Why do I grow Kale in Kandy? – Compiled & written by Dr Harold Gunatillake OAM Health interest in the Sri Lankans, on a global scale Why do I grow Kale in Kandy? (Seeds bought from Bunnings, Sydney) Kale: The Nutritional Powerhouse, the verdant superhero of leafy greens! Let me talk about the history of Kale. In the ’90s, Pizza Hut, the pizza chain, was the biggest purchaser of kale in the US, using it mainly for its appearance. However, kale’s actual value as a nutritious leafy green was later discovered. It contains essential vitamins and minerals such as A, K, B6, and C, as well as calcium, potassium, copper, and manganese. It’s as if kale transformed into a nutritional superhero and took center stage. Let’s delve into the nutritional benefits offered by kale. Vitamin K: Just one cup of kale provides 68% of your daily vitamin K needs. Vitamin ...
Aug 4, 2024
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