Parsnips

 

Parsnips are classed as a tuber vegetable, they have a high carbohydrate-starch content and supply good amounts of the following nutrients:  Potassium is the dominant nutrient of the Parsnip and that promotes muscle development, digestion of starches and correct fluid retention in body tissues.  Parsnips supply very good amounts of the mineral phosphorus – strengthens the nervous system.  Parsnips supply an abundance of the minerals chlorine and sulphur, both are vital for effective body cleansing and prevention minerals chlorine and sulphur, both are vital for effective body cleansing and prevention form infections.  Other nutrients also well supplied are:  silicon – healthy hair, magnesium – healthy nerves, and the trace mineral bromine – healthy glands.  A good range of B group vitamins and vitamins A and C are also available from fresh Parsnips.