The spiciness comes from an isothiocyanide compound. This pungent smell is supposed to prevent animals such as cattle and sheep from eating it, but it seems that humans have a special liking for them. For example, white mustard, wasabi and horseradish - the taste of mustard is an enhanced version of this spiciness.

This unique spiciness is actually similar to mustard. It is a characteristic of the cruciferous family and is also found in raw mustard greens and cabbage. This pungent flavor also has a different kind of appeal (otherwise why would there be mustard). If you don't like it, just overheat it with hot water, hot oil, or squeeze out the water and it will evaporate.

Extended information:

1. Anti-cancer and anti-cancer: Radish contains lignin, which can increase the activity of macrophages and engulf cancer cells. In addition, radish contains a variety of enzymes that can decompose carcinogenic nitrite amines and have anti-cancer effects. ?

2. Skin rejuvenation and anti-aging: Radish is rich in vitamin A, vitamin C and other vitamins, especially the vitamin C content in the leaves is more than 4 times that of the roots. Vitamin C can prevent skin aging, prevent the formation of black spots, and keep skin white and tender.

In addition, vitamin A and vitamin C have antioxidant effects, which can effectively inhibit cancer and prevent aging and arteriosclerosis.

3. Fitness and disease prevention: White radish contains mustard oil, amylase and crude fiber, which can promote digestion, enhance appetite, accelerate gastrointestinal peristalsis and relieve cough and reduce phlegm. The theory of traditional Chinese medicine also believes that it tastes pungent and sweet, has a cool nature, and enters the lung and stomach meridian. It is a good food therapy product and can treat or assist in the treatment of many diseases. The Compendium of Materia Medica calls it "the most beneficial among vegetables."

4. Intestinal cleansing and detoxification: In addition to vitamins, the dietary fiber content in white radish is very considerable, especially the plant fiber contained in the leaves. These plant fibers can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, eliminate constipation, detoxify, and improve rough skin, acne and other conditions.

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