Watercress belongs to the family of leafy vegetables, it is considered one of the most important and most important vegetables for Man, because it contains a very large amount of vitamins, minerals and acids, which prevent diseases, treat a lot of health problems, it should also be noted that moderate intake of watercress helps to lose excess weight, accumulated fat in the body.
Benefits of arugula for arugula:
- Help watercress weight loss, get rid of excess fat in the body, as it maintains constant blood sugar.
- It contains antioxidant acids that help expel toxins from the body.
- Increases the feeling of satiety quickly.
- Helps to easily digest food.
- Benefits of watercress for general health:
- It prevents some types of cancer such as lung, colon, breast and prostate cancer.
- Watercress contains vitamin A that treats eye diseases, vision problems.
- Treats low blood pressure problems.
- Helps to speed wound healing.
- Eliminates inflammation.
- Cleanses the blood of toxins.
- Works to strengthen bones.
- Strengthens the heart and protects against vascular and arterial diseases.
- Provide the body with energy.
- Prevents strokes.
- Treats colds and flu.
- Improves mood, eliminates depression and mood changes.
Ways to eat arugula:
- Arugula can be eaten in more ways than one:
- Add it to vegetable salad.
- To sandwiches and sandwiches.
- You can prepare a dish of watercress and decision slices.
- Mix with bee honey and water and beat in an electric blender, turning into a drink that supplies the body with energy and cleanses it of toxins.
Side effects of arugula and contraindications:
There are no side effects of arugula if consumed in normal and moderate amounts, but its increased use and excessive intake may have some long-term damage, and there are some cases where it is not preferable to eat arugula without consulting a doctor:
- Pregnancy and lactation.
- Infection with stomach ulcers.
- If you suffer from diseases and kidney stones.
- Not recommended for at least 4 years of eating large quantities of watercress, or use it as a medicine to treat some health problems.