RHUBARB

Geek talk: Rheum rhabarbarum But we talk: Pie Plant Description: A vegetable that has proven to have many uses, rhubarb is known for its great flavor and health benefits. While the United States says that rhubarb is a fruit, everywhere else it is considered to be a vegetable. It grows in warm weather climates and can be found pretty much all year round. It has a somewhat tart flavor that turns to sweet when it is cooked. This sweet flavor is perhaps most known in the always delicious rhubarb pie. Rhubarb has a dark red stalk, which is typically the eaten part, with edible green leaves.. Kitchen Pharmacy: Rhubarb has been used for thousands of years medically especially in ancient China. It has been used as a laxative for numerous years and today it is believed to help prevent diabetes as well as support a strong and healthy immune system. Nutrition: 1 Cup Contains

Origin: East Asia

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1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhubarb
2. http://aggie-http://www.rhubarbinfo.com/varieties
3. http://www.steadyhealth.com/articles/The_Amazing_Health_Benefits_of_Rhubarb_a1808.html