Chard, Swiss, raw

Swiss chard is a leafy green vegetable; the figures here describe it raw. It provides vitamins and minerals, with small amounts of carbohydrate and protein and little fat. Per 100g, it contains 766µg of vitamin A (retinol equivalent), 30mg of vitamin C, 165µg of folate and 0.53g of salt.

Vitamin A supports normal vision and immune function. Vitamin C helps the body form collagen and absorb iron from plant foods, while folate is needed for normal cell division and blood formation. The salt figure reflects the sodium present in the raw vegetable and is worth noting when monitoring salt intake. Full nutrient figures are provided in the tables below.