14 Benefits of Eggplant

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14 Benefits of Eating Eggplant  (Dr. Paul Haider – Master Herbalist)

  1. Powerful Antioxidant– Eggplant contains a phytonutrient called Nasunin that’s found in the dark purple skin of eggplant, it’s one of the most powerful antioxidants around (And it is only found in Eggplant). Nasunin has the ability to repair DNA damage, slow the ageing process, and help keep diseases like cardiovascular disease, strokes, and cancer away. Nasunin is a phenolic compound like that found in green tea.
  2. Cancer– Nasunim is a powerful antiangiogenic compound that keeps cancer cells from creating blood supply… thus preventing tumour formation.
  3. BrainProtection– Animal studies show that Eggplant contains compounds that protect the fatty acids in the brain… and thus help to protect the brain from free radical damage.
  4. Chlorogenic Acid– Eggplant contains chlorogenic acid which is one of the best antioxidants on the planet. Protect your body from bacterial, fungal, and viral infections by boosting your immune system and preventing cancer.
  5. Low Glycemic Index– Eggplant has a low glycemic index of 15… making it great for diabetics.
  6. 6. Nervous System– Eggplant contains soroparone & scopoletin which are both compounds that relax and sooth the nervous system.
  7. Weight Loss– Eggplant is very low in calories making it great for weight loss. And because it contains lots of fiber, it makes you feel full… thus you eat less. Also Eggplant contains lots of water to make your skin and hair look great.
  8. Low in Carbs and No Fat– Eggplant has little to no fats and it’s very low in carbs. But remember if you add lots of egg, oil, cheese and other fatting things to eggplant it’s no longer a low calorie food.
  9. Inflammation– Because Eggplant contains lots of great antioxidants it also helps with inflammation such as arthritis, joint problems, and other inflammatory diseases.
  10. Lowers Cholesterol and Blood Pressure– Because Eggplant contains chlorogenic acid and 13 other powerful antioxidants that lower bad cholesterol or LDL cholesterol. In studies with rats given Eggplant juice their cholesterol went down drastically… and their arteries relaxed which lowered blood pressure.
  11. Vitamin K– Eggplant is a good source of Vitamin K to prevent clotting… and thus prevent heart attacks.
  12. Contains– Eggplant contains B Vitamins for vitality and good mood, potassium for water regulation and heart health, copper for anemia, manganese for bone health and fertility, calcium and phosphorus for strong bones.
  13. Fiber– Plus Eggplant contains lots of great fiber to keep you regular, and promote growth of probiotic bacteria in your colon and boost your immune system.
  14. Excess Iron– Iron is important for bodily function but too much iron can lead to higher cholesterol, cancer, and joint damage. The compound Nasunin found in Eggplant regulates iron allowing you to have the iron you need… without allowing excess iron to damage your body.

(updated 1/9/2016)