Additionally, one cup (34 grams) of watercress provides more than 100% of the RDI for vitamin K.
Vitamin K is a component of osteocalcin, a protein that makes up healthy bone tissue and helps regulate bone turnover.
In one study, people with the highest intake of vitamin K were 35% less likely to experience a hip fracture than people with the lowest intake.
Watercress
contains many nutrients important for bone health, including over 100% of the
RDI for vitamin K.