Leafy Greens and Food Safety: What You Need to Know About Foodborne Infections
Leafy salads and other fresh leafy greens have traditionally been considered an important part of a healthy diet. They contain dietary fiber, natural folates (including folinic acid), chlorophyll, vitamin K, vitamin C, carotenoids, polyphenols, and various minerals. At the same time, most types of leafy greens are relatively low in calories, making it possible to significantly increase the nutritional value of the diet without substantially increasing its caloric content.