Kale

My superstar cruciferous vegetable! Why? You guessed it, kale is great for the eyes, as it contains Lutein and Zeaxanthin.
Any other benefits: plenty!

• Optimum health in general - kale is exceptionally rich in chlorophyll, iron, calcium, vits C, K B6 and more..

• Cancer protection - its sulfur containing phytonutrients activate enzymes to detoxify the liver, clearing carcinogens

• Heart health - lowers cholesterol as it’s fibre rich nutrients help the fat pass out of the body with the bowel movement

• Supports detoxification - great to get rid of toxins from natural and environmental sources
  
  

In Chinese Medicine, kale is seen as warming; easing lung congestion (great for Corona), and helps treat stomach ulcers.

Let’s not forget Kale has oxalates and it is Goitrogenic so best eaten cooked.

I add kale to my soups but it’s best to steam it for 5 mins to maintain its nutrients.

As usual, buy organically grown kale as conventionally grown ones appear in Dirty Dozen 2019 list (see my post on Dirty Dozen and Clean 15).

Enjoy kale at least 3x week, I am sure you will be happy with the benefits.