They are grown in cold or temperate climates, their best season is autumn and are usually consumed in stews, broths, cooked and with other vegetables.
They contain a lot of water, fiber, carbohydrates, proteins and few calories, so they are recommended in slimming diets. They are rich in vitamin C, minerals such as potassium, calcium, phosphorus and iodine. They are beneficial for people with diabetes, improve eyesight, hair and nails, promote resistance to infections, strengthen the immune system and increase defenses. They also regulate the intestinal transit, are beneficial for the colon, teeth and bones, promote the nervous and muscular system, help regulate the thyroid and metabolism and reduce cholesterol.
On the other hand, they are not recommended for people with kidney stones and gas.
When buying them we must choose those of medium or small size because they are the most tender and to check that they are in good condition, they should be smooth, smooth and white or purple.
