Rhubarb (grown here at Stanhill Farm)
Country of Origin: UK
Nutritional Information: Rhubarb is an excellent source of vitamin C, which is important to help support a healthy immune system. It is high in dietary fibre which helps to maintain regularity within the digestive system, and is a good source of calcium which is essential for strong bones and teeth. Rhubarb is low in sodium and saturated fat which makes it a very good food to help prevent heart related diseases. It is also high in vitamin K, which is thought to help prevent diabetes by reducing the onset and development of insulin resistance, and is also important because it allows your blood to clot normally. Rhubarb also contains lutein which helps neutralise free radicals, and contributes to healthy skin and eyes.
Country of Origin: UK
Nutritional Information: Rhubarb is an excellent source of vitamin C, which is important to help support a healthy immune system. It is high in dietary fibre which helps to maintain regularity within the digestive system, and is a good source of calcium which is essential for strong bones and teeth. Rhubarb is low in sodium and saturated fat which makes it a very good food to help prevent heart related diseases. It is also high in vitamin K, which is thought to help prevent diabetes by reducing the onset and development of insulin resistance, and is also important because it allows your blood to clot normally. Rhubarb also contains lutein which helps neutralise free radicals, and contributes to healthy skin and eyes.