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Watercress

vegetable

Watercress

Watercress or yellowcress is a species of aquatic flowering plant in the cabbage family, Brassicaceae.

Conditions addressed

Cancer PreventionBone HealthImmune SupportThyroidEye Health

How to use

1–2 cups cooked or raw daily
  • Eat steamed, roasted, stir-fried, or raw in salads.
  • Lightly cooking increases digestibility.

Interactions & contraindications

May affect immune activity

Watch for: Immunosuppressants (for transplant or autoimmune conditions)

Immune-stimulating herbs can work against immunosuppressive therapy.