Leafy green silverbeet is a favourite in Australian gardens and kitchens, where it is a versatile accompaniment to many meals. It is highly nutritious and a good source of vitamins A, B6, C and K as well as riboflavin and folate. Silverbeet is at its peak between March and August.
- Silverbeet is a good source of vitamins A, C, B6 and K (important for helping your blood to clot).
- It also contains riboflavin and folate and minerals such as potassium (which helps to regulate blood pressure) and manganese (involved in the regulation of brain and nerve function).
- Silverbeet contains dietary fibre, which is important for a healthy bowel.
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