White Zucchini
The zucchini that will conquer you in spring
White zucchini is a variety of zucchini that you will recognize by its green to off-white color with a soft shiny tone. The white zucchini season is usually between the months of March and May and at Agroponiente we pick it up at the right time to provide an exceptional flavor.
Did you know that white zucchini has a low caloric intake? For this reason it is a highly recommended food in all types of diets. It is also characterized by being light and easy to digest, so its intake is recommended for all types of people and a variety of diets.
It is one of the vegetables that will help you take care of your heart, as well as joint health. It contains countless vitamins that help delay the signs of aging and also has antipyretic properties, essential for regulating body temperature. Its diuretic properties act directly on the elimination of fluids in the body.
Season
- JAN: sí
- FEB: sí
- MAR: sí
- APR: sí
- MAY: sí
- JUN: sí
- JUL: no
- AUG: no
- SEP: sí
- OCT: sí
- NOV: sí
- DEC: sí
Why does the cucumber take care of you inside and out?
Cucumber is a vegetable with a high nutritional content. The benefits it brings are very diverse, but above all, if you are looking to lose weight, it will be your great ally. This is due to the control it exerts on the peaks of insulin in the blood, due to beta-sitosterol that has an anti-inflammatory and hypoglycemic action, causing carbohydrates to be managed correctly.
In terms of nutrients, cucumber stands out for its high potassium content. It contributes to the transmission of nerve impulses and normal muscle activity. We also highlight phosphorus and magnesium so it will be beneficial for the formation of teeth, bones and improving the functioning of the intestine.
Another of the great benefits of cucumber is its use to refresh and tone the skin and maintain a healthy scalp. To obtain these benefits we have many consumer options such as salads, smoothies and even facial masks. Now that you know all its benefits, if this vegetable was not part of your diet, there is no excuse to include it.
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