Watercress is a dark leafy green that has been relegated to a garnish for many years. However, it is loaded with nutrients and has been making a comeback. It’s from the same family of vegetables as kale, arugula, broccoli, etc., the cruciferous or brassica family. Like arugula, it has a peppery flavor.

Megan Ware RDN LD, writing at MedicalNewsToday, says …

Watercress was widely available until the 19th century …

As more varieties of salad leaves were cultivated over the next 100 years, watercress became known as a poor man’s food and was eventually shoved off our plates. Its newfound popularity is partly due to its high ANDI score (Aggregate Nutrient Density Index). The ANDI score measures vitamin, mineral and phytonutrient content in relation to caloric content.

To earn high rank, a food must provide a high amount of nutrients for a small amount of calories. Watercress received the highest rank possible. If you are looking for food to eat to improve your health and shrink your waistline, look no further than watercress.

 

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