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The antioxidant workers in watercress are also believed to help lower cholesterol and prevent heart disease and stroke. Age-related problems such as cataracts and wrinkles may also be slowed by the antioxidants beta-carotene and vitamin C.
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F.Y.I.
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The rich folic acid content of watercress helps prevent anemia as well as the birth defect spina bifida.
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Watercress is also a good source of bone-strengthening calcium; your body can absorb this mineral almost as well from watercress as from milk.
Infection Prevention
Watercress has long been used to fight infection, and with good reason: its vitamin C, zinc, and folic acid all enhance immune system function and have antibiotic effects. The mustard oil in watercress also stimulates circulation and production of gastric acid, which sterilizes bacteria in food.
Tips:
Watercress can be stored for about two days in the refrigerator. Keep it in a plastic bag or refrigerate stems in a glass of water.
Watercress is most nutritious when eaten raw. It's also delicious lightly sautéed with garlic; but beware that it loses its ability to release PEITC when cooked.
Wheat Germ
Improves digestion and prevents and relieves constipation
Helps prevent birth defects
May reduce risk of heart disease
May help prevent cancer
Wheat germ, the most nutrient-rich part of wheat, offers a plethora of benefits with every sprinkleproof that good things do indeed come in small packages.

 
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