Do you know what watercress is? If you haven't already, then it's high time you put it on your menu, because experts say it's the healthiest vegetable.
Watercress, this delicious micro-vegetable, deserves a very special place in your diet, as co-researchers have proven after decades of research that it the healthiest vegetable.
It is in 2014 Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) launched an initiative to pinpoint foods that science has linked to a lower risk of developing chronic disease. CDC research focused on identifying which foods have the most health benefits. According to their calorie content. They focused on 17 vital nutrients including vitamins C, D, E and K and essential minerals such as calcium and potassium.
Watercress, a microgreen from the cruciferous family, topped the list. Watercress is rich in essential vitamins, minerals and powerful antioxidants. It offers more nutrients per calorie than most foods. This means that with every bite of watercress, you will receive a huge amount of health benefits. Second and third place was taken by Chinese cabbage and cabbage.
Cleveland Clinic nutritionist Julia Zumpano is in favor Reader's Digest said: "The study documents the incredible benefits of cress. Researchers are studying its potential in reducing carcinogens in the body."
Recent research has shown that watercress can improve bone health. In addition, it also reduces DNA damage and reduces the risk of developing cancer. This microvegetable is full of antioxidants, which means that watercress also helps fight oxidative stress, which plays a role in aging and various chronic diseases.
