Fresh Eggplant, Color : Purple for Consumption

The skin of an eggplant is contains a high amount of phytonutrients that helps protect the lipids in your brain cell membranes. Eggplant also contains lots of antioxidants. Nasunin is an antioxidant that helps protect your cells from free radical damage. Phenolic compounds are also antioxidants that help protect against oxidative stress and bacterial infections. Eggplant has been used to help lower cholesterol levels. Eggplant is extremely high in fiber and this can help prevent constipation, colitis and hemorrhoids. Eggplant also helps lower your risk for coronary heart disease.