, especially the large ones. 

Artichoke is best used to lower blood cholesterol. In addition to this it is good as a diuretic, lower blood sugar and aid in digestion.