Horseradish is a natural antibiotic that contains so-called phytoncides - antimicrobial substances that are completely devoid of the disadvantages inherent in synthetic antibiotics.
Common phytoncides are found in all plants, but they are present in especially large quantities in horseradish, radishes, garlic, onions, cherries.
Composition of horseradish
A huge advantage of horseradish is that this plant is extremely easy to find, but also even you can grow it, as it is not capricious.
Fresh horseradish contains about 16% carbohydrates, 3% nitrogen compounds and a small amount of fat. It is also rich in vitamin C, but also in many minerals that are good for our health, such as potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and iron. No less important is that horseradish is rich in mustard essential oil, starch, sugar, resinous substances, fiber, vitamins of group B and PP. Fresh horseradish leaves of the plant also contain a large amount of carotene.
Useful properties of horseradish
1. A powerful stimulant for increasing the tonicity of the digestive system;
2. The plant is rich in alkaloid and bactericidal substances;
3. A powerful diuretic which is often used to treat kidney disease, bladder infections, rheumatism and gout;
4. It is used as a compress for facial neuralgia, frostbite and rheumatism of the joints;
5. It is a wonderful remedy for vitamin deficiency;
6. To prevent caries, horseradish is chewed;
7. Strengthens the immune system, by helping the body to fight infections;
8. Increases stomach acidity and improves digestion;
9. Reduces cholesterol;
10. It is used as an expectorant;
11. Reduces sugar levels in the body;
12. Helps to remove stones from the bladder;
13. A good antiseptic that helps heal purulent wounds.
14. Helps to get rid of age spots and freckles;
15. Treats facial neuralgia;
16. Increases appetite;
17. Horseradish root promotes digestion and also has a positive effect on the intestinal microflora;
18. It is useful for pneumonia, bronchitis, spasms, pleurisy;
19. It has an antibacterial and bactericidal effect;
20. It is useful for sciatica, neuralgia, rheumatism, lumbosacral radiculitis, baldness, seborrhea, purulent inflammation of the skin;
21. Excellent folk remedy for anemia, angina pectoris;
22. Helps the cardiovascular system and normalizes high blood pressure;
23. For the prevention of atherosclerosis and also acts as an analgesic and pain reliever;
24. For colds and infectious diseases;
25. For respiratory tract inflammation.
Contraindications for horseradish consumption
- pregnancy;
- breastfeeding;
- in case of chronic diseases of the digestive system;
- in case of stomach ulcers;
- impaired renal function;
- children under 4 years old.
Along with all the listed benefits of horseradish, we cannot fail to mention that horseradish has a positive effect on cognitive functions, improves memory and also the ability to improve the metabolism.
Regular use of horseradish helps us to focus and concentrate, but also this plant is a wonderful tool for regenerating our muscles.
It contains high levels of calcium and magnesium, which are very important for the health of our bone system. It helps to reduce the tension in blood vessels, thereby normalizing high blood pressure.
And with all that said, you should try one of our healthy horseradish recipes that are 100% good for the body and brain.
