An orthopedic specialist colleague of ours recommends an eggplant cure to quit smoking. Eggplant should not be eaten raw and its juice should not be drunk.
Eggplant contains bitter substance, Vitamin B, Vitamin C, anthocyanins, phenolic acid, sodium, calcium, phosphorus, iron, copper, magnesium. 92% of it is water and it contains no cholesterol.
While quitting smoking, it should be preferred grilled or as a salad. Its cooked dish is heavy as it will cause digestion problems. In Europe, eggplant juice (obtained by boiling) is sold to quit smoking, and it is on the agenda that this juice is not healthy because it contains intense mint.
Eggplant has Vitamin A, phosphorus and some unique essences, with which it soothes the nerves and relieves heart palpitations. The nutritional value of eggplant is not high; 92% of it is water. Therefore, it is preferred in diets. Eggplant is not recommended for stomach patients because it is difficult to digest. It also causes digestion problems in children and leads to complaints like vomiting. Eggplant is especially beneficial for rheumatic pains. Eggplant contains substances that prevent involuntary muscle contractions. It is known that eggplant strengthens the pancreas, liver, and kidneys, is a strong diuretic, expels excess water from the body, and aids in weight loss. It should be included in the diet of kidney patients. It is beneficial for diabetics; eggplant salad should be utilized. It is stated that it is good for anemia, increases blood, and gives calmness to the heart. It is beneficial for hair loss problems. Eggplant is healthiest when cooked in embers or on a stove, its skin peeled and finely chopped. Before cooking, the bitter substance should be removed by soaking in water, and it should not be eaten raw.
Eggplant jam and pickle are also made.
Since eggplant is among purple foods, it is preferred by aura disease specialists and healers.