Endive

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Vitamins and Minerals

Endive contains Vitamin K1, Vitamin K2, Vitamin A, kaempferol, and antioxidants.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text woodmart_inline=”no” text_larger=”no” el_class=”essen”]

Essential to (Body parts/Functions)

Endive helps you to lose weight and prevent osteoporosis. It regulates blood sugar levels and reduces the risk of diabetes. It improves bowel movement and prevents the suffering from constipation. It is also beneficial to promote a healthy pregnancy. Endive can also be used to make your skin healthy. It also improves eyesight and lessens the symptoms of insomnia.

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Origin and Usage

The endive was dfdgated from Egypt and Indonesia. It is cultivated in Europe for the first time in the 16th century. To cultivate this plant nutrient-rich, well drained, and light soil is needed. It is a leaf vegetable and belongs to the daisy family. It is slightly sweet and bitter in taste. It has a lot of moisture that gives it a clean flavor. Endive is used mainly in salads. It can also be roasted and grilled.

Varieties and types

Endive has mainly three types. Frisee, Escarole, and Curly Endive. Curly Endive is also known as Chicory.

Production

France is the largest producer of Endive. Belgium and Netherlands are also the major producers of Endive.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]