Arugula Nutrients: Vitamins C, A, K, folic acid, Minerals: calcium, manganese, magnesium, potassium, zinc, riboflavin, copper and rich in iron.
Arugula also known as rocket/roquette greens or salad. Arugula's origin is an herb of the Mediterranean and related to the family brassicaceae such as mustard greens, cauliflower, kale. Arugula considered as one of the most useful and healthiest natural super foods, researches have proved that arugula improves the blood quality and have positive effects on anemia and liver function. Arugula is highly alkaline and is a great source of beta-carotene, which is great for skin (including acne). Because of the high sulfur content, arugula is an excellent internal skin cleanser.
The DIM (di-indolyl-methane), a lipid soluble metabolite has an immune modulator, anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties. Arugula is a rich source of certain phytochemicals such as indoles, thiocyanates, sulforaphane and iso thiocyanates. Together these have been found to counter carcinogenic effects of estrogen and thus help benefit against prostate, breast, cervical, colon, ovarian cancers by virtue of their cancer cell growth inhibition, cytotoxic effects on cancer cells.
Toss arugula leaves in with any salad or leafy lettuces of your choice for an added punch of nutrients and minerals. Not only for they're health benefits but they give off a great lemony peppery aromatic flavor. Arugula is used a lot in italian cuisine and can easily be added into any pasta or sauteed with garlic for a great leafy side.
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ReplyDeleteReally like Arugula, clearly i need to have more of it. Thanks :-)
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