Kale
SUPERSTAR LEAFY GREEN —Tops in Vitamin A
KALE - 206% DV in one cup of cooked kale.
Germinates 5-10 days
Grow to Baby Leaf stage for the most nutrients.
BABY LEAF STAGE — 20 to 30 days - WOW ! One of the best greens to grow in an indoor garden !!!
Always consume these greens with a healthy fat (olive oil, or nuts) The fat helps with the absorption of the vitamin A.
These greens have pro-vitamin A carotenoids. The body converts the vitamin into retinol. The leafy greens also provide vitamin K, C and fiber.
Other leafy greens high in vitamin A
Spinach - 105% DV 1 cup
Mustard Greens - 96% DV 1 cup
Collard Greens - 80% DV 1 cup
Turnip Greens - 61% DV 1 cup
Swiss Chard - 60% DV 1 cup