Rhubarb juice contains:
- antioxidants
- B vitamins
- vitamin K and A
- phytonutrients
Good for:
- bone density
- immune system
- brain cells protection (Alzheimer’s disease)
- weight loss
- eyesight
Juicing
Juicing is one of the most powerful tools to extract the best out of the plants. Especially in this colder season, where there is much less daylight, we might miss some very important immune system boosting health benefits.
Health benefits of Rhubarb
Rhubarb is a unique vegetable, with its strong sour taste. 100 g of fresh petioles provide just 21 calories, while it holds vital phytonutrients, polyphenolic antioxidants, minerals and vitamins. The stalks are also rich in B vitamins, such as folates, niacin, riboflavin, vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine), pantothenic acid and thiamin.
Red colour stalks are richer in vitamin A than the green varieties. Stalks contain also small amounts of polyphenolic flavonoid compounds like zeaxanthin, β-carotene, and lutein. Vitamin A is important for healthy eyesight.
Stalks contain a significant amount of vitamin K. 100 g of rhubarb stalks provide 29.3 µg or around 24% of daily recommended intake. Vitamin K is important for the bone health and helps to limit neuronal damage in the brain, for this benefits it is established in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.
Moreover, rhubarb contain smaller amounts of minerals like iron, calcium, copper, potassium, and phosphorus. Even though, most of these minerals are not absorbed into the body because of the higher levels of oxalic acid.
As the Rhubarb on its own can be a little bit harsh for some people, there are a couple of interesting ways of diluting the sourness. Just mix it up with some pineapple, apples, celery, fennel, oranges. Any fruit or vegetable you might like, or need and especially those which has also bitter not pleasant flavour. Sour and bitter, sure, this can make it more interesting.
It is important to realise, that we drink those powerful juices, not for the taste, but for the plethora of amazing health benefits. There is nothing better, than when you feel really good, healthy, nicely balanced from inside out.
Super Healthy Weight Loss Antioxidant Bomb: Rhubarb Juice Recipe:
- 2 large stalks of rhubarb
- 1/3 pineapple
- 2 apples
- 2 celery sticks
I would recommend drink as fresh as possible. If you need to keep it for longer, put it into the container with the least amount of air. Squeeze in a bit of lemon, to prevent oxidation, enhancing its value.
Make a bulk of the juice, share with family, friends or colleagues and watch their faces. Tell them the benefits and straight ahead they will like this juice more.
Enjoy! Wishing you all the best.