{"id":35895,"date":"2021-12-16T20:08:57","date_gmt":"2021-12-16T20:08:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=35895"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"swiss-chard-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Swiss Chard: Nutrition, Health Benefits, Uses, And More"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#What_Is_A_Swiss_Chard\" >What Is A Swiss Chard?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Swiss_Chard_Nutrition_Facts\" >Swiss Chard Nutrition Facts\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#What_Are_The_Health_Benefits_Of_Swiss_Chard\" >What Are The Health Benefits Of Swiss Chard?\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Disease_Protection\" >Disease Protection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Vision_Health\" >Vision Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Heart_Health\" >Heart Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Digestion\" >Digestion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#May_Decrease_Insulin_Resistance_And_Lower_Blood_Sugar\" >May Decrease Insulin Resistance And Lower Blood Sugar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#May_Promote_Weight_Loss\" >May Promote Weight Loss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Excellent_Source_Of_Vitamin_K\" >Excellent Source Of Vitamin K\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#How_Can_I_Add_Swiss_Chard_To_My_Diet\" >How Can I Add Swiss Chard To My Diet?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Swiss_Chard_Side_Effects_Precautions\" >Swiss Chard Side Effects &amp; Precautions\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Swiss_Chard_Differences_Between_Raw_Cooked\" >Swiss Chard Differences Between Raw &amp; Cooked\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Purchasing_Selecting_Storing_And_Preparing_Swiss_Chard\" >Purchasing, Selecting, Storing, And Preparing Swiss Chard<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Swiss_Chard_Recipes\" >Swiss Chard Recipes\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Stir-Fried_Swiss_Chard_And_Red_Peppers_5\" >Stir-Fried Swiss Chard And Red Peppers (5)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Ingredients\" >Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Instructions\" >Instructions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Tropical_Swiss_Chard_Smoothie_6\" >Tropical Swiss Chard Smoothie (6)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Ingredients-2\" >Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#Instructions-2\" >Instructions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/swiss-chard-benefits\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swiss chard is a leafy <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/green-smoothies-for-weight-loss\/\">green vegetable<\/a> in the same family as beets, spinach, and kale. It has long been considered one of the healthiest vegetables on earth due to its high levels of vitamins A, C, calcium, potassium, protein, and fiber.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article will discuss how Swiss chard can help you live healthier by providing you with more nutritional benefits than some other common vegetables. It will also explore some of the many different ways you can enjoy Swiss chard in your diet.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Swiss_Chard_Benefits\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Swiss_Chard_Benefits\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_A_Swiss_Chard\"><\/span><b>What Is A Swiss Chard?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swiss chard is a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-super-greens\/\">leafy green<\/a> vegetable that is related to beet. It has broad, green leaves and a white or red stalk. Swiss chard can be eaten cooked or raw. It is high in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as antioxidants. Swiss chard can be used in many different dishes, such as salads, soups, and as an ingredient for smoothies.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Swiss_Chard_Nutrition_Facts\"><\/span><b>Swiss Chard Nutrition Facts\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the USDA, a cup of cooked Swiss chard contains (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/170401\/nutrients\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 35<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein: 3.3 grams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbs: 7 grams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fiber: 3.7 grams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin A: 77% of the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDa) (for women)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin C: 42% of the RDA (for women)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin E: 22% of the RDA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vitamin K: 635% of the Adequate Intake (AI) (for women)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calcium: 10% of the RDA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Copper: 32% of the RDA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Magnesium: 47% of the RDA (for women)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manganese: 33% of the AI (for women)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Iron: 22% of the RDA (for premenopausal women)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potassium: 37% of the AI (for women)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/?utm_source=Blog&#038;utm_medium=Blog&#038;utm_campaign=Banner_replacement\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34338 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/ezgif-3-a3eac6961da2.gif\" alt=\"What Is A Swiss Chard\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Health_Benefits_Of_Swiss_Chard\"><\/span><b>What Are The Health Benefits Of Swiss Chard?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many Swiss chard benefits for health; some of the most notable include:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disease_Protection\"><\/span><b>Disease Protection<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swiss chard is a good source of antioxidants, which can help protect your body from disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swiss chard\u2019s many antioxidants include polyphenols, vitamin C, vitamin E, and carotenoid plant pigments, such as beta-carotene. These nutrients help protect cells from free radical damage. For example, beta-carotene helps protect the skin from sun damage and may reduce your risk of developing cancer (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/10408398.2020.1799326\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vision_Health\"><\/span><b>Vision Health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swiss chard is a good source of<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/13-essential-vitamins\/\"> vitamin A<\/a>, which is important for vision health. It also contains lutein and zeaxanthin, nutrients that are known to help protect your eyes from age-related damage (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/10408398.2020.1799326\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Lean and toned up body isn\u2019t just a far-fetched fantasy. Check out the BetterMe app and watch it <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Swiss_Chard_Benefits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">propel your weight loss journey<\/a> into high gear!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heart_Health\"><\/span><b>Heart Health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swiss chard is high in potassium, which can help regulate blood pressure. It also contains magnesium, which has been shown to lower the risk of heart attack and stroke (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/10408398.2020.1799326\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/?utm_source=Blog&#038;utm_medium=Blog&#038;utm_campaign=Banner_replacement\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33412 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4852-1024x576.png\" alt=\"May Promote Weight Loss\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4852.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4852-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4852.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4852-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4852.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Digestion\"><\/span><b>Digestion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swiss chard offers benefits for digestion and regularity, as it is a good source of fiber.<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/high-fiber-foods-chart\/\">\u00a0Fiber<\/a> may also reduce your risk of developing diseases such as colon cancer (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/10408398.2020.1799326\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"May_Decrease_Insulin_Resistance_And_Lower_Blood_Sugar\"><\/span><b>May Decrease Insulin Resistance And Lower Blood Sugar<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swiss chard contains nutrients that may help improve insulin sensitivity and lower blood sugar. It might do so by helping the body better use the insulin it produces. This can help control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes or prediabetes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/10408398.2020.1799326\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"May_Promote_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>May Promote Weight Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swiss chard may promote weight loss. This is due in part to its <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/fiber-side-effects\/\">high fiber content<\/a>, which helps you feel full after eating <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/low-calorie-lunch-recipes-for-weight-loss\/\">fewer calories<\/a>. Other than that, it&#8217;s also because of its low-calorie count, which makes it an ideal food for people who are trying to lose weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/10408398.2020.1799326\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Excellent_Source_Of_Vitamin_K\"><\/span><b>Excellent Source Of Vitamin K\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swiss chard is an excellent source of vitamin K, an important factor for blood clotting and bone health. It has also been shown to reduce the risk of developing certain types of cancer (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/10408398.2020.1799326\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/?utm_source=Blog&#038;utm_medium=Blog&#038;utm_campaign=Banner_replacement\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33363 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4720-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Swiss Chard Benefits\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4720.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4720-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4720.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4720.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_I_Add_Swiss_Chard_To_My_Diet\"><\/span><b>How Can I Add Swiss Chard To My Diet?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many ways to receive Swiss chard benefits by adding it to your diet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few ideas:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/salad-recipes-for-diets\/\">Add it to salads<\/a> for a nutrient boost.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saut\u00e9 it with garlic and olive oil for a simple side dish.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add it to soup or stew for extra flavor and nutrients.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use it as an ingredient in smoothies or juicing recipes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy Swiss chard raw in a salad or as <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-spinach-good-for-weight-loss\/\">spinach<\/a> dip.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add it to quinoa or rice dishes for extra flavor, texture, and nutrients.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blend beet greens into your next<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegetable-smoothies-diet\/\"> veggie smoothie<\/a> for an extra boost of vitamins A, C, and K<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/green-leafy-vegetables\/\">Green Leafy Vegetables: 8 Nutritious Veggies You Should Eat More Often<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Swiss_Chard_Side_Effects_Precautions\"><\/span><b>Swiss Chard Side Effects &amp; Precautions\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s generally safe to eat Swiss chard. However, you may want to avoid eating large amounts if you&#8217;re taking blood-thinning medications like warfarin (Coumadin) because Swiss chard contains a lot of vitamin K.\u00a0 This may increase your risk of bleeding (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4641985\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The most important thing when on blood thinning medications is to keep your vitamin K intake consistent from day to day. Work with your doctor and registered dietitian to help you navigate that balance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/?utm_source=Blog&#038;utm_medium=Blog&#038;utm_campaign=Banner_replacement\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33084 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4863-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Swiss Chard Differences Between Raw &amp; Cooked\u00a0\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4863.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4863-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4863.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4863.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Swiss_Chard_Differences_Between_Raw_Cooked\"><\/span><b>Swiss Chard Differences Between Raw &amp; Cooked\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The nutritional value of Swiss chard doesn\u2019t change significantly when you cook it. However, cooking Swiss chard does reduce the amount of oxalate it contains. Oxalates are substances that can interfere with mineral absorption and cause kidney stones in some people (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/anti-nutrients\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). So, if you have a history of kidney stones or other oxalate-related health issues, it may be best to eat Swiss chard cooked rather than raw.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Purchasing_Selecting_Storing_And_Preparing_Swiss_Chard\"><\/span><b>Purchasing, Selecting, Storing, And Preparing Swiss Chard<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When purchasing Swiss chard, look for leaves that are bright green in color with no sign of yellowing. The leaves should be firm and crisp, without any signs of browning or wilting. If the stems appear woody, you may want to discard them; otherwise, simply cut off an inch or two above where they meet the leaf before cooking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If possible, choose swiss chard with smaller stems because they tend to be milder than larger ones. Before storing, rinse the leaves thoroughly in cold water and wrap them in a damp paper towel; then store them in a plastic bag lined with perforated plastic or in another airtight container for up to five (5) days. You can also freeze raw Swiss chard for up to six (6) months.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To prepare Swiss chard, simply rinse the leaves and stems in cold water, then chop them as desired. Saut\u00e9, steam, or boil the Swiss chard for about three (3) minutes until it&#8217;s wilted. You can also add it to soups or stews near the end of cooking time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/?utm_source=Blog&#038;utm_medium=Blog&#038;utm_campaign=Banner_replacement\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33082 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4865-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Swiss Chard Recipes\u00a0\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4865.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4865-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4865.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4865.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Swiss_Chard_Recipes\"><\/span><b>Swiss Chard Recipes\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some swiss chard recipes you could try out next time you want a healthy snack:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stir-Fried_Swiss_Chard_And_Red_Peppers_5\"><\/span><b>Stir-Fried Swiss Chard And Red Peppers (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/cooking.nytimes.com\/recipes\/1013538-stir-fried-swiss-chard-and-red-peppers\"><b>5<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To bring out the best out of this recipe, try using rainbow chards. They have multi-colored branches with red, yellow, and white stems. Slicing the chards crosswise in thin strips will ensure the pieces are not tough due to excessive thickness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need to do:<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span><b>Ingredients<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tablespoon soy sauce (low-sodium if desired)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tablespoon Shao Hsing rice wine or dry sherry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 teaspoons dark Asian sesame oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc-\u00bd teaspoon salt to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tablespoon minced garlic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc teaspoon ground1 tablespoon peanut\u00a0 pepper, preferably white<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc teaspoon sugar<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tablespoon <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ginger-aids-in-weight-loss\/\">minced ginger<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oil or canola oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 pound swiss chard, preferably rainbow chards with trimmed stems and washed in 2 changes of water and cut crosswise in \u00bd inch strips<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 medium red bell pepper, cut in \u00bc by 2-inch julienne<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup thinly sliced scallions or minced red onion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup coarsely chopped cilantro (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cooked brown or red rice, quinoa or rice noodles for serving<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/?utm_source=Blog&#038;utm_medium=Blog&#038;utm_campaign=Banner_replacement\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33079 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4861-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Swiss Chard Benefits\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4861.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4861-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4861.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4861-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4861.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Instructions\"><\/span><b>Instructions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combine the rice wine or sherry, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a measuring cup or small bowl.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, heat a 12-inch skillet or 14-inch flat-bottomed wok over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within 2 seconds in the pan.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now add the oil to the sides of the pan and swirl it while tilting the pan back and forth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Throw in the ginger and the garlic and stir-fry for a maximum of ten (10) seconds. Put in the chard and stir-fry for a further two (2) minutes until their leaves wilt.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add the spring or red onion alongside the red pepper to the mixture. Set the heat to high, stir-fry for about a minute or until the pepper starts softening.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add the pepper, salt, and sugar to the mixture and toss them together before putting in the soy sauce.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continue stir-frying for about three (3) minutes until all the chard leaves are tender while the red peppers and stems are just crisp-tender. Stir in the cilantro.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serve over rice, rice noodles, or quinoa.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe is courtesy of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cooking.nytimes.com\/recipes\/1013538-stir-fried-swiss-chard-and-red-peppers\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nytimes.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/?utm_source=Blog&#038;utm_medium=Blog&#038;utm_campaign=Banner_replacement\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32980 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/10-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Swiss Chard Benefits\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/10-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/10-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/10-1.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/10-1-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/10-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tropical_Swiss_Chard_Smoothie_6\"><\/span><b>Tropical Swiss Chard Smoothie (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/itsavegworldafterall.com\/swiss-chard-smoothie\/\"><b>6<\/b><\/a><b>)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you trying to catch that morning bus to work? Or maybe you just want to start your day with a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/21-day-smoothie-diet\/\">healthy smoothie<\/a>. Whatever your reasons are, the tropical swiss chard smoothie is worth giving a try.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need to do:<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-2\"><\/span><b>Ingredients<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2-3 cups chard leaves<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 frozen banana<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup frozen mango<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup almond milk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water as needed<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Instructions-2\"><\/span><b>Instructions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mix the ingredients in a blender then blend until smooth. Taste and add seasoning as desired.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe is courtesy of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/itsavegworldafterall.com\/swiss-chard-smoothie\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">itsavegworldafterall.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swiss chard is a nutritious food that&#8217;s especially high in fiber, vitamin K, and several other nutrients. It may also help improve digestion, lower blood sugar levels, and promote weight loss. You can enjoy Swiss chard in many different ways, either cooked or raw.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Swiss_Chard_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gif_Blue-1.gif\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Swiss chard is a leafy green vegetable in the same family as beets, spinach, and kale. It has long been considered one of the healthiest vegetables on earth due to its high levels of vitamins A, C, calcium, potassium, protein, and fiber.\u00a0 This article will discuss how Swiss chard can help you live healthier by [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":42,"featured_media":35897,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[126],"tags":[],"coauthors":[123,87],"class_list":["post-35895","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nutrition-facts"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Swiss Chard: Nutrition, Health Benefits, Uses, And More - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Have you heard about Swiss chard benefits and what they can do to you? 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