PAKCHOI

Bok choy, a cruciferous green vegetable, is a member of the Brassica family. It’s also called Pak choi or Chinese cabbage. Bok choy is native to China, where it has been eaten for more than 1,500 years. Along with being crunchy and delicious, Bok choy is full of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that make it a beneficial addition to your diet. Aids in the Prevention of Cancer: Studies show that cruciferous vegetables such as Bok choy help to reduce your risk of developing cancer. It’s full of cancer-fighting compounds such as vitamins C and E, beta-carotene, folate, and selenium. Vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta-carotene are powerful antioxidants that can help to prevent cell damage from free radicals, which may help to lower your cancer risk. Selenium may help to slow the growth rate of tumors. Bok choy is also full of fiber, which keeps your digestive system healthy and may help to prevent colon cancer. Fights Inflammation: Like other dark, leafy greens, Bok choy is an excellent source of the flavonoid quercetin. Quercetin can help to reduce inflammation in the body, which may help to reduce your risk of developing a variety of chronic health issues such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Lowers the Risk of Heart Disease: Bok choy may help to lower your risk of developing heart disease in a few ways. For one, it contains folate and vitamin B6. These nutrients help to remove homocysteine from your blood. Too much homocysteine can damage your blood vessels, increasing your risk of heart problems. Studies show that diets high in leafy green vegetables, including cruciferous vegetables, have an overall lower risk of developing heart disease. The vegetable is also high in potassium, magnesium, and calcium, all of which help to reduce your blood pressure naturally. Some studies show that eating sufficient potassium can help to lower sodium-induced high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure can help to lower your risk of heart-related problems. Promotes Bone Health: Bok choy is high in calcium, phosphorous, iron, magnesium, and vitamin K, all of which are essential for maintaining strong, healthy bones.