Why Kale is So Good for You

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Why Kale is So Good for You

Is Kale really the “new beef”? In addition, it is all being called a “nutritional powerhouse”, the “queen of green” and the “new green choice”. With all of the nicknames, their has to be something to this leafy green vegetable.

Kale has dark green leaves similar to spinach, but packs more nutrition per serving than Popeye’s favorite veggie. It also offers a number of amazing benefits including fighting heart disease, assists in muscle function, improving bone health, aiding in digestion and strengthening hair and improving skin.

What is Kale

Kale is a leafy green vegetable that is a member of the Brassica family. This is the same group of vegetables that includes Brussels sprouts and cabbage. It has uniquely ruffled leaves and usually deep green in color.

Kale is grown in almost any part of the United States that offers a cool fall growing season. Although is it usually available almost year round in the produce section of your local grocery store, it is harvested during the colder months of the year. Best of all it is very easy to grow and you only need to place the places about 12 inches part. Even if you don’t have a green thumb, you can probably plant a some plants in your backyard or in a container on your deck so you’ll enjoy benefits of this leafy green veggie grown right on your own property.

What are the Health Benefits of Kale?

Naturally Fights Heart Disease 

Kale is a natural source of potassium. The naturally occurring mineral of potassium helps your heart to pump blood through your body. Also, the combination of a diet rich in potassium while reducing sodium helps to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Assists with Muscle Function and Carrying Oxygen

Compared to beef, per calorie consumption of kale delivers more iron per serving than beef, thus the nickname the “new beef”. One serving delivers 6% daily recommended value of iron. Iron is essential for healthy muscle function. In addition, its vital for the creation of hemoglobin. This is the principal carrier of vital oxygen for the body. In addition, irons helps to transfer oxygen between cells, which it critical for every single cell of your body. So you don’t have to wonder, why kale is so good for you.

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Improves Bone Health

A simple cup of kale delivers 550 micrograms of vitamin K. This is a whopping 675% of the daily recommended value. Vitamin K is not only important for overall good health, but it also is vital for the formation of Gla proteins. This allows calcium to bind to the bone matrix. Gla proteins are the key components of soft tissue that binds calcium. In addition to bone health, vitamin K is also vital for calcium metabolism and is required to fully active the entire binding process.

 

Aids in Digestion

One cup of kale is high in water content and delivers 5 grams of fiber. This is 20% of the daily recommended daily allowance. This combination helps to prevent constipation and promotes regular bowel and an overall healthy digestive tract health.

Aids in Healthy Hair and Skin

The presence of Vitamin A in kale helps to promote healthy skin and hair. This naturally occurring nutrient is required for sebum production. Sebum helps to keep your hair and skin moist and lubricated. It is also vital building block for all body tissues, including your health and skin.

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Sandy J Duncan
Sandy Duncan is completing her Doctorate in Integrative Medicine, a health and wellness coach, Certified Neurofeedback specialist and author of AllNaturalHealthReviews.org. Read honest reviews on current health and wellness products as well as register for FREE giveaways.