Determining nutrient density of niche and cultural greens for improved nutrition in the US

Unlike traditional vegetables such as standard commercial varieties of broccoli or carrots, our niche cultural greens (which refers to greens that are popular with certain ethnic groups) are relatively new to most US consumers; nutritional information either has yet to be scientifically verified, or is generic to the commodity as whole without the specific variety taken into consideration. Utilizing AOAC reccomended methods for testing and analysis by a nutrition expert andsupporting consultation from theAcademy of Nutrition and Dietetics, we plan to present accurate, relevant, and scientifically-proven nutritional information for these specialty greens. Thiswill result in a better understanding of the nutritional content of niche, cultural greens and allow consumers to make informed decisions that will ultimately increase healthy living and reduce the prevalence of health-related issues like childhood obesity.