Collard Greens

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Vitamins and Minerals

Collard greens contain Vitamin A, Vitamin c, and calcium. It also contains Vitamin B6, Vitamin K, iron, thiamine, niacin, choline, and magnesium. 

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Essential to (Body parts/Functions)

Collard Greens are a rich source of vitamin c which helps to increase immunity. Collard Greens can also help to lower blood pressure and save you from many cardiovascular diseases. It improves eye health, strengthens bones, boosts blood health, and enhances mental health. They also improve teeth health and are beneficial to prevent birth defects.

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Origin and Usage

Collard greens are grown in many regions of the world mainly in Kashmir, Brazil, the United States, Kenya, and Uganda. It belongs to the family Mustard. Collard greens are bitter. It is used as rolled up in a wrap, cooked into a stir-fry, added to chili, in salads, shredded into casserole and soups.

Varieties and types

Collard greens have many varieties. Most famous are Georgia Southern, vates, Blue max, Top bunch, and Morris heading.

Cultural Importance

In many regions of the world, it is considered soul food.

Production

China, Russia, South Korea, and Ukraine are the largest producer of Collard greens.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]