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Dietician Sheela Sherawat

Kale a cabbage with exceptional virtues and health

The kale (pronounced "kayle") is an ancient variety of wild cabbage. It has curly and fibrous leaves that can measure several centimeters.

Good for eye health it is one of the richest vegetables in lutein and zeaxanthin, two anti-antioxidants belonging to the family of carotenoids says Dietician Sheela Seharawat the mentor at Diet Clinic. Kale is rich in flavonoids (including quercetin) that have antioxidant properties and protect the immune system.

Very rich in vitamin K, half a cup of kale brings 6 times the recommended daily intake according to experts at Weight Loss Clinic. This vitamin, which plays an important role in blood clotting, is essential to our body.