Understanding the Benefits of Eating Fern Leaves
                                
                                
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                                According to research published by the National Institutes of Health, fiddlehead ferns often have a higher antioxidant capacity than common vegetables like spinach. These tightly coiled shoots, and other edible varieties, showcase the surprising benefits of eating fern leaves.