Benefits Courgettes (zucchini)

Courgettes (zucchini) are not only nutrient dense, but they offer significant medicinal value. They offer significant medicinal value due to high levels of the antioxidants lutein, zeaxanthin and beta carotene and of fibre and potassium. Courgettes lose little of their value when lightly cooked. Most of the value is in the skins, so, don’t peel them!!!

Courgettes are technically fruit rather than a vegetable, rich in antioxidants, Vitamins A, C, K and B6, as well as manganese, potassium, magnesium, folate, copper, phosphorous and thiamine, making them excellent for increasing iron absorption, reducing fatigue and supporting healthy immune function and eye health. It also contains small amounts of iron, calcium, zinc, and several other B vitamins.

Traditionally courgette has been used medicinally for aiding digestion, lowering blood pressure, combating inflammation, heart health, regulation of blood sugar, improvement of eye health, fatigue, constipation, bloating, gut health, gastritis, IBS, cholesterol regulation, age related macular degeneration, cataracts, UV related skin damage, weight loss, cellular inflammation, prostate cancer, gut cell nourishment, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, diabetes, increasing of insulin sensitivity, blood vessel dilation, appetite control, bone strengthening, enlarged prostate, thyroid function regulation, and much more.

This is such a versatile fruit/vegetable. So easy to eat, and so good for you.