Cailan

Description

Cai-lan is nutrient dense and contains a variety of healthy nutrients including vitamin A and C. These nutrients act as antioxidants that can protect your body against oxidative damage, may help to boost the immune system and reduce risk for certain cancers. It has a high fiber content that can prevent constipation and promote good bowel health. Cailan is also a good source of folate needed for the body to form red blood cells.

Potassium in fruits and vegetables, including cai-lan, may reduce one’s risk of high blood pressure. Potassium, together with vitamin K, magnesium and calcium found in cai-lan, can promote healthy bones.

The healthiest ways to eat cailan include steamed, sauteed, boiled in soups, braised or raw. Cooking cai-lan with healthy oils (such as canola oil, olive oil, peanut oil) can help in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamin A. However, avoid over-cooking cai-lan which may reduce the availability of vitamin C and overall nutritional quality.