The parade of root crops
The Japanese have a respect for wasabi, the French have mustard, while we Slavs have a horse-radish. This is a strong stimulant of gastric secretion, so it is often recommended to those who have low acidity. Before the potatoes appeared in Europe in the 17th century, turnip, a relative of cabbage, was the main vegetable. Now her fame is returning: for example, the Japanese have brought out a salad variety that you can eat raw, while it is better to boil large root vegetables or bake. But the horse-radish is too active, therefore it is not necessary to take a fancy, and if there is a suspicion of any inflammation of the internal organs, it is necessary to consult with a doctor in advance. A sharp aroma and sharpness is a good remedy for germs: a few breaths - and a stuffy nose will bother less. A spoonful of horseradish will help if the throat just starts to hurt. This plant is used not only as a seasoning for meat or fish - it is put in broths and in kvass to give the dishes a thin sharp taste. By the way, soften horseradish will help sour cream: a mixture of 1: 1 - a wonderful useful sauce. Turnip - one of the mandatory components of a diet prescribed for obesity or diabetes, because at a low calorie (28 kcal per 100 g), it has a high nutritional value and a unique set of nutrients. A combination of ascorbic acid, potassium salts, phosphorus, calcium and iron favorable for assimilation. The sharp smell of horseradish is due to the presence of mustard essential oil.
This vegetable also helps purify the biliary tract and intestines due to natural enzymes and "soft" fiber. Potassium, vitamin C, glucoraphanin, which has a strong antioxidant and antitumor effect. Already the ancient Greeks and Romans knew about the healing and nutritional power of the celery root, the oil of which was used to treat the stomach and to heal wounds. Today, celery is used as a diuretic and anti-inflammatory agent. It helps strengthen bones and weight loss, increases tone and libido.
Swede
From this vegetable lanterns are obtained no worse than from a pumpkin. This can be seen in the Swiss town of Richtersville, where for more than a hundred years every autumn they have been hosting a festival of rutabaga. We have, unlike Europe, this vegetable is forgotten, but in vain - it is unpretentious and useful: it has an easy diuretic, diluting, expectorant properties. Very good rutabaga for maintaining immunity in chronic diseases of the upper respiratory tract. In addition, it is recommended to include in the diet for the prevention of edema on the legs, problems with the kidneys and the cardiovascular system. Earth pear, Jerusalem artichoke - under such names this vegetable is known to the peoples of the Mediterranean. In Europe, he came with the first ships that were returning from South America: the Indians were well aware of its amazing properties. Jerusalem artichoke accurately illustrates the aphorism of Hippocrates that "medicine must be food, and food is medicine." And not in vain, because root crops normalize lipid metabolism and control the level of glucose in the blood, which makes it an indispensable product in the diet of diabetics and those who seek to reduce weight. It also increases the overall tone and is useful for stabilizing blood pressure. Yes, and cook with him dishes is easy: in the raw form, add to salads or bake. In addition, Jerusalem artichoke can completely replace potatoes in the diet. It's nice that celery is universal: it can be eaten raw, added to soups, stew and even fruit salads. In dishes with it you can not use salt - its taste will replace the organic sodium contained in the vegetable. How and what to cook with celery? Dietary lunch or dinner! To do this, grate the miracle root on a grater, mix with slices of orange or apple and add a little cedar nuts.