Turnip

This is one of our favorite vegetables on the farm. They can be eaten raw, roasted, or steamed. Turnips are fat free, cholesterol free, and high in vitamin C.  

White, 1 lb.

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Health Benefits

• Glucosinolates, vitamin C, and flavonoids (antioxidants) help to prevent cancer
• Glucosinolates break down into indoles and isothiocyanates, which have anti-inflammatory properties
• Arvelexin (type of indole) blocks pro-inflammatory compounds
• Vitamin K helps with bone health
• Anthocyanins and sulfur compounds (glucosinolates) protect the liver 
• *turnip greens, as well as the root are also very nutritious. They contain vitamins A, C, and K, as well as calcium and iron
• *if using the roots and greens, store the greens separately because they will wilt faster