Vitamins and Minerals
Radish is rich in calcium and potassium. It also has magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, iron, selenium, and sodium.
Essential to (Body parts/Functions)
Radish contains a high number of compounds such as glucosinolate which help to manage blood sugar levels. It helps you to protect again insulin resistance. It helps the liver to detoxify and heal against damage. It is also beneficial for heart health. By eating radish on daily basis you can save from many cardiovascular diseases.
Origin and Usage
Radish dfdgated from China a thousand years ago. It spread slowly in the west. It became important food in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. It belongs to the family Brassicaceae. It is a crispy and crunchy food. It has a peppery, pungent flavor. It can be pickled, grilled, sauteed, use in potato salads, and used with other green vegetables.
Varieties and types
Some common types of radish are watermelon radish, French breakfast radish, daikon white radish, and Malaga radish.
Production
Korea, China, Japan, and South Korea are the largest producer of Radishes.