Nutritionists preach the benefits of dark, leafy greens.
They are powerful sources of vitamins A and C, and they provide calcium, iron, fiber and disease-fighting nutrients. Greens also are low in calories. For example, one cup of chopped raw spinach has 14 calories, and a half-cup of cooked collards has 38 calories. All greens are free of fat and cholesterol.
When buying greens, remember that they cook down considerably, to one-quarter or so in volume. For instance, 1 pound of raw kale yields about 21/2 cups cooked greens.
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