Ruccola: health benefits

16 June 2017, 22:10 | Health 
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Rukkola is a plant from the family of cabbage. It is also known under such names as the Indow, the caterpillar, the eruka and the rocket. The indisputable usefulness of this popular and savory plant is determined by the rich composition.

Rukkola is a plant from the family of cabbage. It is also known under such names as the Indow, the caterpillar, the eruka and the rocket. The indisputable usefulness of this popular and savory plant is determined by the rich composition.

In the arugula contains a truly indescribable amount of necessary substances and vitamins. Namely, these are trace elements such as copper, iron, selenium, manganese and zinc. Also, it contains macronutrients: magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, calcium and sodium. Ruccola, whose usefulness is irrefutable, contains within itself such vitamins as B1-B4, B5 and B6, as well as B9, ascorbic acid, vitamin A, phylloquinone and tocopherol. The young shoots of the plant are rich in iodine, which is only needed for the inhabitants of remote locations from the sea, and flavonoids promote the strengthening of blood vessels. Rukkola is very useful for those who suffer from thrombophlebitis, venous scarcity and attacks of hypertension.

The highest content of macro- and microelements with vitamins in this plant provides a surge of energy. The use of arugula can quickly bring the human body to tone, increase efficiency, prevent the development of cancerous tumors and restore the water-salt balance. With all these positive qualities, it is especially pleasant that the energy value of the plant is very small and is only 25 kcal per 100 g. That's why arugula, the utility of which does not need additional advertising, is particularly popular among fans of different diets.

The constant use of arugula promotes the establishment of metabolic processes, strengthening the nervous system and improving digestion, in addition, it is not substitute for patients with diabetes mellitus. Rukkola is useful in depression and stress, with reduced hemoglobin, it also removes excess cholesterol. The greenery of this useful herb is a storehouse of vitamins and microelements for ladies during pregnancy and lactation.

Ruccola, the utility of which is already invaluable, has a diuretic and disinfectant effect, it makes it possible to alleviate the state of the body with gout and inflammatory processes in the urogenital system and kidneys. Beta carotene improves the condition of nails and skin, grants health to hair. Ruccola oil prevents loss of hair and strengthens hair follicles.

This useful plant is especially great for those who dream of losing a few extra pounds. Dietitians all over the world advise from time to time to arrange for yourself a day of loading, in the menu of which there will be only ruccola. Vitamins in green will provide the body with the right amount of energy, and a small amount of calories will be able to get rid of excess weight.

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