TURNIPS – HEALTH BENEFITS AND SIDE EFFECTS

TURNIPS – HEALTH BENEFITS AND SIDE EFFECTS

Turnip is a round, apple-sized, herbaceous plant grown across the world and belongs to the family Brassicaceae. A light purple blush appears around the top of the turnip when it is exposed to sunlight, which looks amazing.

NUTRITIONAL VALUE PER 100 GRAMS OF TURNIP 

Nutrient                               Value

1. Calories                              28
2. Total Fat                              0.1 gm
3. Sodium                               67 mg
4. Potassium                          191 mg
5. Carbohydrates                  6 gm
6. Protein                                0.9 gm
7. Calcium                              0.03% of the Daily Value (DV)
8. Vitamin C                           35% of the DV
9. Iron                                     1% of the DV
10. Vitamin B-6                      5% of the DV
11. Magnesium                      2% of the DV

HEALTH BENEFITS OF TURNIPS

After going through the nutritional facts, let us discuss the amazing benefits of turnips thoroughly.

Good for Heart Health

Potassium present in vegetables or fruits acts to reduce strains on blood vessels and arteries by lowering blood pressure and turnip contains potassium in high value which prevent risks of heart attacks and strokes. Further presence of dietary fiber in this vegetable removes excess cholesterol from the heart and keeps your heart in good shape.

 May be Good for the Digestive System

The high content of dietary fiber in turnip adds bulk to stool and facilitates its movement through the digestive system and this eliminates many digestion-related problems like bloating, diarrhea, and constipation. 

May Helps to Fight Cancer

Several anti-oxidants like Vitamin E, Vitamin C, manganese, and beta-carotene are present in this valuable vegetable which help prevent the harmful effects of free radicals. Further, turnip contains the Sulforaphane compound which has anti-cancer properties.

May Help against inflammation 

The leaves of turnip contain omega-3 fatty acids with Vitamin K which help to lower inflammation and lowers cholesterol levels ultimately beneficial for people suffering from gout, arthritis, or chronic pain.

May Good for Bones

This vegetable is enriched with calcium and potassium which not only keep your bones healthy but also give supports the production of connective tissues. Hence, the consumption of turnips in the diet helps to reduce joint damage also.

May Help Reduce Anemia

Iron is a major component of hemoglobin present in red blood cells and deficiency of iron is the leading cause of anemia. Luckily, this vegetable is enriched with iron, and the consumption of turnips in your diet may help in struggling with weakness from anemia.

May Promote Healthy Skin

Turnip is enriched with vitamins A & C, which are essential for healthy skin because vitamin A is important for skin physiology, which may help in the production of sebum and the prevention of acne. Further vitamin C also promotes collagen which provides structure to the skin and is responsible to keep the skin looking young.

SIDE EFFECTS OF TURNIPS

1. Patients with thyroid disorders should avoid eating turnips as it contains certain compounds that may affect the thyroid gland and may increase the disease. 
2. The nitrate drug patient also avoids consuming this vegetable and it contains a high amount of nitrate which can be harmful to you.
3. As this vegetable belongs to the cruciferous family and as per its property eating them in excess may cause gas and stomach pain.