Radish is called "Little Ginseng" in China. In winter, it has become a frequent visitor to every household's table. Modern nutrition research shows that radish is rich in nutrients, carbohydrates and vitamins, and the content of vitamin C is 8- 10 times higher than that of pear.
Radish contains a variety of trace elements, which can induce human body to produce interferon. White radish is rich in vitamin C. Vitamin C is an antioxidant, which can inhibit melanin synthesis, prevent fat oxidation and prevent fat deposition.
Radish contains a lot of plant protein, vitamin C and folic acid, which can clean blood and skin, lower cholesterol and help maintain vascular elasticity.
Radish (scientific name: RaphanussativusL. ) is a biennial or millet in Cruciferae, with a height of 20- 100 cm, straight roots, oblong, spherical or conical flesh, green, white or red skin, branched stems, hairless and slightly frosty. The raceme is terminal and axillary, with white or pink flowers and a pedicel length of 1- 1.5 cm. The flowering period is April-May and the fruiting period is May-June.
Historical research The original species of radish originated from wild radish on the warm coast of Europe and Asia. Radish is one of the oldest cultivated crops in the world. As early as 4,500 years ago, radish has become an important food in Egypt. Widely cultivated in all parts of China.
Radish roots are eaten as vegetables; Seeds, fresh roots, withered roots and leaves are all used as medicine. Seeds can help digest and eliminate phlegm. Fresh roots can quench thirst and help digestion. Dry roots help defecation. Leaves can cure early dysentery and prevent dysentery. Seeds can be used in oil extraction industry and food.