Before the appearance of potatoes in Russia, turnips were considered the second bread. The root crop was not only eaten, but also used as a therapeutic agent. This article is devoted to the beneficial properties of the vegetable for the female body.

Turnip properties for a woman’s body

Turnips should be eaten by women at any age, its regular use will help to strengthen health and external beauty. Due to the composition saturated with chemical elements, the root crop has a wide range of properties.

Benefit

The root crop contains the so-called female vitamins and minerals that support youth, beauty and the reproductive system of the fair sex.

• This is what turnip is useful for:
• B vitamins play an important role in the normal functioning of the endocrine and hormonal systems. They improve brain function, calm the nervous system and normalize sleep;
• tocopherols and retinol contribute to the regeneration and rejuvenation of cells of the whole body, allowing a woman to look younger than her age. Vitamins strengthen the function of vision, which is important at any age. Antioxidants support healthy hair, nails and skin;
• minerals support the heart muscle and blood vessels, enrich the blood with oxygen and maintain the desired level of hemoglobin;
• the use of root vegetables normalizes the production of hormones, which is important both in adolescence and during menopause;
• vitamin K and pyridoxine in turnips relieve menstrual pain, reduce bleeding;
• for women in the position, regular use of the fetus will make up for the lack of folic acid, calcium, zinc and other elements necessary for the normal development of the fetus;
• Magnesium in the composition is useful for older ladies to strengthen bones, which will also serve as a prevention of osteoporosis.

Did you know? Bioenergy say: turnip contains a special energy, which is the building material for the human subtle body.

Harm

Side effects can cause excessive consumption of raw root crops.

• The negative effect of the use:
• heartburn;
• bloating;
• renal colic;
• allergy.

The norm is the use of no more than 200 g of product per day.

Contraindications

Turnip is rich in essential oils and organic acids, which can trigger an exacerbation of certain diseases, so the product can not be used for such diseases:

• chronic ulcer and gastritis;
• severe diabetes mellitus;
• diseases of the genitourinary system;
• endocrine diseases.

The chemical composition, calories and nutritional value of turnips

The composition of the fetus is rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which are important for the health of the body.

In addition, the composition contains a large number of vitamins and minerals:

• vitamins - A, E, C, B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B9, K, PP;
• minerals - potassium, calcium, magnesium, sodium, phosphorus, iron, manganese, copper, selenium, zinc.

The calorie content of the root crop is 32 kcal / 100 g of product.

The nutritional value:

• proteins - 1.5 g;
• fats - 0.1 g;
• carbohydrates - 6.2 g;
• fiber - 1.9 g;
• water - 89.5 g.

Did you know? From ancient Egyptian papyrus found by archaeologists, it is known that turnips fed the slaves involved in the construction of the pyramids and tombs of the pharaohs.

Turnip application

Due to its rich composition and many useful properties, turnip is used in traditional medicine and in home cosmetology.

In folk medicine

For the preparation of infusions and decoctions, the root pulp is used, fresh juice is used for medicinal purposes.

Folk remedies help against such diseases:

• cold;
• ARVI;
• gastrointestinal problems;
• cough (asthma, bronchitis);
• atherosclerosis (prevention);
• varicose veins;
• skin diseases;
• dental problems.

  

With respiratory and viral diseases, diseases of the internal organs, the juice or decoction is taken orally. Compresses and lotions are prepared from the pulp to treat wounds, ulcers or skin inflammations. Diseases of the throat and inflammation of the oral mucosa are treated by rinsing with a decoction or turnip juice. In the cold season, juice is drunk to prevent and strengthen the immune system, adding lemon juice or honey.

Important! Freshly squeezed root juice is highly concentrated, it is recommended to dilute it with boiled water 2: 1.

The glucoraphin element, together with omega acids, which are present in turnips, is an effective means of preventing malignant tumors. The same acids and sterol reduce the risk of atherosclerosis and varicose veins. Antibiotics and phytoncides can inhibit pathogenic bacteria in the intestines.

Lotions from grated root crops significantly facilitate the condition of patients with gout and rheumatism.

For cosmetic purposes

Turnip is popular not only in home, but also in industrial cosmetology. It is no secret that vitamins A, E, C are present as ingredients in cosmetics.

The presence of these and other useful elements in the composition of turnips caused such cosmetic properties of the product:

• hydration;
• nutrition;
• lifting effect;
• rejuvenation;
• anti-inflammatory effect;
• strengthening (hair, nails);
• regeneration;
• decongestant property;
• skin tone smoothing;
• reduction and purification of pores.

Masks for various skin types and hair are prepared from the pulp of the root crop at home. Lotions of juice with the addition of green tea or potato juice eliminate facial swelling. Anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial action is used to eliminate acne and blackheads.

Important! Masks made from fresh turnip pulp should be tested on the skin of the elbow: due to the presence of essential oils, irritation may occur.

Turnip is an ideal product for weight loss, low-calorie root crops are rich in dietary fiber, protein and carbohydrates. This allows you to satisfy the feeling of hunger, without gaining extra pounds. Fiber sweeps out all the accumulated toxins and toxins from the body, minerals and vitamins regulate the metabolism, remove excess fluid. It is enough in your diet to replace boiled root vegetables with potato dishes, and the weight will quickly come to the desired rate.

Features of using turnips

The root crop, of course, is a storehouse of useful elements, but there are conditions in which some foods from the diet need to be excluded or consumed with caution.

During pregnancy

Regular use during the period of carrying the baby will help the expectant mother in such situations:

• lack of vitamins;
• toxicosis;
• hair loss and brittleness;
• weak immunity;
• sleep disturbances;
• nervous stress;
• impaired metabolism.

Given the presence of aggressive substances, a pregnant pregnant root vegetable should be eaten no more than 2 times a week. It is advisable to use the product boiled, stewed or baked. It is not recommended to eat meals in the evening, because turnip has a diuretic effect.

While breastfeeding

During lactation, raw root crops are prohibited: it can cause negative consequences in a child:

• stomach pains;
• disorder;
• sleep disturbance;
• an allergy.

You can only use boiled vegetable or steamed. The first time you can eat no more than 40-50 g of product. Then observe the baby’s reaction: if there are no negative consequences, then the child’s body takes the product. However, you should not eat more than one root crop per week.

Additional home cooking tips

The most delicious and healthy fruits are small, the size of the girth of the palm. The surface should be flat and clean, without suspicious stains.

Cooking Tips:

1. You can remove the bitterness from the pulp by scalding it with boiling water.
2. The whole fruit is cooked for approximately 25 minutes.
3. Steamed vegetables in the diet menu can replace potatoes in vegetable salads or soups.
4. To prepare desserts from the root, it is soaked for a couple of hours in cold and then in hot water.
5. Can be combined with any vegetables, herbs, mushrooms and meat.
6. You can pickle for the winter.

Turnip is an undeservedly forgotten product. But, having learned about its useful properties, any housewife will want to diversify her menu with this valuable root crop.