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Eggplant is known since antiquity and is supposed to be originally from India. At the beginning of our era spread to neighboring countries, which is known by the works of Avicenna.

In ancient Chinese writings register their use from the s. VI. It was known in North Africa very early and was also used by the ancient Egyptians.

Properties of eggplant
The eggplant has many medicinal properties. He is credited with the ability to reduce the amount of cholesterol in the blood, through which slows the process of atherosclerosis, is hematoprotector, antianemic and improves bowel work. Contains substances B complex, C, PP, carotene, potassium, calcium and phosphorus. Similarly, a carrier of the pectins, which allow the removal of toxins from the body.

Contains 2 to 3% sugar, 1 to 1.5% protein and 91% water.

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