The radish is one of the oldest cultivated vegetables in the world. Today they are known mostly for their pungent crunch, but radishes also have a history of healing digestive problems, breathing complaints, poor circulation, and other issues.
Radishes hail from the cruciferous or brassica family of vegetables—a group that includes broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and kale. Brassicas have earned new respect in recent years as animal studies point to antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory effects, as well as reduced cancer risk with the consumption of these vegetables.
