Kale Benefits

A single cup of raw kale provides 70% of the recommended daily value of vitamin K1, which is crucial for healthy blood clotting.

It’s high levels of chlorophyl support eye health, bone health and detoxification. It reduces inflammation, promotes heart health, manages blood sugar levels and is anti-cancer due to compounds such as sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinol, which prevent DNA damage and help block cancer cell growth at the molecular level. It’s linked to reducing the risk of colon, breast and prostate cancers.

Traditionally it has been used medicinally for lowering cholesterol, regulating blood pressure, gut inflammation, enhancement of gut microbiome diversity, macular degeneration, improved bone density, cataracts, weight management, detoxification, immune function, heart health.

Cautions…… Raw kale contains goitrogens, which can interfere with thyroid function in high amounts.

Kale contains oxalates, which may be problematic for those prone to certain types of kidney stones, if consumed in large amounts.

For maximum benefit, incorporating raw or lightly cooked kale into your diet.

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