What good are the responsibility of the radish to the body!
Today, radish is one of the somewhat forgotten products. And, by the way, it is completely undeserved, because it contains a lot of vitamins and minerals. At the same time, it has very few calories.
Which radish is more useful: black or green
Although the taste of green radish is slightly softer, in fact, black is more useful. Its sharpness is a consequence of the higher content of essential oils. It also contains more iron, potassium and magnesium than green. And black radish is considered a champion in the content of amino acids, which are necessary for the proper functioning of all systems in general and for improving immunity in particular. Black radish also contains organic acids that stimulate metabolic processes.
Green radish contains less of these components, so it is not so useful. But it acts softer, its more pleasant taste is due to the fact that it contains fewer substances that cause increased production of gastric juice. Therefore, in contrast to the black radish green can be easy to eat even in cases of gastritis.
Composition and caloric content
Black radish is considered a root vegetable with a low energy value – only 36 kcal per 100 g. But its unique chemical composition makes it an excellent remedy for the treatment of viral infections, rheumatism and joint pain. It is widely used in cosmetology and folk medicine due to the presence of all these substances.
The composition of black radish includes:
Glycosides. These are substances that have antimicrobial properties.
Lysozyme. A natural antibacterial substance that suppresses the development of bacteria and even some types of fungi.
Volatile. They have antiseptic and immunomodulatory properties.
Mustard oils. They give the root crop a characteristic bitterness, although in principle they are also considered useful.
Minerals, including phosphorus (accelerates metabolic processes and improves cognitive functions), zinc, which has anti-inflammatory properties, as well as calcium, which normalizes blood pressure. In addition, radish contains potassium, iron (necessary for normal blood circulation), sodium, etc.
Ascorbic acid, B vitamins (riboflavin, thiamine, folic acid), K and A (retinol). All these substances are especially necessary in the cold season to normalize the metabolism, improve the condition of blood vessels, and the proper functioning of the nervous system.
In addition, black radish contains a lot of fiber, which helps to cleanse the intestines and improve digestion. However, it should be treated with caution. The fact is that this is a rather coarse fiber, it is not suitable for everyone, because it can provoke gastrointestinal diseases-provided that a person already has problems (for example, an exacerbation of a chronic form of gastritis). In addition, due to the bitterness caused by these oils, nutritionists recommend including radish in the diet no more than 3 times a week.
General use
The healing properties of black radish were known in ancient times. Modern research has only confirmed what the ancient doctors and folk healers knew and so on. Black radish has anti-inflammatory properties, and this is partly due to the content of phytoncides, which can be called natural antibiotics.
It helps in the treatment of bronchitis and ARVI, accompanied by cough.
It is a preventive remedy for viral diseases, as it strengthens the body's immune system and provides it with energy.
Contains active compounds necessary for the strengthening of vascular walls
Thanks to the presence of fiber, it helps to regulate the digestive process and prevent dysbiosis, since such dietary fibers serve as food for beneficial microorganisms.
There is also a theory that regular consumption of black radish juice helps to remove gallstones from the gallbladder, but it has not received scientific confirmation. In addition, not all stones can be removed without surgery because of their size and chemical composition. In general, doctors often believe that it is better to use not the pulp with an excess of fiber, but its juice. It contains all the same useful substances, but does not cause attacks of flatulence and bloating.
Radish in cosmetology
For the face
Due to its unique composition, black radish is widely used in home cosmetology. For example, on its basis, you can prepare the following products:
Nourishing mask. Take one root vegetable, grind on a grater, select 1 tablespoon of the resulting mass, mix with 1 teaspoon of flower honey and 1 tablespoon of fat sour cream, add a little olive oil. This product is applied to the pre-cleansed and lubricated with a nourishing cream face skin in one layer. If there is an unpleasant burning sensation, it is better to immediately wash off the composition. If they are not, you can apply a second layer. After 10 minutes, the mask is washed off with warm water, and then again washed with cool and apply a nourishing cream. The product not only nourishes the skin, but also tightens it, gives a healthy color.
Mask for oily skin. Take 1 tablespoon of crushed radish pulp mixed with beaten raw egg yolk. The product is applied to the skin for 20 minutes, then removed with a cotton pad soaked in weak green tea. After 10 minutes, you can fully wash with cool water.
Anti-aging mask. Take 2 tablespoons of finely grated radish, mix with 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed aloe juice and the same amount of green tea tea. All the ingredients are thoroughly mixed and applied to the pre-prepared face skin for 15 minutes, then washed off with cool water.
Quite caustic substances contained in the pulp of radish, help to get rid of freckles. Different recipes are used for this purpose. For example, the juice is extracted from the grated pulp, diluted with clean water in equal proportions, and the problem areas of the skin are wiped with a cotton pad soaked in this liquid. The procedure should be repeated in the morning and in the evening. It also has a whitening effect.
You can make a simpler mask. Radish is thoroughly washed, peeled, cut into the thinnest slices. They are applied to the problem areas of the face, pre-lubricated with cosmetic oil. This application is kept on the skin for about 20-25 minutes, if there is no burning sensation. Then the slices are removed, and the face is then wiped with a swab soaked in cool milk. After 15-20 minutes, wash with cool water.
Which radish is more useful: black or green
Although the taste of green radish is slightly softer, in fact, black is more useful. Its sharpness is a consequence of the higher content of essential oils. It also contains more iron, potassium and magnesium than green. And black radish is considered a champion in the content of amino acids, which are necessary for the proper functioning of all systems in general and for improving immunity in particular. Black radish also contains organic acids that stimulate metabolic processes.
Green radish contains less of these components, so it is not so useful. But it acts softer, its more pleasant taste is due to the fact that it contains fewer substances that cause increased production of gastric juice. Therefore, in contrast to the black radish green can be easy to eat even in cases of gastritis.
Composition and caloric content
Black radish is considered a root vegetable with a low energy value – only 36 kcal per 100 g. But its unique chemical composition makes it an excellent remedy for the treatment of viral infections, rheumatism and joint pain. It is widely used in cosmetology and folk medicine due to the presence of all these substances.
The composition of black radish includes:
Glycosides. These are substances that have antimicrobial properties.
Lysozyme. A natural antibacterial substance that suppresses the development of bacteria and even some types of fungi.
Volatile. They have antiseptic and immunomodulatory properties.
Mustard oils. They give the root crop a characteristic bitterness, although in principle they are also considered useful.
Minerals, including phosphorus (accelerates metabolic processes and improves cognitive functions), zinc, which has anti-inflammatory properties, as well as calcium, which normalizes blood pressure. In addition, radish contains potassium, iron (necessary for normal blood circulation), sodium, etc.
Ascorbic acid, B vitamins (riboflavin, thiamine, folic acid), K and A (retinol). All these substances are especially necessary in the cold season to normalize the metabolism, improve the condition of blood vessels, and the proper functioning of the nervous system.
In addition, black radish contains a lot of fiber, which helps to cleanse the intestines and improve digestion. However, it should be treated with caution. The fact is that this is a rather coarse fiber, it is not suitable for everyone, because it can provoke gastrointestinal diseases-provided that a person already has problems (for example, an exacerbation of a chronic form of gastritis). In addition, due to the bitterness caused by these oils, nutritionists recommend including radish in the diet no more than 3 times a week.
General use
The healing properties of black radish were known in ancient times. Modern research has only confirmed what the ancient doctors and folk healers knew and so on. Black radish has anti-inflammatory properties, and this is partly due to the content of phytoncides, which can be called natural antibiotics.
It helps in the treatment of bronchitis and ARVI, accompanied by cough.
It is a preventive remedy for viral diseases, as it strengthens the body's immune system and provides it with energy.
Contains active compounds necessary for the strengthening of vascular walls
Thanks to the presence of fiber, it helps to regulate the digestive process and prevent dysbiosis, since such dietary fibers serve as food for beneficial microorganisms.
There is also a theory that regular consumption of black radish juice helps to remove gallstones from the gallbladder, but it has not received scientific confirmation. In addition, not all stones can be removed without surgery because of their size and chemical composition. In general, doctors often believe that it is better to use not the pulp with an excess of fiber, but its juice. It contains all the same useful substances, but does not cause attacks of flatulence and bloating.
Radish in cosmetology
For the face
Due to its unique composition, black radish is widely used in home cosmetology. For example, on its basis, you can prepare the following products:
Nourishing mask. Take one root vegetable, grind on a grater, select 1 tablespoon of the resulting mass, mix with 1 teaspoon of flower honey and 1 tablespoon of fat sour cream, add a little olive oil. This product is applied to the pre-cleansed and lubricated with a nourishing cream face skin in one layer. If there is an unpleasant burning sensation, it is better to immediately wash off the composition. If they are not, you can apply a second layer. After 10 minutes, the mask is washed off with warm water, and then again washed with cool and apply a nourishing cream. The product not only nourishes the skin, but also tightens it, gives a healthy color.
Mask for oily skin. Take 1 tablespoon of crushed radish pulp mixed with beaten raw egg yolk. The product is applied to the skin for 20 minutes, then removed with a cotton pad soaked in weak green tea. After 10 minutes, you can fully wash with cool water.
Anti-aging mask. Take 2 tablespoons of finely grated radish, mix with 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed aloe juice and the same amount of green tea tea. All the ingredients are thoroughly mixed and applied to the pre-prepared face skin for 15 minutes, then washed off with cool water.
Quite caustic substances contained in the pulp of radish, help to get rid of freckles. Different recipes are used for this purpose. For example, the juice is extracted from the grated pulp, diluted with clean water in equal proportions, and the problem areas of the skin are wiped with a cotton pad soaked in this liquid. The procedure should be repeated in the morning and in the evening. It also has a whitening effect.
You can make a simpler mask. Radish is thoroughly washed, peeled, cut into the thinnest slices. They are applied to the problem areas of the face, pre-lubricated with cosmetic oil. This application is kept on the skin for about 20-25 minutes, if there is no burning sensation. Then the slices are removed, and the face is then wiped with a swab soaked in cool milk. After 15-20 minutes, wash with cool water.