Swiss Chard

Swiss chard has dark-green leaves with a red, white, yellow, or green stalk. It is a member of the same family as beets and spinach and is frequently used in Mediterranean cooking. It has a pleasant earthy flavor and is high in minerals and vitamins like potassium, manganese, and vitamins A, C, and K.

Swiss chard also contains a unique flavonoid known as syringic acid, which may help lower blood sugar levels. Oral administration of syringic acid for 30 days improved blood sugar levels in two small studies in diabetic rats. However, it should be noted that these were minor animal studies, and human research supporting the claim that syringic acid may help with blood sugar control is lacking. While many people discard the stems of the Swiss chard plant, they are crunchy and extremely nutritious. Let's try incorporating all parts of the Swiss chard plant into dishes like soups, tacos, or casseroles next time.