
Weight: approx 500g
Storage info: Best kept in the fridge in a paper bag and consumed within a few days.
Health benefits: High in water and fibre and low in calories and fat. Courgettes play a role in promoting cardio-vascular health as it is rich in nutrients such as magnesium and potassium which help to normalise blood pressure. Rich in vitamin C and lutein which can benefit vision. It contains anti-oxidants that help to slow down the ageing process and the reconstruction of brain cells and studies show that the vitamin E and fatty acids help the body to absorb fat-soluble antioxidants.
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Country of Origin: UK (Sourced from Tadcaster)
Miles travelled to get to us: 80.4