Finding the Most Essential Vegetable for Your Optimal Health
                                
                                
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                                The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention once ranked watercress as the most nutrient-dense vegetable with a perfect score of 100. However, identifying a single most essential vegetable is a complex task, as a healthy diet relies on variety to provide a full spectrum of nutrients.