2. A little pickled pea.

Despite the small size, capers are filled with powerful antioxidants that prevent cancer cells from changing your DNA. Additionally, capers help to breakdown food in your stomach, helping for easier digestion. The best way to incorporate these into your diet is to pair them with cooked meats, or fish. It's also great with eggs.

Additionally, capers are absolutely fantastic sources of fiber in your diet. They help soften hard stools and help you feel fuller longer. They may also prevent cardiovascular disease or at the very least lower your risk. A tablespoon of capers contains 3% of your daily fiber needs.

Capers are also high in vitamin K, which is a fat soluble vitamin crucial for the development of strong, healthy bones. It also plays a role in blood coagulation, helping to prevent excessive bleeding. Vitamin K is also helpful for the growth of new cells and plays a role in your nervous system health as well.

Capers, as small as they are, also contain high amounts of iron, ensuring that your red blood cells are healthy and can carry oxygen and nutrients throughout the body successfully. 1 tablespoon offers 2% of your daily need for iron.

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