Parsnip: Nutrition advice from experts
Parsnip: Nutrition advice from experts
Health tips from the experts
“Parsnip prevents the release of the hunger hormone ghrelin” - Hannah Purtle, Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics
“Add parsnips to mashed potatoes to double the fiber and flavor” - Michael Colangelo, Master of Science (M.S.) in Nutrition
Benefits by Livia Dickson Chen
- Parsnip supports immune function. Parsnip contains elevated levels of vitamins C and E, antioxidants, fiber, and other bioactive compounds that improve immunity by protecting the body against infections. Parsnip provides about 25% of daily vitamin C need in just one serving.
- Parsnip helps in weight loss. Parsnip is low in calories and rich in soluble fiber that helps increase fullness and sense of satisfaction. Parsnip also prevents release of ghrelin, which is a hunger hormone.
- Parsnip is effective in promoting intestinal health. Parsnip is high in soluble and insoluble fiber, one cup (133 grams) contains 6,5 grams of fiber, which corresponds to 26% of daily fiber needs. As fibers are a key component for digestive process, along with the correct water intake it helps facilitating the movement of food through the digestive tract reducing constipation and preventing other gastrointestinal disorders. Also, fiber intake aid to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease, diverticulitis, hemorrhoids, and intestinal ulcers.
Side effects by Christos Sittas
- In individuals taking cholesterol lowering medication (statins), furanocoumarins of parsnip can interfere with the enzymes that metabolize them and vastly reduce their efficacy.
Quantity recommendation by Iyanuoluwa Oyetunji
- A cup of parsnip gives about 27 grams of carbohydrates, and 5.6 grams of fiber. This may be adequate to consume alongside adequate sources of proteins and other nutrients to make a meal. The ideal diet should be diversified, therefore, other roots vegetables should be explored.
Reference: Story by Iyanuoluwa Oyetunji, Livia Dickson Chen,
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