Tag: Cruciferous vegetable

Did you know that despite its slightly acidic growing conditions, bok choy is considered an alkaline-forming food in the body with a reported digested pH level around 8.0? This makes the crisp, versatile Chinese cabbage a popular choice for those seeking to balance their diet and improve overall wellness.

In a 2014 ranking of 'powerhouse fruits and vegetables,' the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention awarded watercress a perfect nutrient-density score of 100. But beyond being the 'healthiest vegetable,' what is watercress considered by culinary and medical experts? It is a potent, semi-aquatic plant with a long history of use as both a food and a medicinal herb.

Over 40 million people visit restaurants that serve salad options in the US each day. For some, the word 'rocket' might conjure images of space travel, while for others, it’s a peppery ingredient in that very salad bowl. So, is a rocket a vegetable, or a rocket ship?

Broccoli, a familiar sight in produce aisles and home gardens, is a cruciferous vegetable belonging to the cabbage family that has been cultivated for over 2,000 years. So, what type of food is a broccoli, and what makes it such a nutritional powerhouse?

Did you know that broccoli was first grown in Italy over 2,000 years ago, according to the Government of the Northwest Territories? This popular green food is a cruciferous vegetable known for its edible flower heads, stalks, and leaves. But what does broccoli classify as from a botanical perspective, and what does this mean for your plate?

Fact: A single cup of raw kale contains only about 33 calories yet offers significant bulk and nutrients that contribute to feelings of fullness. But does kale suppress appetite effectively enough to be a key tool for weight management? It's not a magical fix, but its unique nutritional profile certainly helps.