❶ Russian Exotic: Super-healthy Vegetables You Don't Know About

A variety of exotic fruits and vegetables brought from afar have become very fashionable now. Mango, feijoa, avocado - all of them, of course, are very tasty and healthy, but in this overseas bustle you should not forget about the native Russian vegetables. By the way, in Russia there are also many unusual and very healthy vegetables that you should pay attention to. Location: Location:

Turnip. This root crop has been known in Russia for a long time and was the usual food of ordinary peasants. It was easy to grow turnips, and even easier to cook. After all, even to this day the expression "Easier than a steamed turnip" has come down. However, the turnip is not as simple as it might seem, this vegetable is a real storehouse of vitamins, trace elements and nutrients. No one knows that in terms of the content of ascorbic acid or vitamin C, turnip is superior not only to cabbage, but also to oranges. In addition, the root vegetables contain valuable vitamins, phosphorus and magnesium. Due to its healing properties, turnip is used in medicine as an expectorant, diuretic and restorative agent. Due to the high content of nutrients and low-calorie properties, turnip is considered an excellent dietary product and is even used in the diet of patients with diabetes.

Jerusalem artichoke (or earthen pear). It is rich in insulin, therefore it is an absolutely irreplaceable vegetable in the diet of patients with diabetes mellitus. In addition, Jerusalem artichoke contains many B vitamins, fluoride and potassium, therefore, it is useful for everyone who monitors the health of their heart and blood vessels, as well as cares about the beauty of teeth, hair and nails. There are many valuable nutrients in this vegetable, which is why dishes from earthen pears contribute to quick satiety. And since instead of starch, Jerusalem artichoke contains insulin, you can not fear for your figure and use it for dietary purposes.

Zucchini. In our country, no one pays any attention to these wonderful vegetables for a long time. And completely undeserved! Zucchini contains substances that contribute to a softer and more comfortable digestion and help the speedy healing of intestinal ulcers. That is why zucchini and dishes from them are prescribed for rehabilitation after bowel operations, as well as for the treatment of chronic colitis and ulcers. In addition, zucchini contains a lot of potassium and magnesium, which helps prevent cardiovascular disease. Zucchini seeds are packed with healthy fats that can help reduce allergies.

Rhubarb. For many, it grows safely in the garden, but not everyone knows that rhubarb is very useful for health. Its delicious stem contains many different acids, including ascorbic (vitamin C) and oxalic, as well as a whole range of nutrients, minerals and trace elements. Rhubarb dishes are used to treat diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, have a pronounced tonic effect and can be served as healthy sweet desserts that children will love. However, you should not get carried away with rhubarb, if used improperly, it can cause a rush of blood to the pelvic organs, attacks of ulcers and uterine contractions.