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    Home » VEGETABLES » Leafy greens

    Leafy greens

    Leafy green vegetables are packed with nutrition and are part of any healthy diet. Adding a wide variety of greens to your diet may help boost brain health, lower your risk of some diseases,

    Leafy green vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet. They’re packed with micronutrients and flavor, and they’re low in calories. And there's a large variety to choose from including kale, Swiss chard, watercress, cabbage, arugula, bok choy, and spinach.

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