This is officially the healthiest vegetable in the world; no it's not what you are thinking

CDC and nutrition experts have pinpointed the ultimate powerhouse vegetable, watercress.

While familiar veggies like cabbage, spinach and beetroot score in the 80s, watercress stands unrivaled, achieving a perfect score of 100.

Abundant in vitamins and minerals, watercress offers a strong nutritional profile. A mere 100 grams of this herb can satisfy a substantial portion of the daily Vitamin C requirement, surpassing even oranges and lemons.

This leafy green thrives in freshwater bodies such as streams and ponds. It shares close ties with cabbage, kale, radishes
and mustard. With a zesty, peppery taste watercress boasts a culinary heritage spanning over three millennia.

The only drawback is its scarcity. It is available primarily at specialty markets and outlets like Whole Foods, rather than conventional supermarkets.

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