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1. Potential uses of radish for diabetes  

Many studies show that radish extract contains antioxidants such as polyphenols that enhance insulin secretion. Further, radish extract was observed to potentially inhibit enzymes (glucosidase) that converts starch into simple sugars. It may augment the defence mechanism with its antioxidant activity, may reduce lipid peroxidation and oxidative stress. This may indicate that it may be helpful in maintaining energy metabolism and glucose uptake and may reduce glucose absorption in the blood.⁴However, Before using radishes or any other herbal remedies for diabetes, have a consultation with your Ayurvedic doctor provider so that he can guide you with correct choices. 

2. Potential uses of radish (Mooli) for liver  

Several studies have recorded the potential beneficial effects of radish extract for the liver. In a study, the bioactive compounds in radish root and sprouts were found to reduce the seriousness of fatty liver disease in animal models. In another study on animal models, black radish extracts exhibited liver protective effects. Further, the administration of a radish extract resulted in reduced oxidative stress and prevented fat accumulation. The effects shown by radish could be credited to the antioxidant activity of bioactive compounds present in radish extracts.  

Therefore, it may help with the decrease in the levels of enzymes that indicate liver damage and the reduced levels of lipids and cholesterol suggest that radishes might indeed have potential benefits for liver. ³ Further studies are needed to establish benefits of radish for human liver. If you are suffering from any liver related issues, consult your doctor before using radish or any other herbal remedies. 

3. Potential uses of radish for cancer  

Due to presence of secondary metabolites such as glucosinolates, eating may have benefits that may help people with cancer. Detoxification enzymes, prevention of cell cycle progression, activation of apoptosis (cell death) are the potential anticancer mechanism may be exhibited by bioactive compounds present in radish as per studies. These are responsible for anticancer activity of radish against different types of cancer cell lines.³  

Cancer is a severe medical condition which requires medical diagnosis and treatment. Before using any herb or fruit, consult your doctor.   

4. Potential uses of radish for hair  

In a study conducted on animal models, it has been shown that saponins extracted from radish may be helpful with the loss of human hair. The radish crude saponin-treated group demonstrated the potential benefits for hair follicles (HFs) in the deep part of the skin and may ultimately develop HFs corresponding to the anagen phase (or active phase) of the hair-growth cycle.⁵ The benefits of radish are not sufficiently studied for human hair. If you face hair fall, reach out to your healthcare provider for a consultation.