Radish is a vegetable that has white flesh and a thin white skin. It is known to be beneficial for health on account of its high nutritional value. It contains the vitamins A, B and C, iron, calcium and other elements that are good for one’s health. The vegetable can be eaten in its raw form, in salads or as an appetizer, or it can be eaten cooked. The health benefits associated with this particular vegetable are plenty. It is has been found to be helpful in digestive and respiratory problems, it aids in getting rid of nervous exhaustion and has also been found to be good for the gums, teeth, hair, nerves and nails. It can also help in both the treatment as well as the prevention of kidney stones. The juice obtained from ground radishes should be left overnight and consumed in the morning; this is particularly good for individuals who suffer from kidney stones.
Apart from this, the juice of the vegetable can act as a cleanser, diuretic and a disinfectant, and thus help in the treatment of several kidney-related ailments. It also facilitates digestion, and cures any constipation problems that one may have. It can help soothe both the excretory and digestive system, and hence is very often recommended for people suffering from piles. Furthermore, it contains certain sulfur based chemicals, which can regulate the flow and production of bile, which in turn helps in maintaining a healthy liver and gallbladder. The vegetable can also be used as an excellent detoxifier to cleanse the system. The benefits of this vegetable however do not end here.
Due to its anti congestive properties it has been found to be useful in a large number of respiratory conditions, such as asthma and bronchitis. It relieves the congestion that could be present in the respiratory system in these conditions. To add to the long list of its benefits, as it is high in vitamin content, it protects the respiratory system from a large number of infections. Radish is also known to possess cancer protective qualities. Apart from being valuable to one’s physical health, it is also good for the health of our skin. It is used in curing a large number of skin conditions. In fact raw radish has been found to be a good natural cleanser and an effective face pack as well. Thus, suffice it to say that radish has plenty of properties that are beneficial for our overall health and well being.