This vegetable is officially declared the healthiest in the world | The Times of India (2024)

Due to its medicinal properties, this vegetable has been placed above all the vegetables in its ranking and is being called a superfood. It is believed that this vegetable can cure many diseases and helps in quick recovery. According to American food firm B&W, this vegetable is fed to athletes all over the world to heal injuries caused by exercise. Due to this, the damage caused to the muscles in heavy exercise is easily cured.

As per the CDC vegetable rankings, watercress scored 100 out of 100 points and beat Swiss chard (89.27 points), beetroot (87.08 points) and even spinach (86.43 points).

According to the CDC, watercress is the most nutrient-rich vegetable on earth. Because high-level amino acid is found in it, it helps in digesting proteins and producing neurotransmitters. With very few calories per serving, watercress offers a remarkable amount of nutrients that can boost overall health and well-being. It is also an antioxidant. Those who consume it 2 hours before exercise, they do not have muscle pain. It contains a large amount of iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium and vitamin K, which prevents damage to brain cells.

Watercress offers a versatile culinary experience and commonly used in salads. Its crisp texture and zesty taste add depth to mixed greens. It can also be used in sandwiches as it pairs well with various fillings and adds a tangy taste to the sandwich. As a garnish, its lively appearance enhances plating.