This is the 18th installment of our alkaline foods series where we feature a food from A-Z, sharing the benefits of the food along with suggested recipes to try!
R is for Radishes
Radishes are rich in vitamin C, fiber, antioxidants, folate, B vitamins, vitamin K, potassium, manganese, magnesium, calcium, iron, phosphorous, sodium, copper and zinc.
Radishes promote health in many ways. They:
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Rebuild tissues and blood vessels
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Maintain health of bones and teeth
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Fight cellular damage
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Lower your risk of diabetes, heart disease, diverticulitis and cancer
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Are purifying and detoxifying
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Are a natural diuretic
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Combat inflammation and infections
Radish recipes to try:
- Radish Stir Fry
- Radish Potatoes
- Radish Salad
- Carrot Radish Salad
- Asparagus & Radish Salad
- Mango-Radish Salsa
- Red Radish Salad
For more alkaline recipes from around the web, visit and follow our Alkaline Diet & Recipes Pinterest board. Stay tuned for the next installment of our alkaline foods series: S is for Spinach.
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