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Radishes

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The radish is an edible root vegetable of the Brassicaceae family that was domesticated in Europe in pre-Roman times. Radishes are grown and consumed throughout the world, being mostly eaten raw as a crunchy salad vegetable.

Health Benefits

  • Radish is known to control damage to our red blood cells, and in the process also increases oxygen supply to the blood.

  • If you eat it as part of your daily salad intake, without going overboard of course, radish also provides your system with ample roughage and fibers, therefore improving your digestion. It also regulates bile production, safeguards your liver and the gall bladder, and is great for taking care of water retention.

  • Radishes are a good source for anthocyanins that keep our hearts functioning properly, reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Plus they are high on vitamin C, folic acid, and flavonoids too.

  • Radish also provides your body with potassium, which can help lower your blood pressure, and keep your blood flow in control, especially if you are known to suffer from hypertension. According to Ayurveda, radish is believed to have a cooling effect on the blood.

  • Given that the radish has high vitamin C, it can protect you from common cold and cough, and improve your basic immunity system. But you must consume it regularly. It also controls the development of harmful free radicals, inflammation and early ageing.

Nutrition Details

  • B1
    • Amount per serving: 1%
    • Serving size: 3.5oz
  • B2
    • Amount per serving: 3%
    • Serving size: 3.5oz
  • B3
    • Amount per serving: 2%
    • Serving size: 3.5oz
  • B5
    • Amount per serving: 3%
    • Serving size: 3.5oz

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