Other Names : Cichorium endivia, Escarole, Andijvie, Endivie, Chicorée endive
Endive has a relatively high content of minerals (potassium, calcium) and some vitamins, especially folic acid and vitamin A. The content of dietary fiber is 15 g / kg, vitamin C is 90 mg / kg.
==Health Benefits and Uses of Endive==
Endive has a relatively high content of minerals (potassium, calcium) and some vitamins, especially folic acid and vitamin A. The content of dietary fiber is 15 g / kg, vitamin C is 90 mg / kg.
* [[Inulin]] : The polysaccharide inulin is beneficial for the intestinal flora and thus strengthens the immune system.
* The bitter substance lactucopyrin is said to have a urinary, cholagogue and appetite stimulating effect. ( See also : [[Bitters]])