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Tangy and peppery, Arugula is a great leaf to use in salads throughout spring and summer. It goes well with light lemony dressings and especially well with avocado, yum.
Aside from having a great distinctive taste, arugula has many important properties that improve overall health. It contains vitamins A, C, K, Iron, Potassium, Calcium and Manganese. (complete nutritional info)
Arugula has also been known for centuries for containing aphrodisiac properties. Additionally, its yin, alkaline and bitter properties, support energy and have a positive effect on the liver and blood according to ancient Asian traditions.
Aside from having a great distinctive taste, arugula has many important properties that improve overall health. It contains vitamins A, C, K, Iron, Potassium, Calcium and Manganese. (complete nutritional info)
Arugula has also been known for centuries for containing aphrodisiac properties. Additionally, its yin, alkaline and bitter properties, support energy and have a positive effect on the liver and blood according to ancient Asian traditions.
Will be posting some arugula recipes soon!
Reference
Pitchford, P (2002). Healing with Whole Foods. Berkeley, CA: North Atlantic Books. www.healingwithwholefoods.com.