Mangold is called differently leaf beet or spinach beet. This is a one -year variety of ordinary beet. He comes from the Mediterranean Sea area. Plant zNana was already in ancient timeswhere it was used by the Greeks and Romans as a remedy for many ailments.
Due to its origin, it is very popular in the regions of the Mediterranean. In Poland, however, it belongs to hardly available. Mangolda can be grown amateur and this is the most popular way to get a vegetable.
Mangold is grown only for edible leaves. They have a green color, but there are also those in shades of purple, purple. Some varieties of plant have characteristic white and silver nerves. The leaf tail may have a red, pink, orange or yellow color. Mangold root has a cylindrical shape and white or red flesh.
Mangold is a rich plant in B vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6) vitamin C, E and K. The minerals will complement the demand for zinc, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, selenium, iron. It is also a great source of antioxidants, specifically carotene and lutein. At the same time she is very low in calories because her 100 g will provide only 19 calories.
Thanks to this, mangold shows high Antioxidant properties. It will work on the body anti -inflammatory, analgesic and antiviral. It will build weakened immunity, help recover after infections. Antioxidants at the same time will delay premature aging processestaking care of the appearance and mind.
Mangolda should include in their diet pressure. This vegetable is full of nitrates that allow increased sodium excretion from the body. This results in the regulation of blood pressure and restoring its correct level. In addition, nitrates will stop platelet aggregation.
In addition, the content of nitrates makes mangold consumption It will improve muscle oxygenation. Such properties will allow Increasing efficiency and strength during intensive exercises. In addition, respiratory efficiency will improve during any physical effort.
Mangold also works for diabetics. The vegetable regularly eaten will help to reduce blood glucose. Thus, it will increase the sensitivity of cells to insulin. This means that it will prevent glucose fluctuations after meals.
The leaf beet is at the same time bone supporting properties. It contains large amounts of vitamin K and calcium. These will effectively affect the increase in bone mass, which will therefore be prevent the development of osteoporosis. They will reduce the risk of fractures, bone injuries, but also protect your teeth.
The last group of people who should definitely eat mangold are Patients struggling with anemia. The leaves contain large amounts of iron, the deficiency of which is one of the most common causes of anemia.
Leaf beetroot is a vegetable that somewhat resembles spinach and can successfully replace it in the kitchen. Perfect for both raw and after thermal treatment. It can be an element salad, diversify sandwiches, tortillas.
It can also be added to the heat For casseroles, pasta. Works as a stuffing element for pancakes, dumplings, croquettes.
Source: NowowoPuje.pl
