Kale is a member of the cruciferous family of vegetables and has recently become a very popular food due to its considerable health benefits. Here’s a list of just a few of the reasons why you should be adding kale into your Wellness Based Lifestyle nutrition program:
- 1 cup of Kale has 20% of the Recommended Daily Allowance of fiber. Fiber is extremely important in digestive health and in regulating blood sugar levels (both are important in maintaining a healthy body weight)
- Kale can help to reduce the risk of stomach cancer
- Kale has a high concentration of 2 powerful antioxidants (Carotenoids and Flavinoids) that help to prevent and repair the damage of free radicals and can help reduce the risk of cancer.
- Kale is high in Vitamins A, C and K. Vitamin K helps to reduce inflammation in the body which is linked to many diseases in the body including cancer and arthritis. Vitamin K can also prevent atherosclerosis which is linked to cardiovascular disease and stroke.
- Kale is low in calories and fat-free, therefore making it a great food to include in weight loss program. Being that kale is high in fiber, it also helps you stay fuller for longer periods, thereby reducing the temptations to overeat.
- Kale is high in iron. Iron is important in liver functioning and in the production of healthy cells.
- Kale can help to lower LDL cholesterol levels (the bad type).
- Per calorie, Kale is higher in calcium than milk.
As the popular bumper sticker here in The Hub City says: “Eat More Kale!”
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