Health Benefits of Turnips

February produce list…Turnips belong to the cruciferous family of vegetables, just like broccoli, kale, and brussel sprouts. Turnips are mostly used for their bulb, but the leaves and sprouts are also edible. Turnips are a low calorie vegetable with only 51 calories in every one cup mashed, and they keep you feeling fuller longer. Turnips are filled with many minerals and nutrients including calcium, potassium, and magnesium. Turnips are a high-fiber food which helps reduce the risk for intestinal problems, such as colorectal cancer and diverticulitis.  

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