It is a vegetable with many beneficial health properties that are preserved after cooking. Its season is from November to March

It is antioxidant, favors eyesight, is intestinal healing, diuretic and astringent. Boiled and mixed with water and honey is a remedy to cure aphonia. It is also rich in carotene, which produces vitamin Ain the body, it also has a high content of fiber and sugar. As it is an effective antioxidant, it helps fight heart disease and cholesterol, regulates intestinal transit and is beneficial for eyesight, skin, nails, hair, teeth and inflammation of the gums

It is interesting to know that they increase the nutritional value of soups, stews and salads