Know Knol Khol - The Cooling Agent

Kohlrabi is a German word for  “cabbage turnip” belongs to Gongylodes Group. It is part of the cruciferous vegetable family as with cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, collard greens and Brussels sprouts.

Although it looks like a root, it is actually a “swollen stem” that grows above the ground.  The texture of kohlrabi is similar to that of the broccoli’s stem, but is sweeter and milder in taste with a tinge of radish.

The purple kohlrabi is only colored on the outside.Internally,it is the same as the green kohlrabi that has a white-yellow flesh.

There are different types of kohlrabi available in the market:white and purple Danube,white and purple Vienna, and the grand duke. The kohlrabi can be eaten/juiced in its uncooked form or cooked with other vegetables,Kohlrabi is found to be rich in dietary fiber, carotenoids,vitamins A,C,K and the B vitamins.As with the other vegetables in this family,it is rich with various anti-oxidants that protect against colon and prostate cancer.

Besides the vitamins, this vegetable is also rich in calcium, potassium, iron, phosphorus, manganese and copper. Because of its rich potassium content, Kohlrabi is useful for keeping blood alkalinity that in turn helps many ailments.Health benefits of kohlrabi are very similar to those vegetables from the cruciferous family:

Acidosis:  The high level of potassium in kohlrabi makes it a useful ingredient to be included for making an alkalizing drink to counter over-acidification.

Asthma:  The high anti-oxidant levels in kohlrabi helps in fighting asthma and lung problems.  Include this vegetable regularly as your juice ingredient, possibly a good mix with carrots, celery and green apples.

Cancer:  The anti-cancer properties in kohlrabi help in destroying the cancer cells.  However, check with your doctor if you’re on medication or therapy.

Cholesterol level:  Kohlrabi juice when mixed with green apple juice help lower the cholesterol level in one’s body. The high content of phosphorus helps in initiating this action.

Heart problems: Kohlrabi’s rich potassium content helps control the heart rate and reducing risks of heart related problems. Drink kohlrabi juice after cardio exercises for better results.

Indigestion: Kohlrabi is useful in relieving indigestion. Make a juice using kohlrabi,carrot,celery and green apples which are calming to the digestive system,kohlrabi inhibits the conversion of sugar and other carbohydrates into fat.

Above are the few Health Benefits of the Kohlrabi (Knol Khol),Being the root rich in Minerals and anti oxidants.

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