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Swiss Chard
Score: 1/10Anti-Inflammatory
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Swiss chard is a colorful leafy green packed with vitamins, minerals, and betalain pigments with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Benefits
- Betalain pigments have unique anti-inflammatory effects
- Extremely nutrient-dense — vitamins A, C, K
- Good source of magnesium and potassium
- Very low in calories
- Supports blood sugar regulation
Concerns
- High in oxalates — caution for kidney stones
- Can accumulate heavy metals from soil
Key Nutrients
BetalainsVitamin KVitamin AVitamin CMagnesiumIron
Serving Size
1 cup (36g) raw
Tips
Cooking reduces oxalate content. Sauté with garlic and olive oil for a quick anti-inflammatory side dish. Use rainbow chard for the most betalain diversity.
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