Healthy Low Calorie Snacks: Red Radish, Water Chestnut, Indian Gooseberry And Tindora

Many will find it a delightful treat every time they crunch a red radish with just a dash of salt. Besides, the red radish replenishes your body's natural stores of fiber, minerals and vitamins B, C, K and folate. It is also an antidote to offset effects of eating the wrong foods as it contains detoxifiers called indoles. Like the red radish, the water chestnut is low in fat and calories, but high in nutrients, potassium and vitamin-6. Owing to its rich cooling property, a brew of water chestnuts will make a refreshing summery drink to drive away body heat, Rich in minerals like iodine, the water caltrop or horned water chestnut prevents goiter and thyroid problems, Since it has an abundance of macro and micro nutrients as well as medicinal properties it can treat a host of ailments. Further, the Indian gooseberry is a powerhouse of antioxidants and vitamin C. In particular, it is a handy home remedy for improving eyesight, when taken regularly. While this gooseberry contains chromium, which helps cure diabetes, the tindora is effective in reducing blood sugar levels, though it is not clear what exactly causes this beneficial effect.

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