Rhubarb
Rhubarb (Rheum) aka: pie plant, is a fruit with long pink red stalks and dark leafy tops.
Health benefits of Rhubarb
- Increased Protection from Bacterial and Viral Infections
- Increased Immune Function
- Reduced Cancer Risk
- Reduced Risk of Colon Cancer
- Protection Against Heart Disease
- Regulation of Blood Sugar and Insulin Dependence
- Slowing the progression of AIDS
- Slowing Aging
- DNA Repair and Protection
- Protection Against Dementia
- Alleviation of Cardiovascular Disease
- Alleviation of Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Promoted Eye Health
- Alzheimer's Protection
- Osteoporosis Protection
- Stroke Prevention
- Reduced Risk of Type II Diabetes
- Reduced Frequency of Migraine Headaches
- Alleviation of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Antioxidant Protection
- Prevention of Epileptic Seizures
- Alleviation of the Common Cold
- Prevention of Alopecia (Spot Baldness)
- Alleviation of Inflammation
Some of these health benefits come from nutrients concentrated in this food, and may not be effects of the food itself.
How to choose Rhubarb
Look for a deep red color, and try to choose stalks which are crisp and firm.
How to store Rhubarb
Rhubarb can be kept in the fridge for up to a week in an airtight bag or container.
Climate and origin
Rhubarb originated in Asia and prefers cool temperate climates with lots of rain.
Taste
Typically only the stalks of rhubarb are eaten and have a very tart sour taste.
Miscellaneous information
While the stalks are fine to eat, rhubarb leaves are poisonous and should be avoided.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrition Facts | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Serving Size | |||
| 100 grams (100g) | |||
| Calories | 21 | ||
| % Daily Value * | |||
| Total Fat 0.2g | 0% | ||
| Saturated Fat 0.05g | 0% | ||
| Trans Fat 0g | |||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | ||
| Sodium 4mg | 0% | ||
| Total Carbohydrate 4.5g | 2% | ||
| Dietary Fiber 1.8g | 6% | ||
| Total Sugars 1.1g | 2% | ||
| Includes --g Added Sugars | --% | ||
| Protein 0.9g | 2% | ||
| Vitamin C 8mg | 9% | ||
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% | ||
| Iron 0.22mg | 1% | ||
| Calcium 86mg | 7% | ||
| Potassium 288mg | 6% | ||
| Phosphorus 14mg | 1% | ||
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | |||