Although a variety of beet, chard does not have an enlarged root, but does have large leaves and juicy stalks that are often cooked as a vegetable. Chard is also called Swiss chard. The leaves and stalks are a good source of vitamins A, B, and C. Chard is popular as a home-garden plant because it is easy to grow, productive, and tolerant of moderate heat. Highly perishable, it is difficult to ship to distant markets.
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Magnesium is also essential for blood sugar regulation, and increasing your intake of magnesium-rich foods, like Swiss chard, could reduce your risk of developing diabetes.1920
7.—Jillian Kubala, Health, 26 Nov. 2024 On the other side of the wall, his sister’s deck has terraced beds replete with lettuce and chard.—Erica Gies, Scientific American, 1 Dec. 2018 The chard overwintered under row cover (fabric coverings) along with other greens.—Bon Appétit, 3 May 2024 The chard and the half-and-half create a sort of light broth at the bottom of the shakshuka, which holds so much flavor and is one of the dish’s charms.—Emily Weinstein, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for chard
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modification of French carde, from Occitan cardo, from Vulgar Latin *carda, alteration of Latin carduus thistle, cardoon
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