The leaves are hardy, giving an impression of substance and durability, both of which, kale possesses. Collards have their own charm. A similar rich shade of dark green , with a thick center rib and a large, flat, leaf, collards remind me hand held fans that southern belles might use to cool themselves on a sweltering August day. The beauty of these greens is more than skin deep. Both these vegetables bring with them an entourage of nutritional do-gooders.
Nothing helps tame sugar cravings like a daily serving or two of kale or collard greens.
Although these dark, green leafies have often gotten a bad rap for being bitter tasting, prepared properly, they both possess a definite sweetness. That translates to more vitality for your body. Kale and collards supply hefty amounts of calcium along with the vital magnesium that the body needs to fully metabolize the calcium. They contain very high amounts of chlorophyll which is purifying to the body and helps stop the spread of bacteria, fungi and other microorganisms. Chlorophyll helps restore the growth of beneficial intestinal flora, so it can be especially helpful to those using antibiotics, which wipe out the good bacteria along with the bad.