Chard vs Watercress – Which is Healthier?
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Our Verdict
When comparing chard to watercress, we picked the chard.
Why?
In terms of macros, chard has more than 3x the fiber as well as slightly more carbs, while watercress has a tiny bit more protein. Given the relative sizes of the numbers involved, we say this one adds up to a modest first-round win for chard.
In the category of vitamins, chard has more of vitamins A, B3, B7, B9, E, and K, while watercress has more of vitamins B1, B2, B5, B6, and C, giving chard a marginal 6:5 win here.
Looking at minerals, chard has more copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, potassium, and zinc, while watercress has more calcium and phosphorus, yielding to chard a 6:2 win in this round.
In other considerations, chard is also notably higher in polyphenols, including top-tier ones like kaempferol and quercetin, so that’s another round in its favor.
Adding up the sections makes for a clear overall win for chard, but by all means enjoy either or both, as diversity is best!
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