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The 20 healthiest vegetables

The 20 healthiest vegetables

Vegetables are healthy, but when it comes to nutrients, some vegetables are a better choice than others.

William Paterson University has made a list of the healthiest vegetables. It looked at 18 nutrients that are important for our health:potassium, fiber, protein, calcium, iron, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, folic acid, zinc and vitamins A, B6, B12, C, D, E and K.

  1. Watercress
  2. Chinese cabbage
  3. chard
  4. Beet leaves
  5. Spinach
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  7. Parsley
  8. Roman lettuce
  9. Endive
  10. Chives
  11. Kale
  12. Red bell pepper
  13. Arugula
  14. Broccoli
  15. Pumpkin
  16. Brussels sprouts
  17. Spring onion
  18. Turkey
  19. Cauliflower
  20. Cabbage

Curious about the full list? You can find it here.