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Kale is a vegetable that is very popular with housewives. Kale juice not only has many health benefits but also helps to beautify the skin and keep it in shape.1. Nutritional ingredients in kale
Nutrition facts in 1 cup of kale about 67g include:Vitamin A: 206% of the RDA (according to the recommended nutritional needs per day). Vitamin K: 684% of the RDA. Vitamin C: 134% of the RDA. Vitamin B6: 9% of the RDA. Manganese: 26% of the RDA. Calcium: 9% of the RDA. Bronze: 10% of RDA. Potassium: 9% of the RDA. Magnesium: 6% RDA. Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), vitamin B3 (Niacin), iron and phosphorus: 3% of the RDA. Fiber: 2g. Protein: 3g. Starch: 4g. The fiber content in 1 cup of kale accounts for about 10% of your daily fiber intake, keeping you full for longer and potentially controlling diabetes.
The vitamin C content in kale is relatively high. 67g of kale provides about 134% of the daily requirement of vitamin C, while 131g of citrus fruit provides only 113% of the need. So, when you don't like to eat fruits like oranges, tangerines, grapefruits, you can drink 1 cup of kale juice and still ensure the body's vitamin C needs every day.
In terms of vitamin A content (a vitamin important for immune function and healthy vision), 67g of kale meets about 206% of your daily vitamin A needs.
Besides, this vegetable also contains many important vitamins such as B1, B3, B6, .. and active ingredients with high antioxidant properties, thereby contributing to health promotion, resistance improvement and prevention. prevent the formation of malignant tumors.
2. What are the benefits of kale juice?
Cancer prevention: According to recent studies, kale juice has high anti-cancer properties because of the phytochemical glucosinolate. This is an active ingredient that works to prevent tumor growth as well as block enzymes related to cancer. Improve eyesight: Kale is really a good source of nutrients for your eyes because it contains high levels of lutein and zeaxanthin. These are antioxidants that occur naturally in the eyes and need to be replenished regularly for eye health. Supports bones and joints: Milk is considered a source of calcium for strong bones. According to a recent study by the National Osteoporosis Society, kale contains calcium that helps prevent osteoporosis. One cup of kale juice provides about the same amount of calcium as one cup of milk. Supports brain activity: In the composition of kale contains many flavonoids and iron, which helps reduce the risk of stroke, supports the transport of calcium to all cells in the body. At the same time, the omega-3 fats in this vegetable also work to improve memory, function and brain activity. Weight control: This is an effect that many women are interested in and learn about. Kale is a very fiber-rich, fat-free and low-calorie food. Therefore, they help you stay fuller for longer and lose weight effectively. It is also a great food to improve digestion and make them work more efficiently thanks to its high fiber content.3. A few kale juice recipes
3.1. Kale, pineapple juice Effects:Reduce excess fat in the blood, increase iron, anticoagulant; Skin beauty. Ingredients to prepare:
200g kale 1/2 pineapple Sugar Salt How to do:
Clean kale and soak in salt water for about 20 minutes, then take out, drain and cut into small pieces. Pineapple peeled and cut into small slices that are easy to grind. Combine all ingredients in a bowl, add sugar and salt and mix well. Pour the blended mixture into the blender. Strain the juice with a sieve. Add sugar, stir well, scoop out into glasses and enjoy or chill to drink during the day. 3.2. Kale, cucumber and celery juice Effects:
Beautify skin; Provide water to the body. Ingredients to prepare:
4 kale leaves 2 celery stalks 1 cucumber How to:
Clean the ingredients, note that celery and kale need to be soaked in salt water for about 20 minutes. Chop the ingredients into small pieces. Put all the prepared ingredients in the blender and puree. Pour the juice through a strainer, scoop out into a glass and add sugar, stir well and enjoy or chill to drink during the day.
4. Note when using kale
Eat with other foods to increase benefits Kale itself has many health benefits, which increase when you eat it with other healthy foods. A little olive oil, avocado or almond butter combined with kale juice will create more fat-soluble carotenoids for the body.Wash before use Kale is listed on the list of foods most contaminated with pesticides. So, you need to choose organically produced kale and always remember to wash them before juicing or processing.
In summary, kale juice has many health benefits, such as beautifying the skin, keeping fit, preventing cancer, improving eyesight,... Therefore, you can drink 1 cup of kale juice. kale every day.
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