Watercress

Watercress (Nasturtium Officinale) is a species of aquatic flowering plant in the cabbage family Brassicaceae. Watercress is a rapidly growing, perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It is one of the oldest known leaf vegetables consumed by humans. Watercress and many of its relatives, such as garden cress, mustard, radish, and wasabi, are noteworthy for their piquant flavors.

The hollow stems of watercress float in water. The leaf structure is pinnately compound. Small, white, and green inflorescences are produced in clusters and are frequently visited by insects, especially hoverflies, such as Eristalis flies.

Health Benefits

The vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants in Watercress can provide important health benefits. For example, it is rich in vitamin A—also known as retinol—which is important for keeping your retinas healthy and your vision good. Getting enough vitamin A is also crucial to keeping your organs healthy because it’s critical for cell division.

Health benefits of Watercress include:

• High Antioxidant Content May Lower Your Risk of Chronic Diseases
• Packed with Nutrients, Particularly Vitamin K
• Contains Compounds That May Prevent Certain Types of Cancer
• Beneficial for Heart Health in Many Impressive Ways
• Antioxidants Improve Heart Health
• Dietary Nitrates Boost Blood Vessel Health
• Watercress May Lower Cholesterol