Nutritional and Bioactive Compounds of Bok-choy: Beneficial Effects on Human Health

Emal Nasiri

doi:10.62810/jnsr.v2iSpecial.Issue.122

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Emal Nasiri Faculty of Agriculture, Wardak University

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https://doi.org/10.62810/jnsr.v2iSpecial.Issue.122

Keywords:

Bok-choy, Human, Health, Bioactive compounds

Abstract

Bok-choy is a green leafy vegetable packed with impressive health benefits. Bok choy is rich in many nutritious, such as vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, as well as non-nutritive bioactive compounds, such as flavonoids, total glucosinolates, anthocyanins, kaempferol, and quercetin. These bioactive compounds protect chronic diseases, such as inflammation, cancer, Alzheimer's, cardiovascular disease, and other diseases. Bok chow is the best source of nutritional and non-nutrient compounds and should be taken as a part of the diet regularly.

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