Watercress is considered one of the healthiest vegetables on the planet because it contains a large amount of iron and vitamin C.
It provides more iron than spinach and more vitamin C than lemons and oranges, making it a highly nutritious addition to a balanced diet.
Here are some of the main health benefits of this plant:
Helps fight acidic stress in the body
Provides strong antioxidant effects
Helps cleanse the blood
Supports cell regeneration
Promotes a healthy appetite
Helps remove toxins from the body
Many nutritionists recommend consuming this super-healthy vegetable in the form of fresh juice, but not in its pure form. Drinking pure juice may cause irritation or inflammation in the throat and stomach. For this reason, it is recommended to dilute the juice with water in a 1:5 ratio (one part juice and five parts water).
It is also important not to drink watercress juice every day. Experts suggest consuming it every other day instead.
Watercress juice can also be used topically for skin care. It may help treat various skin conditions, including skin imperfections, age spots, and hair loss. The juice can be applied directly to problem areas or used as a compress made from crushed watercress leaves. Such compresses may help reduce the appearance of sun spots.
Several studies have suggested that watercress extract may slow the development of cancer and the spread of metastases. Other research indicates that watercress may reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases and help prevent breast cancer.
Watercress is also often recommended for heavy smokers, as it may help reduce some of the negative effects associated with smoking.
