A-Z Challenge 2014: ‘R’ for RADISH

Radish (मूली, முள்ளங்கி) is a root vegetable that I regularly use in my kitchen. I use it in sambar, as a salad, in raita or as filling for parathas. The taste needs a bit of getting used to as it is quite pungent. But once you acquire it, you will find that radish is both delicious and healthy.

Radish is a natural diuretic, helping the functioning of kidneys and bladder. It also helps reduce weight when added to your regular diet.

Incidentally, the red variety of radish is what the fairy tale character Rapunzel’s mother craves for when she’s pregnant.

Other health benefits of Radish (Source: www.health.india.com) 

• Reduces your risk of cancer
• Keeps your blood pressure in check
• Good for diabetics
• Beats cold and cough
• Helps you recover from jaundice
• Fights constipation
• Helps with weight loss

Radish - there are a few more varieties too