Top 10 Most Nutrient-Dense Foods
Here we count down the top 10 powerhouse foods based on nutrient density. A list of all the powerhouse foods can be found in the journal Preventing Chronic Disease. For a summary of the findings, click here.
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10. Collard Greens
Of all the cruciferous vegetables, collard greens may be the best at lowering bad cholesterol; this cancer-fighting vegetable is loaded with over 800% of your daily vitamin K.
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9. Romaine Lettuce
Low in calories and high in dietary fiber, romaine lettuce is also an excellent source of Vitamins A, K, and folate.
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8. Parsley
Known as a digestive aid and breath freshener, parsley is very high in vitamins K, C, and A.
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7. Leaf lettuce
Lettuce whose leaves grow as a single loose stalk rather than a tight ball, leaf lettuce is an excellent source of vitamin A, potassium, and fiber.
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6. Chicory
Chicory is known for its ability to help people with liver problems, regulate blood sugar levels, and help support digestion.
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5. Spinach
Long heralded as a superfood, spinach is high in magnesium, iron, folate, and vitamins A, B2, C, and K.
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4. Beet greens
These are the stalks of the beet root and are higher in nutritional value than the beet itself.
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3. Chard
Chard is a unique blood-sugar regulator and high in vitamins K and A.
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2. Chinese cabbage
High in folic acid, vitamin A and potassium, chinese cabbage is known for its anti-inflammatory properties.
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1. Watercress
An aquatic plant with a solid reputation as a healing herb, watercress contains more iron than spinach, more calcium than milk, and more vitamin C than an orange.