Eggplant for bowel and bones

Eggplant for bowel and bones
www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/vegetable/health-benefits-of-eggplant.html

“...Aid in Digestion
Eggplants, like many other vegetables, are great sources [2] of dietary fiber, a necessary element in any balanced diet. Fiber is essential for gastrointestinal health, as well as for regular bowel movements. It bulks up your stool so they pass more easily through the digestive tract, while also stimulating peristaltic motion, the contraction of the smooth muscles that help food pushed out of the body. Finally, fiber stimulates the secretion of gastric juices that facilitate absorption of nutrients and the processing of foods.

...Improve Bone Health
There are a number of benefits to bone health that come from eggplants, which is very good for people at higher risk of bone degradation and osteoporosis. Phenolic compounds are what give eggplants and many other fruits their unique coloration. These compounds have also been linked to reduced signs [5] of osteoporosis, stronger bones, and increased bone mineral density. Eggplants also have significant amounts of iron and calcium, which are integral to bone health and overall strength. Finally, the amount of potassium in eggplants helps in the uptake of calcium, making eggplants a comprehensive and highly useful booster for osteoporosis and bone health.”

I bought two beautiful eggplants a few days ago, and I’ve turned them into small frozen casseroles...with tomato, noodles and cheese. I was delighted to find that I’ve done my health a favor.