Vegetables fruits benefits

Nutrition in human health.

At present, the population of India has reached about 1.28 billion. It is estimated that by 2030, India's population will reach about 1.47 billion, then India will become the most densely populated country in the world. Then nutritional security in India will be a major challenge. Vegetables can be called a goldmine in nutritional security. Vegetables are mainly considered to be a good source of vitamins, minerals, glucosinolates, phenols, food fibers and carotenoids, whose regular consumption can solve the problem of nutrition in human health.

Helpful in our health protection

Bioactive compounds in vegetables Some bioactive compounds are found in almost all vegetables and these bioactive compounds are directly or indirectly helpful in our health protection. Following are the description of some bioactive vegetables.

Tomato benefits

Tomato (Tamatar) is an important vegetable of Solanaceae family which is used not only in India but all over the world. It is a good source of minerals and vitamins. It is also considered a good source of food system. Tomatoes are rich in potassium, folate, vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin E. Some bioactive compounds such as lycopene, beta-carotene, alpha-carotene, lutein, zeaxanthin and phenolic compounds are also found in sufficient quantities in tomatoes along with vitamins and minerals, which contribute significantly to human health.

Aubergine brinjal for health

Brinjal (Eggplant, aubergine, bengan) caffeoylputrescine, 5-Caffeoylquinic acid and 3-acetyl-5-caffeoylquinic acid are found in sufficient quantities, whis a popular vegetable of Solanaceae family. This vegetable is grown in sub-tropical and tropical regions. Brinjal contains phenolic compounds of mineral salts and vitamins in sufficient quantity, which act like a good antioxidant. Phenolic compounds such as N-ich act as a good antioxidant in human health and eliminate free radicals.

Bitter gourd Provides antioxidants

Bitter gourd (karhwa loki .kryla) is a tropical and sub-tropical, annual vegetable of Cucurbitaceae family. It is grown in Asia and Africa. Bitter gourd is a good source of phenolic phytochemicals. Bitter gourd also contains stable phenolic compounds such as gallic acid, caffeic acid and catechins. On the basis of some experimental work it has been found that By using bitter gourd leaf and fruit juice, it provides sufficient amount of antioxidants to the body, so that the danger of free radicals present in the body can be avoided. The use of bitter gourd juice is also beneficial in diabetes.

Pumpkin benefits

Pumpkin (Cucurbita massachata. kadu) and related species (Cucurbita pepo and Cucurbita maxima) are important vegetables of the Cucurbitaceae family. We can use this vegetable in both ripe and semi-ripe stage. Pumpkin is considered to be a good source of vitamins and minerals and besides this, bioactive compounds are also found in sufficient quantity in pumpkin. Pumpkin is rich in carotenoids such as beta-carotene and lutein, which act as good antioxidants .Pumpkin also contains alpha-carotene, zeaxanthin, biolaxanthin, beta-carotene, 5-6-epoxide, beta-cryptoxanthin, luteoxanthin and neoxanthin in small amounts. Protein-rich polysaccharides are also found in Cucurbits species. Which has a hypoglycemic effect. The oil is extracted from the unsprouted seeds of the pumpkin and the oil obtained from the sprouted seeds Protein affects hypoglycemic disease. Pumpkin's polysaccharides and oil both show anti hyper cholesteremia effects.

Carrot benefits

Carrot (Daucus carota, gajar) is a root vegetable that plays an important role in human nutrition. It is considered a good source of vitamins, minerals and food system, as well as carrots are considered a good source of water-loving and anti-oxidants. Antioxidants present in carrots such as beta carotene, alpha carotene, lutein and lycopene play an important role in human health. Xan thophylls lutein present in yellow carrot is an essential bioactive compound. Which helps in getting rid of the problem of cataract in humans along with aging. Lycopene is an active ingredient that prevents prostate cancer and free radicals from growing in the body. Therefore, by consuming carrots on a daily basis, a person can remain healthy and good. In addition to anti-inflammatory antioxidants, black carrots are a good source of hydrophilic antioxidants such as phenolics, flavonoids and anthocyanins.

Radish benefits

Radish (Raphanus sativus. mooli) is another important root vegetable which is widely used in India. Radish is rich in vitamin C and along with this mineral salts are also found in it. Radish also contains about 0.6 percent protein, 0.3 percent fat, 0.6 percent minerals, 0.6 percent fiber and 6.8 percent other carbohydrates are found. The pungent taste in radish is due to the gaseous isothiocyanate present in it and due to the presence of anthocyanin pigment in the radish, the radish is also found to be pink red in color, so the consumption of radish is nutritionally important.

Broccoli benefits

Broccoli (Brassica oleracea species gobigandal), also known as broccoli, occupies an important place among vegetables due to its multi-dimensional beneficial properties of its species (Italica) in human health. Broccoli is also rich in vitamins, minerals and food fibers. Green cauliflower also works to collect selenium element from the soil. in green cauliflowerFolic acid is found in approximately 70-90 micrograms/100 grams. Green cauliflower is rich in lutein, beta-carotene and alpha-tocopheral, which are fat-soluble antioxidants. Therefore, by consuming green cauliflower daily, many diseases can be got rid of.

Cabbage  benefits

Cabbage (Brassica oleracea species capitata gobi) is also an important vegetable. The product made from cabbage by fermentation method is given to the person affected by scurvy disease due to the high vitamin C content. Cabbage also contains bioactive compounds such as glucosinolates, phenolics and carotenoids, which contribute significantly to the preservation of human health.

Cucumber benefits

Cucumber (Cucumis sativus kheera) is grown in a large area in India. Along with vitamin B, vitamin C in cucumber, calcium, phosphorus, iron and potassium are also found in sufficient quantity. Cucumber is useful in curing jaundice, constipation and digestion. Cucumber kohm is mainly used as a salad. Cucumber is a good source of lignins Lignins are food for bacteria found in the gastrointestinal tract, which makes it helpful in preventing estrogen cancer. In this way, many diseases can be avoided by eating cucumber.

Watermelon benefits

Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus trbooz) is often found in tropical areas. Mineral salts such as potassium, iron, vitamin A, thiamine and riboflavin are found in sufficient quantities in the edible part of watermelon. Watermelon is also considered a source of vitamin C. Watermelon contains more lycopene than other vegetables. Watermelon is considered a good source of antioxidants. Watermelon is also used in the treatment of urinary diseases.

Drumstick benefits

Drumstick (Moringa species sengry) is a versatile as well as highly horticultural tree. The use of every part of drumstick holds an important place in human nutrition. Drumstick leaves, roots and pods are very important in human health from the point of view of medicine. Drumstick root is used in ointments, which are beneficial in scurvy disease, cold and dry wounds etc. Due to the abundance of vitamin 'C', protein and iron in drumstick leaves, it is used in medical terms.Usage also plays an important role. Drumstick leaves are used to cure diarrhoea, intestinal diseases and ulcers. Drumstick seeds are used to reduce high blood pressure as well as keep drinking water clean. Therefore drumstick is important for human health from both social and health point of view.

Vegetables benefits 

Most vegetables are naturally low in fat and calories. Vegetables are important sources of many nutrients, including potassium, dietary fiber, folate, vitamin A, and vitamin C. Diets rich in potassium may help to maintain healthy blood pressure.

Hop shoots vegetable

Hop shoots are a special vegetable. You aren't likely to see them for sale in any store. Hop plants (Humulus lupulus) are grown commercially for their mature flowers called "hop cones" - an essential ingredient in brewing modern beer. hop shoots vegetable.

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