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Watercress contains over 50 essential nutrients to help fight off illness and infections. With many illnesses on the rise, consumers are uncovering natural methods to boost immune support, and eating watercress is one of the best ways to strengthen your immune system, says B&W Quality Growers. The immune system comprises the spleen, thymus, bone marrow, and…

Source: Eat This, Not That Watercress is the superfood vegetable on everyone’s mind these days, and that’s because it was dubbed the “healthiest vegetable in the world” by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Granted, it was back in June 2014 when watercress topped the list of a report called “Defining Powerhouse Fruits and Vegetables: A Nutrient Density Approach,”…

Source: NY Post Watercress is life. Often seen as a garden-variety garnish that one scrapes off an entree, lowly watercress could conversely be the holy grail for health. This nebulous-looking vegetable has been deemed an essential part of a balanced diet due to its bounty of nutrients that can stave off disease and protect athletes…

Source: VOGUE Goji berries, açaí, chia seeds, or the humble, Vitamin C-packed orange? In the search for the healthiest food in the world, researchers at William Paterson University in New Jersey examined 41 types of fruit and vegetables and compared them with each other. The winner—officially titled the most nutrient-dense food in the world—may surprise you: The superfood par excellence…

WATERCRESS: THE MOST NUTRIENT DENSE VEGETABLE Watercress is the only food to receive a perfect score from ANDI and the CDC, which means this healthy, flavorful leafy green delivers a potent portion of health benefits. Watercress is packed with over 50 essential nutrients and is naturally low-calorie, fat-free, cholesterol-free, and very low-sodium food. In addition, Watercress is globally recognized as a…

Mental Health:  What is it, why is it important, how can you maintain or improve it, and more? May is National Mental Health Month. But our mental health is something we should constantly be paying attention to, not just one month during the year. Let’s begin by understanding what mental health means. Mental health is an…

Americans are among the most stressed-out workers in the world with 83% of Americans reporting suffering from work-related stress, making work one of the top three stressors. Of that, only 43% think their employers care about their work-life balance. Companies that have incorporated mental health care into their benefit programs have seen positive impacts on…

Key Nutrients Watercress Provides to Support Immune Health You may wonder what you can do to strengthen and support a healthy immune system. First, it’s essential to consult with your physician before making any changes to your regular health routine. Fortunately, after speaking with your doctor, you can incorporate several naturally occurring nutrients, which can…

It’s Time to Talk Superfoods: Our favorite here at B&W Quality Growers is one that we’re incredibly familiar with, but you may not be… watercress! As the leading growers of this delightful green, we’re here to give you a brief, but powerful intro to this superfood. We think you’ll be pleasantly surprised at all it…

Fight Cancer with Watercress: Watercress is a jack-of-all-trades when it comes to your health. With more than 28 essential vitamins, minerals, and compounds, its benefits run the gamut from eye to heart health. Now, we’re going to focus on watercress and cancer prevention. A growing body of evidence suggests watercress can help prevent the spread…