Benefits of kale for health. Photo Illustration: pixabay
jpnn.com, JAKARTA – Actress and social activist Cathy Sharon So far, he has been diligent in consuming kale both in the form of juice and food.
No wonder, her skin looks healthy, beautiful, and shiny.
Cathy claimed to feel many health benefits by consuming kale.
“Skin is more supple and fresh because kale contains phytonutrients that are good for skin health,” said Cathy in a statement received in Jakarta, Saturday (17/7).
Kale is known to be rich in fiber nutrients, antioxidants, calcium, vitamins C and K, iron, and various other nutrients that can help prevent various health problems. In fact, kale is one of the best sources of vitamin C in the world.
A cup of raw kale contains more vitamin C than a whole orange.
In addition, kale also contains very low calories, making it one of the most nutrient -dense foods ever.
Kale is also high in antioxidants such as Quercetin and Kaempferol, including beta-carotene, as well as various flavonoids and polyphenols.
A study published by the National Center of Biotechnology Information at the National Library of Medicine found that drinking kale juice every day for 12 weeks can increase HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol) by 27 percent and lower LDL (bad cholesterol) levels by 10 percent, and increase cholesterol levels. antioxidant status.
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