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Brinjal (Eggplant)
Eggplant popularly known as aubergine in many western areas is a low calorie vegetable. It has a high amount of nutritional content. Brinjal belongs to solanaceae family and it is a native to the Indian subcontinent and but now it is grown in many regions of tropics and some semitropical regions. There are several varieties of aubergines depending upon the size, color and shape. Mainly they are either egg shaped or elongated. Fruits of bringal have a smooth and glossy skin. It has an off-white color pulp with numerous small and soft seeds arranged in a circular manner. It is harvested before reaching maturity.
Benefits of Brinjal (Eggplant)
- The high amounts of fiber in brinjal along with low soluble carbohydrates are beneficial for the regulation of the sugar levels in the body and also the absorption of glucose.
- This makes this vegetable perfect for the people with type 2-diabetes.
- One can manage their cholesterol levels to a great extent by consuming the eggplants.
- Eggplant contains fiber, and this may benefit cholesterol levels
- The polyphenols in eggplant may help protect the body from cancer
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