Swiss Chard
Swiss Chard (beta vulgaris) aka: silver chard, silver beet, seakale beet, and leaf beat, is a dark leafy green vegetable with a bright colored stem that can be red, yellow, or orange.
Health benefits of Swiss Chard
- Increased Protection from Bacterial and Viral Infections
- Increased Immune Function
- Reduced Cancer Risk
- Reduced Risk of Colon Cancer
- Protection Against Heart Disease
- Regulation of Blood Sugar and Insulin Dependence
- Slowing the progression of AIDS
- Slowing Aging
- DNA Repair and Protection
- Protection Against Dementia
- Alleviation of Cardiovascular Disease
- Alleviation of Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Promoted Eye Health
- Alzheimer's Protection
- Osteoporosis Protection
- Stroke Prevention
- Reduced Risk of Type II Diabetes
- Reduced Frequency of Migraine Headaches
- Alleviation of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Antioxidant Protection
- Prevention of Epileptic Seizures
- Alleviation of the Common Cold
- Prevention of Alopecia (Spot Baldness)
- Alleviation of Inflammation
Some of these health benefits come from nutrients concentrated in this food, and may not be effects of the food itself.
How to choose Swiss Chard
Look for vibrant colored leaves and firm stems with no signs of wilting.
How to store Swiss Chard
Swiss chard should be stored in a plastic bag in the fridge and will keep for 5-7 days. For longer storage the leaves can be blanched and frozen.
Climate and origin
Swiss Chard originated in the Mediterranean and can grow in cold temperate to subtropical climates. (Zones 3-10 in the U.S.)
Miscellaneous information
Swiss chard is a close relative of the beet root.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrition Facts | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Serving Size | |||
| 100 grams (100g) | |||
| Calories | 19 | ||
| % Daily Value * | |||
| Total Fat 0.2g | 0% | ||
| Saturated Fat 0.03g | 0% | ||
| Trans Fat 0g | |||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | ||
| Sodium 213mg | 9% | ||
| Total Carbohydrate 3.7g | 1% | ||
| Dietary Fiber 1.6g | 6% | ||
| Total Sugars 1.1g | 2% | ||
| Includes --g Added Sugars | --% | ||
| Protein 1.8g | 4% | ||
| Vitamin C 30mg | 33% | ||
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% | ||
| Iron 1.8mg | 10% | ||
| Calcium 51mg | 4% | ||
| Potassium 379mg | 8% | ||
| Phosphorus 46mg | 4% | ||
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | |||