Scientific research has discovered that radishes contain an active substance with anti-tumor and anti-viral properties. It stimulates cells to produce interferance and is called an interferon inducer. It has a significant inhibitory effect on cells of human esophageal cancer, stomach cancer, nasopharyngeal cancer, and cervical cancer.
The effective components of radish are destroyed after cooking. Raw radish should be chewed thoroughly to release its effective components from the cells. Also, do not eat or drink for half an hour after consumption to prevent its active ingredients from being diluted by other foods. 100 to 150 grams daily or every other day.