The Fascinating History and Uses of Mullangi Vithai Radish Seeds!

In India, radish and its seeds have become the most popular cooking ingredients. Radish seeds are rich in nutrients that help regulate the body's functions, and consuming radish helps prevent cardiovascular diseases.

Botanical Name: Raphanus sativus

 English Name : Radish Seeds

Tamil Name : முள்ளங்கி விதைகள்/ Muḷḷaṅki vitaikaḷ

Hindi Name : मूली के बीज / moolee ke beej

 Malayalam Name: മുള്ളങ്കി വിത്തുകൾ/ muḷḷaṅki vittukaḷ

About Mullangi Vithai / Radish Dried Seed:

Radish, scientifically termed Raphanus sativus, is widely used in salads. Belonging to the Brassicaceae family, it is a delectable root vegetable that is both sweet and succulent. Radishes are of various types based on colour, size, and cultivation period. The hues of radishes range from white and black to purple or red, while their shapes vary from elongated to round or cylindrical. Cultivated primarily for their seeds and oil production, radish seeds are favoured for adding a crispy and piquant taste to salads. Certain varieties of radishes are specifically grown for their seed pods due to their medicinal properties. These seeds can be germinated and consumed like other sprouts or utilized in extract form for diverse applications.

Health Benefits of Mullangi Vithai:

• Radish seeds contain flavonoids, which are known to reduce the effects of various factors on your cardiovascular system. Regular consumption of this seed can help reduce the risk of heart attacks.
• Radishes seeds are rich in zinc, phosphorus, and vitamins B and C. They help reduce skin problems such as dry skin, rashes, and cracks, moisturize skin from within, and improve skin health.
• Radish seeds are rich in fibre, which is suitable for the digestive system. Regular consumption of radish seeds reduces digestive issues, such as constipation.
• Radish seeds are a great way to fight cancer. They contain antioxidants, vitamins C and folic acids, which help prevent the growth of tumour cells. Radish seeds have a significant detoxifying effect. 
• Radish seeds contain potassium, which can help lower blood pressure. Potassium increases blood vessels and accelerates blood flow. Doctors suggest that we include radish seeds in our daily routine to lower high blood pressure.