My courgettes are blooming at the moment and I love experimenting new recipes and new ways of using this wonderful and versatile vegetable which is formerly an actual fruit.
Here are some of the great health benefits of courgettes:
- Excellent source of Vitamin C, especially when used raw, which is an essential water soluble nutrient protecting all the body cells from free radical damage. A whole cup of sliced courgettes contains 19.2 milligrams of Vitamin C which equals to 32% of your daily recommended intake. Combined with the juice of a small lemon you will get over 50% of your recommended daily intake of Vitamin C.
- Great source of Lutein and Zeaxanthin which are classed as two of the most powerful antioxidants to promote healthy eyesight. They acts as a filter to the eye protecting it from harmful light rays. The American Optometric Association notes that a daily intake of 6 milligrams can potentially reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration. A cup of chopped courgettes provides 2.4 milligrams of lutein and zeaxanthin therefore proving nearly half of the recommended daily intake .
- Good source of Dietary fiber which are essential to keep a healthy gut due to their cleansing effect keep cholesterol levels at bay, optimize toxins and hormones by products excretion form the body. A whole cup contains 1.2 grams of fiber which gives you 5% of you recommended daily intake.
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