Watercress

Description

The vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants in watercress can provide important health benefits. For example, it is rich in vitamin A—also known as retinol—which is important for keeping your retinas healthy and your vision good. Watercress is also rich in vitamin C which supports your immune system, helps you heal from injuries, and supports healthy collagen production.

In addition, watercress can provide other health benefits like:

Lower Risk of Cancer

Watercress is full of beta-carotene and other carotenoids which are known for being potent antioxidants. Like most antioxidants, carotenoids have been linked to a reduction of free radicals in the body. This leads to less oxidative stress and a lower risk of cell damage, cancer, and other chronic illnesses like arthritis.

Improve Heart Health

Eating watercress can help support the health of your heart. Antioxidants (carotenoids in particular) have been linked to lower blood pressure, lower risk of heart disease, and even a lower risk of heart attacks and strokes.

Support Bone Health

Finally, watercress is an excellent source of three minerals that are important for healthy bones: calcium, potassium, and magnesium.

Try this leafy green as a garnish, as a delicious base for salad recipes, in soups and sandwiches, and even as a healthy and delicious drink.