Healthy Foods/Benefits/Shiso
Shiso

Shiso

Health Benefits:

Anti bacterial qualities
Fights asthma
Increases immunity
Relieves allergies
Relieves sore throat

Nutrition:

Serving size: 40 leaves; Calories: 4; Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 2mg; Carbs: 1g; Fiber:0g; Sugars: 0g; Protein: 0.2g; Potassium: 50mg; Vitamin A: 0%DV; Vitamin C: 0%DV; Calcium: 4%DV; Iron: 0%DV

Did You Know?

  • Shiso is the common name for the Asian culinary herb, seed, or entire annual plant
  • Shiso is very effective remedy for treating asthma, coughs, colds and pain

Ways to Eat:

  • Raw
  • In sauces

Farming Trivia:

  • Shiso comes in two different colors; red and green.

Note: Always consult a physician for any specific health questions and concerns. Some of this information may be subject to change should there be any new findings from Federal Health Administration (FHA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), American Medical Association (AMA), American Cancer Society (ACS), and / or other leading food, nutrition and medical advisors.