American Kale

American Kale, a variety of kale, is a leafy green vegetable that belongs to the cabbage family. Kale is known for its dense nutritional profile, including high levels of vitamins A, B6, C, K, Folate and Manganese as well as various minerals and antioxidants. Raw kale is composed of 84% water, 9% carbohydrates, 4% protein and 1% fat. In a 100 g serving, raw kale provides 207 kilojoules (49 kilocalories) of food energy. Boiling raw kale diminishes most of these nutrients, while values for vitamins A, C, and K and manganese remain substantial.