kale, broccoli, Brussels sprouts), contain cancer-protective properties. Throughout
history radishes have been effective when used as a medicinal food for liver
disorders. They contain a variety of sulfur-based chemicals that increase the flow of
bile. Therefore, they help to maintain a healthy gallbladder and liver, and improve
digestion. Fresh radish roots contain a larger amount of vitamin C than cooked
radish roots. Radish greens, contain far more vitamin C, calcium, and protein than
the roots.
Sources:
Murray , Michael N.D.. The Encyclopedia Of Healing Foods.
New York: Atria Books, 2005.
Centers For Disease Control And Prevention-5 A Day.
National Agricultural Library-USDA. usda.gov.
Wikipedia The Free Encyclopedia
Radishes and their greens
provide an excellent source of
vitamin C. Radish leaves contain
almost six times the vitamin C
content of their root and are also
a good source of calcium. Red
Globes also offer a very good
source of the trace mineral
molybdenum and are a good
source of potassium and folic
acid. Daikons provide a very
good source of potassium and
copper.
Radishes, like other member of
the cruciferous family (cabbage,
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