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Special Precautions of Arugula
The benefits of Arugula are
- Like many leafy greens, arugula is a high-fiber, nutrient-dense food.
- It is an excellent source of B vitamins (especially folate), and antioxidant vitamins A and C, and also contains trace minerals including magnesium, iron, calcium, and copper.
- Arugula is also an excellent source of vitamin K, which helps the body absorb calcium, protects against Alzheimer’s disease , and helps maintain cardiovascular and bone health.
- Like other cruciferous vegetables, arugula is high in cancer-preventing (and cancer-fighting!) phytochemicals. Research suggests that cruciferous vegetables are especially useful for warding off prostate , breast , cervical , colon and ovarian cancers.
- Arugula is high in chlorophyll, a substance that may help protect against liver and DNA damage related to aflatoxin exposure (e.g. from moldy grains and legumes).
- Detox : Arugula is a type of cruciferous vegetable (like broccoli, kale, and watercress) that contain a number of compounds that aid in detoxification.
