Description
Radish is a well-known plant that is high in vitamin C, potassium, and vitamin B6. Its content of ferulic acid makes radish ideal for skincare and slows down the aging process.
Possible Benefits
- May improve longevity
- May strengthen the immune system
- May boost cognitive function
- May improve cardiovascular health
- May help to detox your body
- May improve mood
- May improve stress level
Required Equipment
Fresh radish
How to Do It
Radish is consumed like any other vegetable, in salads, soups and other fresh preparations.
A famous recipe is "Garlic Roasted Radishes". You will need radishes, olive oil, butter, salt, pepper, and garlic. Put them in a dish and roast them in the oven for 20-25 minutes at 390ºF/200ºC.
Why it works
- They are high in vitamin C, which is crucial for strengthening the immune system and other cellular reactions.
- High in vitamin B6, which is crucial for the maintenance of the nervous system. In addition, flavonoids also improve nerve connections.
- Contains ferulic acid, which helps restore skin and other tissues, decreasing the signs of aging.
Time Commitment
20-40 minutes
Suggested Frequency
2 times per week
Time of Day
Any
Possible Side Effects
It can lower blood sugar.
It contains tannins, which may decrease the absorption of some medications.
Tips
- Eat them fresh for more benefits
- You can easily grow them at home
- Look for black radishes to add to your diet
Supporting Studies and Articles
Expand Collapse- Deciphering the Nutraceutical Potential of Raphanus sativus—A Comprehensive Overview. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6412475/
- Radish (Raphanus sativus) and Diabetes. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5622774/
- Phytochemical composition and biological activity of 8 varieties of radish (Raphanus sativus L.) sprouts and mature taproots. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21535648/
- Spanish black radish (Raphanus sativus L. Var. niger) diet enhances clearance of DMBA and diminishes toxic effects on bone marrow progenitor cells. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23061907/
- Flavonoids--food sources and health benefits. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25272572/
- Vitamin B-6. https://academic.oup.com/advances/article/6/1/132/4616668
- Potassium. https://academic.oup.com/advances/article/3/6/820/4644562
