Eggplant

Eggplants, also known as aubergines, belong to the nightshade family of plants and are used in many different dishes around the world.In addition to bringing a unique texture and mild flavor to recipes, eggplant brings a host of potential health benefits. Typically used as a vegetable in cooking.

A serving of eggplant can provide at least 5% of a person’s daily requirement of fiber, copper, manganese, B-6, and thiamine. It also contains other vitamins and minerals.

In addition, eggplants are a source of phenolic compounds that act as antioxidants. Among the antioxidants in eggplants are anthocyanins, including nasunin, lutein, and zeaxanthin.