The power of the Watercress

Watercress are considered a powerful food for a long time, which dates back to the time of the Pharaohs. And they still have the same advantages.

Watercress are vegetables with great benefits for your health and that should be included in your diets.

Very versatile, they can be used to make salads, to make juices, soups and even cakes.

Its list of nutrients includes therapeutic properties that are used in respiratory or urinary tract problems by alternative medicine, and applied topically to relieve minor wounds and chilblains.

Commonly used raw, this vegetable has a glorious shade of green and very characteristic flavor.

Superfood

Watercress is already part of the superfoods list. It’s actually at the top of the list in the ANDI rating system, which measures the vitamins, minerals and Phytonutrients from a food for its caloric value. Researchers at the William Patterson University, drew up a new list of 41 most powerful vegetables and fruits, in this classification watercress came first.

Cruciferous vegetable

Watercress belongs to the family of cruciferous vegetables, usually associated as one of the best cancer fighters.

Rich in antioxidants

Vitamin C and A, are present in generous doses in watercress. This means that being rich in both vitamins makes it the starting line for help fighting inflammation, free radicals and various bacteria.

Digestion

Rich in chlorophyll, watercress also contain large amounts of digestive enzymes that aid this process, but in order for these reactions to occur it is necessary that this vegetable is eaten raw.

Calcium

Very rich in calcium, the inclusion of watercress on your table results in stronger teeth and bones, and can help prevent osteoporosis.