Minerals in Arugula Help Control Blood Pressure
Arugula contains significant amounts of the three specific minerals that help control your blood pressure -- calcium, magnesium and potassium. All three play an important role in helping your blood vessels to relax, thereby promoting healthy blood pressure levels. Although arugula isn’t a top source of potassium, it does boost your intake of the nutrient -- a 2-cup serving contains about 150 micrograms, or roughly 3 percent of the 4,700 micrograms of potassium recommended for healthy adults. Arugula is richer in calcium and magnesium -- a 2-cup serving of the leafy green vegetable provides 6 percent and 5 percent of the recommended daily values for calcium and magnesium, respectively, based on a 2,000-calorie diet.