Fresh Turnip Fruit (Singkamas)

Product Description

Turnips are vegetables that people can consume raw or cooked. They are a good source of vitamin C, folate, iron, and calcium. Turnips are a creamy white color and a purple top. People often group this popular European staple food with root vegetables, such as potato and beetroot. However, the turnip is a cousin of broccoli, Brussels sprouts, arugula, and kale. Like other cruciferous vegetables, turnips provide plenty of nutrients and are low in calories. Both the turnip and its leafy greens are tasty and nutritious.

Nutritional Content

According to the United States Department of Agriculture’s Food Data Central database, one cup of raw cubes contains around:

• 36.4 calories • 1.17 g of protein • 0.13 g of fat • 8.36 g of carbohydrate, including 4.66 g of sugar • 2.34 g of fiber • 39 milligrams (mg) of calcium • 0.39 mg of iron • 14.3 mg of magnesium • 35.1 mg of phosphorus • 0.13 micrograms (mcg) of vitamin K • 87.1 mg of sodium • 0.351 mg of zinc • 27.3 mg of vitamin C • 19.5 mcg of folate

One cup of raw turnips weighing 130 grams (g) provides 2.34 g of fiber. Fiber helps reduce pressure and inflammation in the colon. Specifically, high-fiber diets are associated with a lower risk of intestinal problems, including diverticulitis. Turnips and other high-fiber foods can help reduce the prevalence of diverticulitis flares by absorbing water in the colon and making bowel movements easier. Turnips and other cruciferous vegetables that are high in fiber help make people feel fuller for longer, and they are low in calories. Eating high-fiber meals also helps keep blood sugar levels stable. The fiber content in turnips may also prevent constipation and promote regularity for a healthy digestive tract. Regular, adequate bowel movements are crucial for getting rid of toxins through the bile and stool.