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Nasturtium

A brightly colored flower with a savory, peppery, watercress-like bite; both blossom and leaf are edible and vitamin-C rich.

Benefits

Key compounds

Glucosinolatesisothiocyanatesvitamin Cluteinanthocyanins

May help with

Best for these goals

Immunityantioxidant supportdetox

How to use it

Whole blossoms in green salads, as garnish, in pesto, the buds pickled like capers, on vegetable dishes

Evidence level

Nutritional

Cautions & interactions

Generally safe in normal culinary amounts; very large amounts may irritate the stomach
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